CLIMBING

A girl climbing monkey bars

a dog climbing a ladder

Some photographs from memorable moments hiking and climbing in Idaho and Washington.

My family and I on a climbing trip to Smith Rocks, OR.

4th annual ice climbing in Robinson Park Sandstone Minnesota

Dynoing, derived from dynamic movement, is a technique, commonly used in rock climbing, to use the arms and legs to gain height and distance in a quick, fast, maneuver.

Accompanies part two article Climbing the mountains of Southwest New Mexico-Tres Hermanas

It was a very bad day, so I went for a walk to the mountain. I photographed the clouds. Each photo represents my feelings from depression and anger to peaceful and calmness as I was climbing the mountain... I hope you enjoy! I did!

Passion flowers, or passifloras, come in a variety of rich hues and scents. Don't forget the allure of climbing flowers when planning your garden design.

If you are in Central Oregon, you will be surrounded by the beauty of the mountains. They call out to be climbed. If you have the stamina and will, you can summit South Sister, the most climbed peak in the Three Sisters Wilderness.

In 2011, the Carew Tower will give up its place as Cincinnati's tallest building. That is a record it's held since 1930. We can still celebrate that beautiful structure by climbing to the top for a unique perspective of the Queen City.

Man climbing ladder

There are two waterfalls on Rose River accessible via the Rose River Loop Trail. The first waterfall is easily seen from the trail. For the more adventurous, there is another waterfall directly below, and can only be seen by climbing down into a gorge.

What is a 19 year old, 6'4" young man doing still climbing trees? You may or may not have some ideas. You may also think this slide show boring but I got a kick out of catching the process with my camera.

These beautifully colored sandstone hills offer opportunity for moderate rock climbing adventure when you're in Las Vegas.

A succulent climbing shrub, Euphorbia Milii is seen raised by people anywhere in the Philippines. And if you wonder why everyone is getting gaga about this plant, please see my own euphorbia garden photos.

For camping, hiking, rock climbing, boating, fishing, or just relaxing; visit Hanging Rock State Park in Danbury NC

The Zilker Park Kite Festival takes place annually, to build, fly & watch the kite flying. One can participate in the free kite making workshop & contests. Rock wall climbing, "moonwalks", face painting, childrens' games & displays also available.