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10-21-2008, 04:03 PM
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Backcountry Betty
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Basic Mountaineering Course
So i just took a leap and blew $400 on a mountaineering course. It's through a national organization here in the states called The Mountaineers. I start in January and graduate in Fall 2009. It covers glacier hikes, crevasse crossing, backcountry medicine, rock climbing, navigation and more. i'll be in classes for the rest of winter and part of spring. Then i'll be going on alot of crazy guided hikes here in the Pacific Northwest in order to obtain my certification. the next class after this is to learn how to lead hikes on glaciated mountains. i'm definitely not ready for that class, but i'm working towards it. i want to hike Mt. Rainier here in washington which is pretty intense.
thought i'd share the info and post about the process for people interested in similar endeavors. i'm already weight-training and running everyday. i want to walk into that place and hold my own with the boys. wish me luck!!
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10-21-2008, 04:09 PM
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Wow, sounds intense! Good going for you Beth. I'm sure you'll be great at it.
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10-21-2008, 08:40 PM
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awesome! That's one of my goals too....must climb a relatively significant mountain (for me...this doesnt have to be everest!) before I die. Sounds like fun!!
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10-22-2008, 06:37 AM
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thats cool beth, what is The Mountaineers? are they like the american version of the BMC (British mountaineering Council)? sounds like a fairly intensive course. i've found it always helps to go out there and do it yourself outside of the courses as well, to help consolidate your skills and that.
keep us updated on how it goes
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10-22-2008, 06:10 PM
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Wow, way to go Beth ! That is taking your passion to another level ! I have faith in you, I don't think you need us wishing you luck. Can't wait to hear from your classes !
Also, thanks for sharing the link.
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10-22-2008, 06:16 PM
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Backcountry Betty
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might be the same roz. it's an organization that anyone can join and pay dues. then you can meet up with people for hikes, or take classes like the one i am taking. they also put time and energy into conservation and preservation efforts. they are a big name in the states among backcountry enthusiasts.
thanks for the well wishing and i'll keep y'all posted, though it may be a couple months still i have anything to post. just excited i guess.
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people travel to wonder at the height of the mountains, at the huge waves of the sea, at the long course of rivers, at the vast compass of the ocean, at the circular motion of the stars; and they pass by themselves without wondering. -St. Augustine
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