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The Beginner’s Guide to Climbing at Pilot Mountain: The Perfect Gym-to-Crag Launchpad

Wesley Calkins 6/11/26 Wesley Calkins 6/11/26

The Definitive Guide to Climbing at Moore’s Wall: Quartzite, Classic Lines, and Logistics

Wesley Calkins 5/27/26 Wesley Calkins 5/27/26

Totem Cams. A modern miracle or something else

Wesley Calkins 5/12/26 Wesley Calkins 5/12/26

Route Report: Groover 5.8, Laurel Knob

We had a great weather day for a Private guided trip to climb Laurel Knob. The Appalachian Climbing School offers private guided trips to many large objectives around the Southeast.

Wesley Calkins 4/28/26 Wesley Calkins 4/28/26

Route Report: Dopey Duck 5.9 Shortoff Mountain

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Leave No Tat Behind: Responsible Anchor Practices in Alpine and Adventure Climbing

Climbers use textiles in anchoring all the time. When they are left behind they can become dangerous over time. Being responsible with textile anchors is essential to protect others and the environment.

Wesley Calkins 5/29/25 Wesley Calkins 5/29/25

Canyoning in the Carolinas: Biodiversity, Conservation , and Exploration

Canyoneering and Waterfall Rappelling are a new adventure sport making a splash in Western North Carolina. Read here to learn more about what it takes to respect the environment and find your way around some of the regions best canyons.

Wesley Calkins 5/13/25 Wesley Calkins 5/13/25

The Linville Crusher, 5.10a V

The Linville Crusher is the Mother of all link-ups in the Southeast. If you’re ready to put your climbing and fitness to the test in Western North Carolina there’s no better place to start.