Climb Smart!

  • Check your knots and harness buckle
  • Check your belay- are you sure you're on?
  • Know your partners and their habits
  • Inspect your gear and replace as necessary
  • Read all warnings- they can save your life
  • Fixed gear is unreliable- back it up when possible
  • Always double-check your rappel system
  • Rock and ice break--- check your holds and placements
  • Keep an eye on the weather
  • Wear a helmet!

Your safety and that of your party is your responsibility!

Climb Smart! is a program developed by the Climbing Sports Group of ORCA

WARNING!!! Mountaineering and climbing are dangerous. Use of the products featured on this web site requires specific training, judgment, practice, and knowledge. By purchasing any of these products, the buyer assumes acceptance of all risks including injury and death that can result from its use. Ushba Mountain Works shall not be held liable for the consequences, direct, indirect, accidental, or other damage befalling or resulting from use of these products.