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January 27, 2011

Hi Folks,

Well the past several days have been a major change weather-wise. we've gone from almost 2 weeks of temps that never got above the upper teens, to 2 days that have both been above 27! In fact as I write this the temp here is a truly balmy 31! Amazingly enough, when I went up to take the weekly pictures in Crawford Notch, temps were as high as 27. And that was kind of cloudy with light blowing snow. Pretty sweet…

This is a pretty big Report with lots of news and the like so I'm not going to blather on this week. [grin] Here ya go…

Ice Fest Weekend Starts Friday, February 3rd:
Ice Fest 2011 is shaping up to be a fantastic weekend filled with free demos, killer clinics, and super fun evening festivities. The Mount Washington Valley Ice Festival is one of the premier climbing events in the country. Join us as we celebrate the adventure, the fun, and the camaraderie of ice climbing and winter mountaineering, here in one of the finest waterfall ice climbing destinations in North America. This year we are also offering an AIARE Level I Avalanche Course.

There are clinics for advanced climbers (Intro to Mixed Climbing; Efficient Alpine Climbing Techniques, etc.). Or, if you're going to head out on your own, be sure to come by the FREE GEAR DEMO to take the latest in ice-climbing technology out with you to the crags. The gear demo will be open every morning at IME from 7:30-11:00 am.

A slideshow and indoor competition will take place on Friday evening, 7:00-10:00 pm in the Cranmore Fitness Center climbing wall along with a raffle. On Saturday night we're letting loose at the Ice Fest Dance Party. Since its inception 18 years ago this event has been eagerly anticipated by ice climbers in the Eastern United States and is considered one of the premier climbing events in the country. It is intended to be a celebration of ice climbing and winter mountaineering and the people that make it a part of their lives. It continues to provide a great opportunity for those attending to network, socialize, try new gear and participate in multiple day courses, one-day technical clinics and privately guided climbs. The Mt. Washington Valley is one of the finest waterfall ice climbing destinations in North America. Each year we offer a variety of skills-based clinics and exciting slide shows with featured climbers and guides from the New England area and around the world.

Sponsors Include;  Outdoor Research (Title Sponsor ), Mammut, La Sportiva, Wild Things, Petzl, Asolo, Patagonia, Mountain Hardwear, Lowa, Liberty Mountain, Black Diamond,Mt.Cranmore Resort, Sterling Rope , Julbo, Tuckerman Brewing Company, Flatbread, , American Alpine Club, Ice Holdz and others.
Here are some interesting pix from this morning. AngelCakes.jpg
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And don't forget that the regular weekly pix will also be on Facebook by Friday morning.

Gimps Gone Wild Slideshow:
Paradox athlete and co-director Chad Butrick will be presenting the first ever East Coast edition of the Paradox Sports slide show. Fresh off of a summit of Nepal's Lobuche, this one-legged wonder will be on hand to share pictures and tall tales of his mountain adventures across the world. Other Paradox Sports athletes will be on hand to share their tall tales of lives of climbing, skiing, and adventuring, as well as sharing the... adaptive equipment they use.

Thursday, February 3 at 7:30p
Location: Eastern Mountain Sports - Burlington, VT

"Paradox Sports Mission:Paradox Sports provides inspiration, opportunities and adaptive equipment to the disabled community, empowering their pursuit of a life of excellence through human-powered outdoor sports."

Admission is a donation or a high five, and don't forget about the rad raffle we'll be having thanks to the support of local (and some not so local!) businesses. A special thank you goes out to EMS for daring to give place for a bunch of crazy gimps to tell stories.

*Please take the time to visit http://www.paradoxsports.org/ to learn more about this awesome organization!*

Get A Real Job, At Kismet:
Kismet Rock Foundation will be accepting applications for the Executive Director and Administrative Assistant positions until February 28, 2011 or until the positions are filled. Please click on the link below to read the call for applications. Also please help us spread the word about this opportunity to join the Kismet family and work for a great cause!

http://www.kismetrockfoundation.org/join-us/employment/

Kismet Rock Foundation is a North Conway, NH based non-profit that enhances the physical, intellectual and emotional development of well-functioning but economically disadvantaged children by providing access to the immense value of a comprehensive and multi-dimensional education in technical rock climbing.

Jeff Lowe Metanoia Film:
I heard about this from the people at Lowe Alpine. Definitely looks interesting. In case you didn't know, Jeff has MS and no longer climbs. That said, he is still involved. While I've heard some mixed reviews about Jeff personally over the years, there is no denying his contribution to the sport. I urge you to check it out…

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Dear Friends and Family,

  Once again I've embarked on a great adventure! Unlike many of the climbs in my life, this one is not a solo. I am honored to be part of a small team of people dedicated to making a documentary film about my life and climbs. In fact, it was their idea.  

My brother, Greg Lowe, will direct the film and my long time friend, Jon Krakauer, will narrate. My creative juices are flowing and I have energy for this project I have not had in years.

  I am so grateful for all the ways so many of you have helped me in the past. With this project I need your help more than ever, with dollars if you feel inspired to give, but equally important is spreading the word.  

Please go to: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/jefflowesmetanoia  and click on the small blue picture that says "Jeff Lowe's Metanoia” or go here - http://kck.st/f1tue2  Click on the video and then make a pledge of just $1, or more, if you like.  To meet the team and learn more go to www.jefflowemovie.com

  Visit our facebook page at: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Jeff-Lowes-Metanoia-movie/118137248245029?ref=ts  Please "like" us and invite your friends to do the same. You can also add a link to your own Facebook page that goes directly to our kickstarter project page. You will find this link right below the video box on our project page. Just click on the Facebook icon and it will upload automatically. You can add a few words of introduction as well.  

I invite you to forward any of these links to your own friends, family and colleagues. This is a numbers game and the more people we can reach the better off we'll be.

  With Much Appreciation and Gratitude,

Jeff

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NEClimbs & White Mountain Report On Facebook:
Join us and hopefully LIKE us on Facebook. I'll try and post some interesting pix every Thursday and the latest Ice Report in the season, tho certainly not the whole Report. Here's where you can check it out:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/NEClimbs/163827813639018

Mobile Version Of NEClimbs:
Up on one of the Mount Washington Valley's finest crags and want to know what that climb you're looking at is? Or maybe you're on your way up from Boston and want to check out the Ice Report for your upcoming weekend plans. Or more likely, you're at work just want to daydream about your next adventure. Well if you have a smart phone handy, you can get to NEClimbs from anywhere you have cell service. While it doesn't offer every single feature of the site and it's not an "app", in mobile form, it does do a whole lot and is very useful. Here is the live link to the mobile version of NEClimbs:

http://www.neclimbs.com/mobile

Check it out and if you have issues on your specific phone, please feel free to let me know.

NEClimbs & White Mountain Report On Facebook:
Join us and LIKE us on Facebook. I'll try and post interesting pix every Thursday and the latest Ice Report in the season, tho certainly not the whole Report. Here's where you can check it out:

http://www.facebook.com/NEClimbs/

Remember - climb hard, ride the steep stuff, stay safe and above all BE NICE,

Al Hospers
The White Mountain Report
North Conway, New Hampshire


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