Category: Sports

Rock Climbing

By , October 19, 2011 1:41 pm

Take advantage of the crisp fall weather and the beautiful mountains around you, and go for a climb!  Rock climbing is a wonderful way to experience the beauty of nature, with its breathtaking views and gorgeous valleys and canyons.  Also, besides the cost of gear, it is completely free!  This fall, go out there and discover your backyard through a whole new perspective!

It is never too late to start climbing.  Just last month, I was introduced to the sport of rock climbing and I have already fallen in love with it.  My arms are sore and my hands ache, yet all I want to do is climb.  It is a great way to stay active and get an intense workout, as well as just have fun with friends!  I love the technical aspect of it too.  If you love strategy then you will love rock climbing, because it’s always a puzzle to find out the best route to the top.

Right now, I am going to school in Provo, Utah, so I am lucky that some of the best rock climbing opportunities in the country, such as in American Fork Canyon, Moab, and Zions, are right in my backyard.  However, there is rock climbing available almost anywhere!  I know that when I go back home to California I am checking out routes in Yosemite.

Even when winter hits, you can stay involved in the rock climbing community and go to your local rock gym to work on technique and get better for the next outdoor climbing season.  However, if you insist on being outdoors even in the cold, then ice climbing is a whole different sport altogether…  I have personally never tried it, but I bet it is just as amazing.

Hiking in the Fall

By , October 3, 2011 12:38 pm

As the leaves start to change colors and get crispy, hiking can be the perfect activity to fill your time. There are many areas around the world in which fall is the perfect time to get outdoors and experience nature.

When you know that you are going to go hiking you should be sure that you are safe. Take time to exercise your judgement so that you can be sure you do not end up injured while you are on your hike.

First, you should be sure that you tell someone where you are going and an estimated time that you will arrive home. Make sure that you give them a date and time that you know you will be home by, this way if you are not home by this time they know that they can start to worry and take action to find out.

Second, you want to be sure that you understand how you are going to pack enough food and water for your hike. Take the time that you need to pack it appropriately so you can be sure that you can carry it while you are out on your hike.

Third, make sure that you are protected from the elements. Have a poncho with you in case it starts to rain and dress in layers so you can avoid any problems you may have with temperature.

Getting Ready for Fall

By , September 22, 2011 1:45 pm

Well, summer is over, and its time to get ready for fall. Fall is a time that bring up images of changing leaves, crisp weather, and beautiful scenery. It also is the time that football season kicks into full swing, giving people everywhere something to watch and cheer for.

Fall is a time where lots of different sports can be played and enjoyed. It still is warm enough to go out during the day and have fun, while the night offers chances to bundle up and enjoy different events. Fall is a great time for biking, because of the cool temperatures and the beautiful scenery.

Running is also something that is fun during this time, because it gives people the chance to experience different temperatures and take in different sights. Essentially, it is possible to participate in a lot of outdoor sports in the fall, with different factors and sights playing a role in how they are enjoyed.

As Long as you are willing to put int he time to have fun, you can have a blast enjoying all kinds of outdoor sports in the fall. All you need to do is look for opportunities to do so!