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Dyurrite Update: From the SWG Meetings
Last week marked a significant milestone in the Dyurrite access process — our first Stakeholder Working Group meetings — and I want to share some honest reflections while the experience is still fresh. It felt good to do something. I’ll be candid: one of the hardest parts of the last couple of years has been…
Where Things Actually Stand: Dyurrite, The Climbing Company, and What Comes Next
A lot has happened since we first wrote about our involvement in the Dyurrite Community Working Group. This is an honest update — where things are, what the next week looks like, and what it means for climbing and outdoor education at one of Australia’s most significant natural destinations. How we got here In late…
Moving Forward Together: The Climbing Company and the Dyurrite Community Working Group
I’m writing this to share where we are in the process of working through the future of climbing at Dyurrite (Mount Arapiles), and to encourage everyone in our community to approach what comes next with respect, patience, and a commitment to collaboration. I don’t speak here on behalf of Parks Victoria, Traditional Owners, or even…
Crampons: Hike, ski, mountains, icefalls?
What is a Crampon? Crampons are traction devices that attach to footwear, improving mobility on snow and ice. Typically made of steel or aluminium, they feature metal spikes (called teeth) that dig into hard surfaces, offering grip and stability. Essential in mountaineering, ice climbing, and winter hiking, crampons are secured to stiff-soled boots and come…
ABC TV Episode “secret science”
When we helped ABC’s “Secret Science” explore how rock climbing develops extraordinary touch sensitivity through scientific demonstration.
Aaron is a “Solo Man”!?!?
An unexpected opportunity led me to star in Solo’s 50th anniversary campaign, bring on the sugar rush!
The History of The Climbing Company: From 1988 to Now
The legacy behind The Climbing Company is much more than our current setup. We’ve been going for nearly 40 years!