Chris Van Leuven

An inside look at the challenges, triumphs, and hallucinatory experiences of the historic ascent of one of the Himalayas’ most daunting peaks

Verbeck shares his tales of first ascent climbing, BASE jumping, and sailing off the coast of Antarctica

The nine-pitch 5.11d Otherworld at Parkline Slab gets all day sun, making it a perfect winter route

From co-founding Wilderness Experience to sailing the globe, Jim Thomsen’s journey epitomises the spirit of exploration and the relentless pursuit of excellence in the outdoor industry

Born February 8, 1939, the legendary Sierra climber, photographer, cameraman, and writer passed away on October 10, 2022. Chris Van Leuven remembers his storied life

With merchandise stocked at U.S. national parks and a pledge to give back 25 percent of profit, Parks Project has so far donated millions for vital projects

We spoke with the 87-year-old Yosemite Golden Age climber about his first ascent of Half Dome’s NW Face, the many Desert Towers under his belt, his near-death experience, and his work with YCA.

The World Champion’s journey from Virginia to the Halls of Congress

Fresh off the press from Di Angelo Publications, Dean Fidelman’s coffee table book showcases a lifetime of incredible photographs

A fixture in the boulders of Yosemite Valley during the 1990s, Ben Zartman lived off $3,000 a year and climbed full-time before sailing all over