Women Breaking Barriers in Pakistan

An article in today's Aspen Daily News discusses the Pakistani Women's Climbing Camp, a joint project of the American Alpine Club and Alpine Club of Pakistan. Eight American women are leading an effort to cultivate a tradition of mountaineering among Pakistani women. Local response to the project was overwhelming and there will be about 100 participants on this expedition.

Such efforts are groundbreaking in a country where cultural norms impede women from participating in sports. Follow the PWCC's progress on their blog and support their effort.

GTCR Featured in Jackson Hole Magazine

An interesting article about the Grand Teton Climber Ranch appears in the summer/fall issue of Jackson Hole Magazine, a publication by Jackson Hole News. The article does not appear online, but copies of the magazine can be obtained from the publisher. You can also stop by the library to see our copy. The Ranch hosts a "work week" for volunteers to keep the place running.

The GTCR has been owned and operated by the AAC since 1970. The Ranch, located at the base of the Grand Teton, is open from mid-June to early September. AAC members can stay for just $8.00 per night! Another great reason to join the AAC.

Atkinson Featured in AMC Outdoors

The library just received its copy of the July/August AMC Outdoors, the publication of the Appalachian Mountain Club. Guess who's on the front cover? If you guessed Bill Atkinson, chair of the AAC's New England Section, you're correct.

The feature article is a tribute to Bill and his 50+ year climbing career. Recounting Bill's climbs in the Alps, Tetons, Red Rocks, and the White Mountains, the article also examines Bill's remarkable ability to instill in others a love for the mountains and for climbing. The AAC library has guidebooks that cover all the places Bill has explored. AAC members can borrow these and the thousands of other books available in our catalog.

The AAC is "America's leading organization for all climbers" because it has so many leaders like Bill. Join the AAC today!