Climb, Splash, Repeat: A Guide to Deep-Water Soloing in the Midwest

Beat the Midwest heat with deep-water soloing: an adrenaline-fueled blend of climbing, swimming, and summer joy.

By |2025-07-02T09:56:33-05:00July 2nd, 2025|Climbing, Culture, Hiking + Camping, Mind + Body, Nature, Paddling|0 Comments

A Climbing Spot Like No Other — Hidden in Southern Illinois

For his latest contribution, climbing legend Jim Thurmond purchased, bolted, and developed a new climbing spot in Southern Illinois called Fountain Bluff. It’s now open to climbers, and all the route information is available on Mountain Project.

By |2025-03-25T12:26:14-05:00March 25th, 2025|Climbing|0 Comments

We Talked to Upper Limits’ Climbing Coach. Here Are His Top Tips for Beginners.

Spencer Schmick, the head youth coach and head route setter at Upper Limits Rock Gym & Pro Shop in Maryland Heights and Chesterfield, shares his insights on how to make 2025 the year you become a climber.

By |2025-02-04T14:27:01-06:00December 13th, 2024|Climbing, Mind + Body, Nature|0 Comments
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