Hot rocks, wild water in Germany 06 May 2008 The Youth of the German Alpine Club are inviting young climbers and hikers of all abilities to take part in the multi-activity camp Hot Rocks, Wild Water.
Major reductions in Nepal peak fees 05 May 2008 The Government of Nepal has announced heavy reductions on Permit Fees for all peaks, including Mount Everest. The reductions will be effective from the 2008 autumn season.
Youth ascent of Mt Kazbek 02 May 2008 If you have never before climbed a 5000 meter peak, here is your chance. This summer young mountaineers aged 18-30 years from different UIAA countries will ascend Mt Kazbek, Georgia.
Everest Closure 01 May 2008 Statement: The UIAA has advised the Chinese Mountaineering Association that it cannot bring the UIAA flag to the summit of Mount Everest as part of the Olympic torch relay.
Eco-friendly expeditions to the test 29 Apr 2008 This month, the Eco Everest 2008 expedition is field testing an environmentally-friendly approach to climbing. The expedition also aims to draws attention to climate change and has unveiled the world’s highest photo exhibition.
International mountain adventure youth camp in Slovenia 22 Apr 2008 If you want to take part in all the activities mountains can offer, here is a great opportunity. From the 27 July to 3 August 2008, the Alpine Association of Slovenia is organising an international mountain adventure youth camp.
Youth summer camp in Russia 12 Apr 2008 There is much to choose from in the summer camp programme for the Global Youth Summit. One of the events is the International Youth rock climbing and mountaineering festival “Europe – Asia 2008" in Russia.
Route setting camp in Macedonia 10 Apr 2008 If you are between 16-29 years old and would like to learn how to set new climbing routes, head to Macedonia this summer. The Macedonian Sport Climbing Federation is organising a youth camp in Demir Kapija 1-7 July 2008.
Press release: Mount Everest 05 Apr 2008 The UIAA regrets the recent decision by the government of China to close the north side of Mount Everest to mountaineering expeditions. Statement by Mike Mortimer, President of the UIAA.
Racing Mt Elbrus 04 Apr 2008 15-18 May 2008 the Russian Mountaineering Federation and the Red Fox company are organising the Red Fox Elbrus Race festival. The programme includes a high-speed run to the Elbrus Peak, snow-shoes race and ski-mountaineering competitions.
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