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Woman Vies for Second-Ever Ski Descent of K2

Sarah Strattan reached the base camp of K2 on June 24, where she will prepare to climb up the mountain — with a pair of skis and a singular goal.

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Nepal May Move Everest Base Camp Off Destabilizing Glacier

As the Khumbu Glacier destabilizes and shrinks, reports indicate it’s also threatening to swallow Everest base camp.

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Watch Harrington, Roberts Fulfill ‘Marc-André’s Vision’

In his time among us, Marc-André Leclerc displayed an uncanny eye for a line of ascent in the mountains. Two climbers brought one of his unsettled visions full circle.

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Affordable Altitude: A Travel Guide to Ecuador’s Cotopaxi

If you’re looking for a new adventure, here’s what you need to know to maximize your chances of summiting Cotopaxi.

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Sign Petition, Help Fallen Patagonia Climber Korra Pesce’s Family

Bureaucratic formalities currently prevent Corrado 'Korra' Pesce's daughter from accessing the rights she's due in the wake of his death.

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