For centuries people have been attracted to the challenge of climbing high mountains of climbing high mountains or scaling difficult rock faces. Wild Rock shows how to get started on this adventure activity. It explains the equipment needed, the skills you need to develop and practice, and importantly, how to stay safe in difficult weather and challenging conditions. The book includes real-life accounts of people who have faced danger and overcome disaster when climbing. And it shows just how rewarding the activity of climbing can be. Book jacket.