Petra Cliffs Blog
Chic Chocs 2025 Expedition Recap
A recap of our 2025 expedition up to backcountry ski in the Chic Chocs of Quebec, Canada.
Outdoor Adventures for Vermont Winters
Winter in Vermont doesn’t have to be spent hunkered down inside! We provide unique things to do in the winter from backcountry skiing, to ice climbing, to mountaineering. These pursuits open up a whole new way to explore the snowy and icy New England landscape, all while focusing on having fun, trying new things, and developing novel skills.
Outdoor Climbing Disciplines & Climbing Skills Progression Guide
An overview of outdoor rock climbing disciplines, how they build off of each other, and where to look for the next step in your rock climbing skill development journey.
7 Reasons to Hire a Climbing Guide
7 Reasons to Hire a Climbing Guide - There’s more to it than you might think!
Happy Holidays from the Smuggs Ice Bash Team!
We are just about one month away from the big weekend and in full event planning mode. We’ve got some awesome clinics, gatherings, and general shenanigans planned; we’re excited to put the “bash” into Ice Bash via lots of tool swinging and good times.