As funerals are held of Sherpas killed in the serac fall on Everest last Friday, those on the mountain are taking stock while in Kathmandu the political fall-out has already started, raising questions about the future of climbing on the world’s highest mountain. Ed Douglas reports from Kathmandu.
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In your flight to the crags this spring, don’t forget about the birds. For many climbers, spring is the light at the end of the long winter tunnel. But in your rush for the crag, don’t forget that there could be nesting birds on some climbs.
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If you're looking to improve your rock climbing, indoors or out, then come along to the BMC Climbing Movement Masterclasses this May - run by top climber Naomi Buys.
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Easter Sunday marked the 100th anniversary of Britain’s most legendary mountain climb: Central Buttress on Scafell, first climbed on 20 April 1914.
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Chamonix-based Jeff Mercier and Korra Pesce have made the first free and possibly only the second overall ascent of a little known Chris Bonington route on the west face of the Aiguille du Plan.
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Heading to Scotland this spring? Don't be fooled by the sunny weather - winter is not over in the Highlands yet, and hill walkers heading north are urged to be prepared.
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The Quay and Entre-Prises UK have revealed the design for a new deep-water solo competition wall that will host a competition in Exeter's canal basin on 30 - 31 August.
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Sheffield's Castle Mountaineering Club is holding an open rock climbing weekend on 10-11 May 2014, providing the opportunity to find out more about the club and meet some of its members. The weekend is primarily aimed at those who wish to move from indoor to outdoor climbing, focused on the Peak District's glorious gritstone.
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The BMC guide to occupiers' liability has been updated and refreshed, making it easier for landowners, managers and users to understand the legislation governing liability, and answers the concerns of landowners about the perceived liability risks associated with rock climbing on their land.
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