Pole Pole: The Mantra of Kilimanjaro
February 20th, 2010 | Posted by: brandonOne of the things that we heard over and over again on Kilimanjaro was the porters and guides saying “Pole Pole” (pronounced pole-ay pole-ay). The translation is “GO SLOWLY.” Not only was this applicable on the mountain, but in the rest of the Tanzanians lives. Read More…
Mount Kilimanjaro: The Roof of Africa is Reached!
February 18th, 2010 | Posted by: brandonWe have returned from Mount Kilimanjaro! Leading up to the trip, we knew that it would be a life changing experience for all of us. Little did we know how dramatically true that would be. From the friendships built, to the personal struggles overcome, we all walked down the mountain changed people. Read More…
Reflections on How Climbing Helped Me Start My Business
June 28th, 2009 | Posted by: adminAs I reflected more today on the article I read this morning on News and Observer (If There’s a Mountain Climb It), I began thinking about how climbing helped me to start my business. (Granted, my business revolves around climbing….which definitely helps!)
I wanted to share, over the next few days, what some of the lessons I learned from climbing are.
Mount Kilimanjaro Report
June 27th, 2009 | Posted by: brandonHere is an interesting an informative video on Mount Kilimanjaro and the condition of the glaciers.
The video helps us to see the impact that global warming is having on this mountain and how it directly presents a danger to the people that depend on the springs and glacial runoff from this mountain to survive.
New Press Release: Wilderness First Aid Certification Being Offered in Raleigh
May 28th, 2009 | Posted by: brandonThe Climbing Experience Applying to All of Life Part 1
May 23rd, 2009 | Posted by: brandonThe rock climbing, mountaineering, and outdoor adventure experience has so many applications to real life. It is my joy to be able to help individuals see this through our climbing courses, and through the team building and leadership development programs that I conduct. There is nothing more satisfying when I can almost instantaneously see someone’s life change for the good as a result of something they have experienced through climbing and/or team building.
North Carolina Rock Climbing and Outdoor Adventure Enthusiasts Given Opportunity to Climb Some of the Country’s Largest Snow Capped Mountains in the Cascade Mountains, Washington
May 18th, 2009 | Posted by: brandonPRESS RELEASE FROM MAY 18, 2009
Ascent Adventure Consultants, Raleigh North Carolina’s professional rock climbing guides, offer s a multi day alpine climbing package, July 21-August 2nd 2009, to introduce people to the sport of mountain climbing and to give them the opportunity to summit some of the most beautiful mountains the country has to offer.
Press Release: NC Climbing Guides Ascent Adventure Consultants Unveil Re-Branding and New Website
May 1st, 2009 | Posted by: brandonAscent Adventure Consultants, North Carolina’s fastest growing rock climbing guide company, has unveiled a re-branding of the company, as well as a new website.
Apex, NC USA May 1, 2009 — Ascent Adventure Consultants is about impacting people’s lives and setting them out on the journey and adventure of a lifetime: when people experience climbing a cliff face, they are instantly aware of the existence of a whole new world; when people engage their fellow teammates or employees in a team building activity, they realize the greater degree of unity and success their team could be experiencing.
Introduction to Alpine Climbing with Ascent Adventure Consultants, in the North Cascades and Mount Baker
March 23rd, 2009 | Posted by: brandonWe have officially launched the most exciting and unique program that we have ever offered…check out the Intro to Alpine Climbing Class.
If you have ever dreamed of standing on top of a snow capped peak in a remote setting, or if your skills are just a little rusty Ascent Adventure Consultants has the course to fit your needs.
Choose from four course lengths: 4, 7, 10, or 13 days. Starting with our four-day basic course set on beautiful Mt. Baker in the North Cascades of Washington State. The first three days will be spent learning the skills that you will need to safely climb in a large alpine mountain environment. We will culminate this portion of the course with a summit attempt of Mt. Baker on the fourth day.
At the conclusion of the 4-day section of your trip, you will be ready to head into the heart of the North Cascades and put your new skills to use on some of the most stunning peaks in the lower 48 states. Each 3-day course section will find us attempting a new summit and learning new skills and techniques. If you are unable to do the entire 13-day course in one climbing season you can do part of the course then complete it the following year.
At the completion of our 13-day course you will have the skill to safely get out into the mountains on your own.
Carrying a Pack on Multipitch Climbs and Chimneys
March 12th, 2009 | Posted by: brandonI have had several people ask me over the past few years what exactly I do when climbing chimneys on multipitch routes, in order to carry a pack up with food, water, approach shoes, etc, since climbing a chimney with a pack is so difficult!
I just wanted to give my quick advice. The leader never carries a pack, but always the second. And instead of carrying it on their back through the chimneys, we simply use a tagline. I prefer to use a piece of webbing, and then just hang the pack from the harness of the second and then it can be pulled up through the chimney. Just a quick piece of advice!
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