Shiprock... a Closing Adventure
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I wish there was something I could say to help everyone calm down so we don't all start calling each other names. Perhaps just mentioning that there was a body recovered today in the Sandia mtns ( which are also sacred to me ) which may be that of a climber who has been missing for several days might help us all chill out a bit. |
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Hello All! |
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Gary - I just saw that on the news ... here is a link: krqe.com/ap/body-found-in-s… |
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Sorry Quentin ... your post beat mine ... kudos to you for your efforts ... some kind of synergy would go far toward granting Shiprock the dignity of a legit ascent ... |
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Quentin, thanks for all your hard work and efforts. You should take pride in being a role model and leader for all. |
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Re: the entire preceding discussion ... let's face it, we'll all do sanctioned ascents if we can ... barring that we'll just do ascents ... |
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Quentin Tutt 1 wrote:Just please respect our wishes and we'll all soon get to play freely on these formations in the near future. Respectfully yours, Quentin Tutt quentin.tutt@hotmail.com 5054097572 cellQuentin, glad you showed up and kudos to you for getting things organized and helping folks make it their own. Actively engaging with and supporting Quentin's efforts and those of the Diné Rock Climbers Coalition will be the fastest way to secure climbing access on Navajo lands for the general public. |
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Thanks for the support and understanding. Here's what we're up to as far as establishing a nrw sport climb area in Fort Defiance, AZ. So far we've gained a lot of local support to get this area cleaned up and also some donations from some well-known climbers. So far, it's been goin well since began about two and a half months ago. The rock is the same as Shiprock and has the very same feel because I do get flashbacks about being on SR when climbing here. It's definitely been a work in progress and would appreciate any help, especially with bolt hangers. Have any just laying around? Please send our way and we'll definitely give you some credit in helping us establish this location, especially for our youth. Let's get them loving the rez instead of having them become part of the problem down the road. Bolts can be sent toy adress of PO Box 706 Fort Defiance, AZ 86504. |
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Totem Pole 2015, Photo by Quentin Tutt
When we climbed the pole we did it the day time. we did not sneak or hide. we were proud and had a great experience. People did see us! So be careful you will get charges if you are caught! |
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BOW DOWN TO THE ONE AND ONLY POLE! |
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Quentin, I'm sure I speak on behalf of all climbers when I say thank you for your stewardship in the matter. It is much appreciated. |
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I am so glad to see we are ALL talking more sensibly. Everyone's posts are bringing us all closer to where we ( and future generations! ) should look forward to :o) |
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Be careful of the WMP out there. It usually sneaks up on you at night. |
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When we climbed the pole we did it the day time. we did not sneak or hide. we were proud and had a great experience.
I suspect this falls under the category of spray ... |
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Come on Brothers... Let stop "spraying" each other and do our best to work together. PLEASE! Do like Ninjas do and "absorb the blow". |
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This is the reason why I changed my focus on our youth rather than on climbers with 'big ego' trips. If you're not gonna appreciate the area and culture, climb elsewhere. |
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Don Ferris wrote:...could you fill us in on the significance of Shiprock to the Navajo? If I remember correctly it's a cool story.Seconded. I'd love to hear about the history of SR! |
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Here's the story which I'm happy to read and see that climber Brian Crim has did his homework- brianinthewild.com/tse-bita… |
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We will continue to bridge the gap here on the Navajo Nation! Thanks for all the kind words and encouragement to our efforts. Quentin started this as a Facebook group but We have all built it into something much greater. And it has been a great journey thus far. We have met alot of awesome people over this short time. as a result our efforts for youth development and awareness has sparked and interest with our tribal leader and they see the value in programs like these. This is the only way to accomplish our goals; Quentin and I will be continuing this process. The future is hopeful! CHEERS! |
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Here's the story which I'm happy to read and see that climber Brian Crim has did his homework-
Great TR! Vivid, well documented & with a bit of insight besides ... I'm with George though, there has to be a huge number of NM/AZ/CO/UT climbers interested in your photos & stories ... Cheers, Mark |