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Understanding Rock Climbing: A Complete Guide to USA Rock Climbing Grades

A climber enjoying the beautiful granite of Donner Summit in Lake Tahoe California. Photo: Zeb Blais Understanding the Yosemite Decimal System: A Guide to Rock Climbing Grades in North America As a beginner rock climber or...

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    New Rock Climbing Programs for 2024!

    A rock climbing guide belaying a climber on the final pitch of Corrugation Corner at Lover's Leap in Lake Tahoe.  Photo: Chris Cloyd   New Rock Climbing Programs Blackbird Mountain Guides has new permits and guided rock climbing...

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      Blackbird Acquires NASTC Rock Climbing School & Rock Guide Service

      This week, Blackbird Mountain Guides announced that it acquired the long-standing and highly regarded NASTC Rock Climbing School and Rock Guide Service in Lake Tahoe.
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      Fixed Anchor Policy Changes on National Parks & Forest Service - Take Action!

      If you rock climb or alpine climb on National Park and National Forest Lands, this affects YOU!  Proposed change of the fixed anchor policies in National Parks and on Forest Service Lands will make it hard to maintain safe anchors and will have a direct effect on your favorite climbing areas.  Comment to maintain access to safe anchors in your favorite climbing areas!
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        Best Spots for Beginner Rock Climbing in Tahoe

        Whether you're new to outdoor rock climbing, sport climbing, trad climbing, or multi pitch climbing, check out our list of the best crags in the Tahoe area for beginner rock climbers! We've got the lowdown on all the best spots to learn rock climbing or build your rock-climbing skills in the Truckee and North Lake Tahoe Area. Read on for the scoop!
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