Climbing With Children

Written by a parent for parents, Climbing with Children shows how to have fun climbing with your kids while ensuring a safe outing. Not just another book on rock craft, this guide examines the special concerns present when children climb, from preparing their bodies and minds to managing them at the cliffs. You'll also learn about stretching techniques, pre-climbing exercises, climb selection and setting up top-ropes. Whether you are a parent, guardian or counselor, if children and climbing are in your life, this book will get you started. With a few pieces of equipment and your favorite crag, you and the kids can be climbing in no time. (6 x 9, 160 pages, illustrations, b&w photos)Joyce, Gary is the author of 'Climbing With Children' with ISBN 9780897321426 and ISBN 0897321421.