In 2003, Aron Ralston became trapped in a canyon and severed his own arm, bringing mainstream attention to the sport of canyoneering.
“Let's Go Canyoneering”
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In 2003, Aron Ralston became trapped in a canyon and severed his own arm, bringing mainstream attention to the sport of canyoneering.
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Aron Ralston's ordeal in a canyon in 2003 brought national attention to canyoneering. This sport combines hiking, climbing, rappelling, and swimming through rugged terrain. By the late 1990s, the rise of the internet and a community of thrill-seekers fueled its popularity. The film features insights from instructor Steve Cabourne, pioneer Mike Kelsey, and guidebook author Rich Carlson. They discuss the growing number of participants and the risks involved in this adventurous activity.
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Why Watch
- Meet canyoneering pioneers like Steve Cabourne and Mike Kelsey.
- Find out how the internet fueled canyoneering's popularity.
- See the risks of thrill-seeking in extreme sports.
Did You Know
- Aron Ralston became trapped in a canyon in 2003, leading to his amputation.
- Canyoneering gained popularity in the late 1990s due to the internet.
- The film features insights from three key figures in canyoneering.
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What is canyoneering?
Canyoneering involves descending canyons through hiking, climbing, rappelling, and swimming.
Who is Aron Ralston?
Aron Ralston is known for severing his own arm after becoming trapped in a canyon in 2003, which contributed to the rise in popularity of canyoneering.
What year was the documentary 'Gorging' released?
Gorging was released in 2013.
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