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Presentation and book signing

Thursday, November 12th at 7:30p

Hampshire College, Amherst MA

Main Lecture Room, Franklin Patterson Hall

Presented by and a fundraiser for the Western Mass Climber’s Coalition

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ALONE ON THE WALL [W. W. Norton & Company; November 9, 2015; $26.95 hardcover] takes us on an exciting journey alongside the most visionary and bold rock climber of our generation, one death-defying climbing achievement at a time.

A thirty-year old climbing sensation, Alex Honnold fearlessly pushes the limits of free solo rock climbing, scaling incredible heights without a rope, without a partner, and without any securing gear. If he falls, he dies. ALONE ON THE WALL recounts seven of Honnold’s most extreme climbing experiences, including free soloing Sendero Luminoso in Mexico and climbing the FitzTraverse in Patagonia. Each chapter narrates the thrilling adventure of one climb, with reflective and introspective passages throughout that take readers inside Honnold’s head and at least begin to answer the question, “What is this guy thinking?” Veteran climber and award-winning author David Roberts uses the judgments of other climbers to contextualize Honnold’s astonishing accomplishments, many of which were once widely considered impossible.

In addition to being a daredevil rock climber, Honnold is a famed world explorer whose travails are rich with memorable lessons about risk, reward, and focus in the face of unimaginable danger. His stories are as inspiring as they are thrilling, perhaps leaving readers with the courage to climb great heights in their own lives.

The WMCC and Mountaineering Books proudly present: a special evening with Edurne Pasaban, the first woman to climb the world’s fourteen 8,000m peaks!

Edurne Pasaban is the author of TILTING AT MOUNTAINS: Love, Tragedy, And Triumph On The World’s Highest Peaks (Mountaineers, 2014); Translated by local western Mass climber María José Giménez!

From the Mountaineers Books website:
“Pasaban is one of the best high-altitude climbers in the world today.

On May 17, 2010, a 37-year-old Spaniard named Edurne Pasaban became the first woman to climb all fourteen peaks higher than 8,000 meters. This record-breaking accomplishment put the Basque woman on National Geographic’s 2010 “Adventurers of the Year” list. The next year, both The Alpinist and Outside magazines placed her on their “Adventurers of the Year” lists, too.

Published for the first time in English, Tilting at Mountains tells Edurne’s heartfelt and deeply personal story. She details not only how she came to climb the 8,000-meter peaks——the competitive nature of her Basque heritage played a role, as did, admittedly, an interest in handsome climbing guides——but also how her love for the mountains pulled her from a deep, soul-crushing depression. The book covers her climbs on all the 8,000-meter peaks, some of which were almost cakewalks while others were climbed at great cost, including the loss of close friends.”

All proceeds from book sales go towards the WMCC

Come out and support the Western Mass Climbers Coalition at one of the best events of the year! We will be celebrating more milestones, so mark your calendars, dry clean your puffy jackets and formal wear, and prepare for an evening of merriment!

Schmooze with good friends and bid on fantastic auction items including vacations, dining, outdoor gear, local art and more! Beer, wine, coffee, and a free dessert bar will be served.

To get involved or donate to the auction, contact:
Danielle Rao at eyell151 {at} yahoo.com

Confirm your attendance here! 

Join us Feb 25, 2012 for….

the 11th annual Five College Outdoor Festival at Hampshire College

DETAILS FROM: HTTP://WWW.HAMPSHIRE.EDU/OPRA/10139.HTM

THE FIVE COLLEGE OUTDOOR FESTIVAL IS A YEARLY CELEBRATION OF OUTDOOR SPORTS, WILD PLACES, AND THE SPIRIT OF ADVENTURE. OUR GOAL IS TO INSPIRE THE FIVE COLLEGE AND WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS COMMUNITY TO ENGAGE IN HUMAN-POWERED OUTDOOR RECREATION. CELEBRATING OUR 11TH YEAR, ACTIVITIES AT THE FESTIVAL INCLUDE: AN ADVENTURE RACE, PANCAKE BRUNCH, CLIMBING COMPETITION, KAYAKING IN THE POOL WITH ZOAR OUTDOOR, SPINNING WITH ENERGIA, AND THE TELLURIDE MOUNTAIN FILM ON TOUR! A SILENT AUCTION AND A RAFFLE WILL BE HELD DURING THE DAY TO RAISE MONEY FOR GARDENING THE COMMUNITY IN SPRINGFIELD, MA AND THE WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS CLIMBERS COALITION (WMCC).

LOOK FOR OUR ADVERTISEMENT IN THE VALLEY ADVOCATE! 

QUESTIONS? CONTACT GLENNA ALDERSON AT  GALDERSON@HAMPSHIRE.EDU OR 413.559.5657.

2012 SCHEDULE: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2012

Try a kayak with Zoar Outdoor
Expert instruction from the professional instructors of Zoar Outdoor. Zoar will be bringing many new 2012 kayaks for folks to try out!
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Robert Crown Center pool, Hampshire College. $5.00 donationfor the WMCC and Gardening the Community.
Open to any high school or college student 16* or older. Must sign waiver and have proof of insurance.

Pancake Brunch
Free to race, climbing competition, and kayaking participants. $4.00 for others. 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

All Conditions, All Fun Adventure Race: Free event
Registration 9:30 a.m.  Race Time: 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Compete in a fun and challenging adventure race around the Hampshire College campus. Navigate from point to point on the Hampshire campus. Includes a mystery event! Map and compass skills are not required, but may be helpful! Singles and teams from the Five Colleges and community are welcome. A special prize will be awarded to the top-scoring college. All participants must provide their own gear.

Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. at the Robert Crown Center, Hampshire College. Open to any high school or college student 16 years* or older. Must sign waiver and have proof of insurance.

$5.00 donation for the charities appreciated.

You can find the race rules here.

Climbing Competition and Silent Auction

Climbing Competition: 1-4 p.m. $5.00 donation to benefit the WMCC
Open to any high school or college student 16* or older. Must have your own shoes, harness, and belay device. 1-4 p.m., Robert Crown Center, Hampshire College. Must sign waiver and have proof of insurance.

Spinning with Energia
Two 50 minute workshops will be offered for folks wanting to spin on our stationary bicycles. No experience necessary. First come, first serve; limit 14 persons per session. Workshop #1: 1-1:50 p.m.  Workshop #2: 2:10-3 p.m.
Must be 16 years* or older. Must sign waiver and have proof of insurance. $5.00 Donation to the charities appreciated!

Chair Massage
Come meet local massage therapist Lauren Abend. She’ll be offering free chair massages from 10-3 p.m.

Telluride Mountain Film On Tour

An action packed 3 hour adventure film series. Come enjoy great short movies and raise money for a good cause with the always popular intermission raffle!

$10 Admission (1 raffle ticket included). Additional tickets will be available for purchase at the door.
FREE to Hampshire, Smith, Amherst, and Mount Holyoke Students with valid school ID.

7-10 p.m., Franklin Patterson Hall, Hampshire College.

* Students ages 16-17 must present proof of health insurance and have a parent or guardian present during their particiation at the festival.

** All competitors must sign a waiver and present proof of health insurance.

2012 Five College Outdoor Festival Sponsors: $200.00 or more in cash, merchandise, or services.

Valley Advocate, Hampshire College Dean of Students Office,  Hampshire College Office of Campus Leadership Activities, Mt. Holyoke Outing Club, Smith College Outing Club, Amherst College Outing Club, Hampshire College Climbers Coalition,Black Diamond Equipment, Energia, Zoar Outdoor, Central Rock Gym, Clif Bar, Bueno y Sano, Petzl, Five College Lecture Fund.