Publications

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Endorsed Publications
Climbing AnchorsJohn Long and Bob Gaines. Globe Pequot Press/FalconGuides. Guilford, CT. 2024
Rock Climbing Anchors: A Comprehensive Guide, 2nd EditionTopher Donahue and Craig Luebben. The Mountaineers Books. Seattle, WA. 2019.
Rock Climbing: Mastering the Basic Skills, 2nd EditionTopher Donahue and Craig Luebben. The Mountaineers Books. Seattle, WA. 2014.
Rock Climbing: The Art of Safe AscentJohn Long and Bob Gaines. Globe Pequot Press/FalconGuides. Guilford, CT. 2021.
RappellingBob Gaines. Globe Pequot Press/FalconGuides. Guilford, CT. 2013.
Climbing Self-Rescue: Essential Skills, Technical Tips and Improvised SolutionsIan Nicholson. The Mountaineers Books. Seattle, WA. 2024.
Coaching ClimbingMichelle Hurni. Globe Pequot Press. Guilford, CT. 2002.
The Mountain Guide ManualMarc Chauvin and Rob Coppolillo. Globe Pequot Press/Falcon Guides. Guilford, CT. 2017.
The Rock Warrior’s Way: Mental Training for ClimbersArno Ilgner. Desiderata Institute. La Vergne, TN. 2006.
Guide Bulletins Archive
Annual Reports
State of the Guiding Industry Report (SOGI)
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