1.) What does Via Ferrata mean? Via Ferrata is Italian for “iron path.” A modern Via Ferrata consist of an iron cable that runs along a route and is fixed to rocks every few yards. With a Via ferrata kit,… Read more »
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Top 6 Via Ferrata Courses in Each Region Across the US
The Via Ferrata, a new and exciting challenge is here, it is a mixture of alpine hiking and rock climbing. The Via Ferrata is a pretty new sport to the United States, but there are courses for explorers of all… Read more »
Who is the Ideal Candidate for a Via Ferrata Adventure
By: Alison Stevens Who is ready to try Via Ferrata!? Most people hear Via Ferrata and have no idea what it is. Little do they know, it is the new type of mountaineering/ziplining that is becoming more and more popular… Read more »
Still not quite sure what Via Ferrata is? Check out this Step by Step Via Ferrata Tour
The Via Ferrata, what is it? For those of you that have yet to hear of it, it is an extreme version of ziplining, or at least that it is great way to describe it to beginners. It is still… Read more »
The best 8 via Ferrata’s in the United States
Looking something a little more adventurous than ziplining but not quite able to do something as extreme as rock climbing. Via ferrata might be just what you are looking for. Tell me more about Via Ferrata A Via ferrata is… Read more »
Ultimate Guide to Via Feratta Gear
By: Bailey Reker So you want to go on a via feratta adventure, but you aren’t totally sure on what gear you may need. Most importantly, if you don’t know what type of gear you need please consider not doing this by… Read more »
Why a Via Ferrata Tour will be Perfect for Your College Spring Break Getaway in Colorado
Ever return from spring break and simply feel like you are telling the same story as every other person just getting back? “Wow you went to the beach?! Awesome tell me all about it because I went to a different… Read more »
The History of Via Ferratas in the United States – When was it introduced and what was the first Via Ferrata in America?
The Via Ferrata is a pretty new sport to the United States, due in part to the United States government-imposed bans that outlawed permanent climbing anchors specifically the Wilderness Act of 1964 which made for a lot of red tape… Read more »
The Best Christmas Gift for Colorado Adventures in 2019 – Buy a Gift Certificate for a Via Ferrata Tour
The holidays are right around the corner and everyone is looking for the perfect Christmas gifts to give this time of year. I can give you a great hint on where to start…a gift certificate for a Via Ferrata from… Read more »
Can the Colorado Telluride Via Ferrata be Explored this Winter 2018-2019?
In short- yes, the Colorado Telluride Via Ferrata can be explored year-round. However, via ferrata is less common during the depths of the winter in Colorado. Telluride has a lot of to offer year round, and their via ferrata course… Read more »
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