Alpinists once studied a mountain peak for several years before ever attempting to summit. Practicing ice pick falls, complicated rope knots, and quick-release oxygen mask techniques, becoming a true alpinist required more than just physical strength and route memorization, it demanded respect for Mother Nature herself. Good alpinists, like Nirmal Purja, Conrad Anker, and Will …
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21 High-Altitude Memes for Mountain Folk and Townies Alike
Wanderlust hits people in different ways. Some use their vacation days for beach getaways in the tropics, while others find solace on a sunny patio in Italy. Then there are the flannel-clad folks with 5-inch smiles on their face when they see snowcapped mountainous beauties on the horizon. Fishing, snow sports, snow-shoeing, barbecues, camping, and …
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