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Posted by Tom D on July 4, 2007 at 2:48:38 pm EDT
In reply to Beginning climbing posted by Climbing (Guest) on July 4, 2007 at 3:14:33 am EDT

FMD makes very good points. When I wanted to learn mountaineering, I took a basic class. Many companies offer them and I bet you can find some in the Vancouver area. I'd do a Yahoo search and see what comes up. However, like FMD said, don't just buy some gear and go out with friends-get some real instruction.

I used to teach scuba diving-lessons were mandatory to get certified so you could buy air. With climbing, you don't have that "gatekeeper" so you could just buy whatever you want and have a go at it, but I definitely wouldn't recommend it-too easy to get hurt.

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