Chapter
Making disastrous choices while mountain climbing
24:45 - 32:23 (07:37)
The podcast discusses how many disastrous mountaineering stories happen because people push their limits and make choices beyond their capabilities; however, some of them also show forethought and awareness of the mountain and its conditions. The story of a man whose life was saved by a rope demonstrates this point.
Clips
Despite facing a dangerous situation on a 1,400 foot ice slope, Tom and Rit remained calm and collected throughout their climb.
24:45 - 26:25 (01:39)
mountaineering
Summary
Despite facing a dangerous situation on a 1,400 foot ice slope, Tom and Rit remained calm and collected throughout their climb.
ChapterMaking disastrous choices while mountain climbing
Episode28: A Broken Neck and Endless Crevasses - Surviving Denali National Park
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The podcast explores how individuals in extreme situations, such as mountain climbers, recognize and respect their own limits to avoid tragedy.
26:25 - 28:14 (01:48)
Mountain Climbing
Summary
The podcast explores how individuals in extreme situations, such as mountain climbers, recognize and respect their own limits to avoid tragedy.
ChapterMaking disastrous choices while mountain climbing
Episode28: A Broken Neck and Endless Crevasses - Surviving Denali National Park
PodcastNational Park After Dark
Colby and Ritt were saved by a rope when an avalanche hit, but Colby ended up tumbling and digging an ice axe into the slope to slow down.
28:19 - 32:23 (04:03)
Mountain Climbing
Summary
Colby and Ritt were saved by a rope when an avalanche hit, but Colby ended up tumbling and digging an ice axe into the slope to slow down.