Category Archives: Glenwood Canyon
Rifle and Other Ice Conditions 2-3-15
“Where are you ice climbing?” I’ve heard that question countless times in the past few weeks. With sunny days temperatures that remind people of spring break in the mountains, it was a warm and dry January. But, the ice is … Continue reading
Local Ice Conditions 1-5-15
2015 is here and so is the local ice. After a warm spell in mid-December that seriously hampered our local ice, the holiday season brought a long period cold weather that has been fabulous for the ice. Hence, there is … Continue reading
Picture of the Week – Rappelling from Glenwood Falls’ Right Side
On the far right of Glenwood Falls is a lower angled, easier climb that is less susceptible to the dangers of sun and warm weather than the main, traditional line. A large pine tree is the customary rappel point for … Continue reading
Rifle Ice Conditions 12-14-13
The ice is climbing great in Rifle. Here’s a visual tour of what’s out there. Give us a call at 970-319-0656 for guided ice climbing trips and gear rentals or check out www.glenwoodclimbing.com. Also, here’s a drive-by look at Glenwood Falls. … Continue reading
Community Service
Climbing is a sport where it’s pretty easy to take and never have to give. Few areas have fees of any sort so beyond the expense of gear and gas, climbing is free. Recently, I’ve been relegated to climbing close … Continue reading
Amish vacationers exhilarated by their Glenwood adventure
A couple weeks ago we had an amazing time taking a large group of vacationing Amish out climbing. They took to climbing like pure naturals and had a great energy and spirit about it that was inspiring. Our local newspaper … Continue reading