Since 2003, we have produced quality guidebooks, written, designed and produced by local climbers.

 

ABOUT US

We produce guidebooks only for areas we have a great knowledge and passion for. Our authors are intimately familiar with the areas in their guides. From first ascents to re-bolting efforts to local advocacy to an obsession with the area, they have dedicated an inordinate amount of time to become experts on the areas covered in their guides.

We are also proud to support other like-minded publishers and authors producing climbing, hiking, and canyoneering guidebooks.

Nikki Smith - Portrait by Francois Lebeau

Nikki Smith is an artist, writer, photographer, guidebook author, and climber based in Salt Lake City, Utah. She started climbing in the early ’90s and has been working in the outdoor industry and climbing world since 1998. Nikki’s photography is been featured in many outdoor publications and is a National Geographic Adventure photo contributor. She’s authored five climbing guidebooks to date and has written many feature articles for climbing magazines. She’s done more than 200 first ascents throughout the west and has traveled the world to climb. Nikki is also an athlete representing REI, Mountain Hardwear, ScarpaGrivel, and more. 

Instagram: @nikkik_smith

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She Explores - Episode 116: To Be Seen - Featuring Photographer, Climber, & Writer Nikki Smith: