On Denali there is an everpresent danger of falling into a crevasse, so climbers should never travel unroped. When a climber falls into a crevasse, his/her partners must immediately move into ...
Knowing how to tie a variety of knots is helpful – and sometimes essential – for most outdoor activities. Knots allow you to secure a horse to a post, hang a lantern from a branch, tie up a bundle of ...
There’s an old saying: “If you don’t know a knot, tie a lot.” It’s funny advice, really. Outdoor sports enthusiasts should know lots of knots, but we should know how to tie them correctly every time.