| WORLD BRIEFING | EUROPE; France: Bodies of Climbers Found Bodies of eight climbers are found after avalanche near Mont Blanc in French Alps; because area is prone to avalanches, rescuers say they will not try to recover bodies query.nytimes.com |
A Boulder-Climbing Paradise, Where Sacredness Meets Sport To far-flung devotees of the intensely physical rock-climbing style known as bouldering, Hueco Tanks, Tex., is known for the grandeur and challenge it offers. nytimes.com |
Pushing Forward After a Heart Transplant Like any mountaineer, Kelly Perkins depends on heart and nerve to reach a summit. What sets her apart is that the heart she relies on is not her own. nytimes.com |
Rise of Wind Turbines Is a Boon for Rope Workers A growing number of people who enjoy rock climbing are finding work inspecting, cleaning and repairing wind turbines. nytimes.com |
Climbing the Walls in Brooklyn Since opening last fall, Brooklyn Boulders, an 18,000-square-foot gym, has become a destination for New York rock climbers of all levels. travel.nytimes.com |