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Let's Go Climbing

Let's go climbing! This introduction defines what climbing is, the various types of climbing, and explains why we chase the thrills of the vertical world. You'll also find a primer for your first climbing experience in an indoor climbing gym and learn what essential gear a beginner climber needs.

Climbing Safely is Your Responsibility
Read this before using any other page here. Climbing safely is your responsibility. Stay safe climbing by exercising good judgment and by knowing the limitations of your skills, ability, and experience.

What is Climbing?
Want to know what climbing is all about? This article describes climbing as a recreational sport that uses hands and feet to ascend steep obstacles like mountains, cliffs, and artifical walls.

Why Go Climbing?
Why go climbing? It's a lot of fun, gets you outside, and challenges you to push the boundaries of the possible. Learn here about some of the risks and rewards that climbing offers.

Types of Climbing
Climbing is divided into different types and styles, including rock climbing, bouldering, ice climbing, and mountaineering.

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