Gate Keeping

Gate Keeping

In this conversation, Rich and Adolfo discuss the concept of gatekeeping in canyoneering. They explore the subjective and objective aspects of gatekeeping, as well as the consequences and benefits of sharing or keeping canyons secret. They also touch on the importance of skill development, the role of guidebooks, and the impact of social media on…

Sundance Canyon

Sundance Canyon

This episode of the Canyoneering Karma podcast is a storytelling episode about how a canyon in Arizona got its name. Rich shares his experience of filming an episode of a PBS television show called ‘Anyplace Wild’ in a tributary of West Clear Creek. The name ‘Sundance’ was given to the canyon during filming. The episode…