The Seven Summits
For many mountaineers, the “Seven Summits” represent the pinnacle of mountaineering achievement: the highest point on each of the world’s continents. Each peak varies dramatically, in height, difficulty, and technical challenge – but tagging the Seven Summits is a lifetime goal for many serious climbers and adventurers. Can you name all seven summits? North […]
Mount Elbrus: What Does It Take To Summit Europe’s Highest Peak?
Mount Elbrus towers over its surrounding peaks by nearly 3,000′. Standing proudly right at the edge of Europe, and usually accessed from the Russian side, Elbrus is a goal on many climbers’ lists. But as the tallest mountain in Europe, Elbrus is no easy feat. What does it really take to reach the summit of […]