25 – Adventures in (Dirtbag) House Sitting

Three years of dirtbag house sitting adventures in Durango. All to keep the climbing and writing dreams alive. This story was originally published in Mehall’s second book: The Great American Dirtbags. This link will get you 25% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAG%2520PODCAST Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com

12 – Living The Dream in J-Tree, California

A dollar and a dream in Joshua Tree, Califorinia. Easy solos and hard climbs. Living amongst the dirtbags and legend like Michael Reardon. Washing dishes for a living; somewhere between the 14 day camping limit and living the dream. Subscribe/ get a copy of The Zine here: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=16583450 Read more stories/watch…

Silent Night by Samantha Zim

I think I’ve read the words afraid, scared, terrified, anxious, and fear more over the last two weeks than in the last two years. In the contexts of both I am afraid and don’t be afraid. Like all climbers, I’ve spent time putting myself in situations that scared me—on purpose. I’m a very average climber.…

Volume 18 is now available

The Climbing Zine is proud to announce that Volume 18 is off the printer and will be arriving to subscribers shortly. The issue was delayed due to the COVID virus, and we are excited for everyone to start reading it. Here’s the list of stories in the new issue: Dear Aid Climbing by Cristina Marcalow…