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THESE ITEMS CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE

“Who has a first aid kit?”

We have all heard this question asked when packing for an outdoor adventure. Often times, everyone brought something that resembles a first aid kit, but what is actually in there? Can they save your life with some band aids and moleskin? It is extremely important to know exactly what is in your first aid kit and also how to use it. It’s also a great idea to know what is in your partner’s kit as well. Let’s cover some mandatory items for a proper first aid kit. Continue reading →

ChaseTheSummit.com: Ice Climbing on Mount Willard!

It’s been a while since I’ve been up to the White Mountains on account of baby number 2 coming into the picture in September. Between work obligations and our expanding family it’s been difficult to find “me time”. However, when my friends at Northeast Mountaineering offered an opportunity to tag along on a multi-pitch ice climb in Crawford Notch I could not say no! I had a little vacation time left in my “use it or lose it” bucket so I decided to blow off work and go for it.

I wasn’t totally sure what to expect for the day. I’m not a super experienced ice climber. The extent of my climbing has been pitches on some local ice, and indoor gym climbing. I was stoked to get on a multi pitch climb this early in the season!

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