Posted on September 23, 2025
The Mountain’s Grip: Remembering Yasuko Namba on Everest
FactsThe Mountain’s Grip: Remembering Yasuko Namba on Everest The question hangs heavy: is Yasuko Namba still on Everest? It’s a question that pulls us back to the mountain’s brutal lesson in 1996, a year that Everest etched itself into our collective memory with tragedy. Yasuko Namba, a Japanese businesswoman with a spirit that soared higher
Posted on September 23, 2025
Josh Brolin as Beck Weathers: Bringing an Everest Survivor’s Story to Life
FactsJosh Brolin as Beck Weathers: Bringing an Everest Survivor’s Story to Life Okay, so you’re curious about who played Beck Weathers in Everest, right? Well, the answer is Josh Brolin. That’s him bringing to life the incredible, almost unbelievable, story of a man who stared death in the face on the roof of the world.
Posted on September 22, 2025
Getting Your Rope Back After Rappelling: No More Cliffside Headaches
FactsGetting Your Rope Back After Rappelling: No More Cliffside Headaches Rappelling. Abseiling. Whatever you call it, it’s a blast! But let’s be honest, the fun stops real quick if you can’t get your rope back down. A stuck rope? That’s a recipe for frustration, and sometimes, real danger. So, how do you avoid that cliffside
Posted on September 22, 2025
Can You Use a Belay Device for Rappelling? Let’s Talk About It.
FactsCan You Use a Belay Device for Rappelling? Let’s Talk About It. So, you’re thinking about rappelling, huh? Awesome! It’s an incredible experience, that feeling of controlled descent, like you’re a mountain ninja. Now, a key piece of kit for climbers and rappellers alike is the belay device. And the big question is: can you
Posted on September 22, 2025
Chasing the Source: Finding Where the Tar River Begins Its Journey
FactsChasing the Source: Finding Where the Tar River Begins Its Journey Ever wondered where rivers actually start? I mean, really start? Let’s talk about the Tar River, a crucial waterway that snakes its way across northeastern North Carolina. This river, stretching over 200 miles, eventually morphs into the Pamlico River, playing a huge role in
Posted on September 22, 2025
Getting to Know the Tar-Pamlico: Just How Big Are We Talking?
FactsGetting to Know the Tar-Pamlico: Just How Big Are We Talking? So, you’re curious about the Tar-Pamlico River basin, huh? It’s a pretty big deal around here in eastern North Carolina – a real lifeline, actually. But when someone asks, “How big is it, exactly?” that’s where things get interesting. We’re not talking about a