NOLS Wilderness Mountaineering
Item Number: 25579

By: Phil Powers Edition: Second Edition, ® 2000 Published by: Stackpole Books Pages: 226 ISBN #: 0811730867 This book is for climbers from novice to expert, and includes suggestions for rock, snow, glacier, and ice climbing; tips on climbing skills, equipment, and safety practices; lessons on rope handling, axe use, ascent and decent methods and more. Fully illustrated with over 50 line drawings of often-used knots, cords, anchors, axes, safety systems, and movement techniques. About the author: Phil Powers began climbing in Oklahoma at the age of fifteen. Since then, his achievements have included the first ascent of the Washburn Face of Mount McKinley, the first winter traverse of the Cathedral Group in the Grand Tetons, and a new 23-pitch rock route on Lukpilla Brakk and the first American ascent of Gasherbrum II in Pakistan. In 1993, Phil successfully summitted K2, the world's second tallest peak. After a long stint as an instructor and then Development and Partnerships Director at the National Outdoor Leadership School, Phil is currently a partner in the Jackson Hole Mountain Guides.	Price:$14.95 QTY:    View all Climbing Accessories View all Instructional Books View all Books View all See All Books View all Hiking, Camping & Backpacking View all Climbing & Mountaineering View all Kitchenware View all Travel View all Packs Email This Product to a Friend!
Warning: Climbing is inherently dangerous. The equipment descriptions here are not meant to be an instructional booklet. Anyone using this gear is personally responsible for learning the proper techniques. All equipment specifications are the manufacturers. Climbing equipment is specifically designed for climbing only, has limitations, and must not be used for any other purposes. Improper use or misuse increases risk of injury, paralysis and death.