Note: Some of these links which provide climbing information and instruction do not belong to the author of this web page. Rock climbing is an inherently dangerous sport--even if one is an expert climber, there are unforseen factors which could contribute to death or serious injury. The user should not forgo individual instruction from a qualified professional. Misinterpreting a concept in these links could lead to serious injury or death. Additionally, these links do not by any means provide comprehensive knowledge of the sport needed for safety. Personal instruction from a professional is necessary for beginners.

• The climbing guide
  
  
• Our climbing wall in our garage
  
  
• In some sections of some routes, footholds and regularly-oriented handholds are not needed or simply don't exist:
  

  Smearing is when you press the ball of your foot against the wall. Friction keeps your foot in place. This technique is used in absence of footholds. An undercling is a hold that is "upside-down." Pull outwards with your hands and push in with your feet. The smear and undercling techniques in action.

• How to tie a figure eight knot.
• Rock and Ice
• Climbing