In early August, my two best friends and I packed up the car, and hit the road, our sights set on Colorado. We had a vague itinerary, pb&j's to last a month, and a wad of saved up cash.
In early August, my two best friends and I packed up the car, and hit the road, our sights set on Colorado. We had a vague itinerary, pb&j's to last a month, and a wad of saved up cash.
My climbing journey is a story I've wanted to share for a while now. Especially since I only have a handful of months left in Tallahassee before I move. TRG (Tallahassee Rock Gym) has opened up so many opportunities for me to grow and explore my talents. Including having the opportunity to paint my third mural.
Red River Gorge, those who know the name will never forget it. This past August I spent a week climbing at The Red with Noah and a bunch of Tallahassee Rock Gym friends. Never have I been more emersed in the climbing community, outdoor lifestyle and shared a love for pizza than at this gorge.
Arches is known for its natural bridge formations, the most well known being Delicate Arch. At sunset we hiked out to see this iconic arc, the light was perfect as we joined the crowds of people sitting around its perimeter. Some were taking pictures while others enjoyed the view. It almost felt like we were watching a performance, with Delicate Arch being the main event.
Save the South holds a special place in my heart. Not only was it my first rock climbing competition, but this event also spurred my journey into becoming more involved with Tallahassee Rock Gym (better known as TRG) and the climbing community. Last year I was a newbie, having only climbed for a couple of months. Little did I know that a year later I would not only be participating in the annual[...]