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 Black Diamond Equipment Event Host Black Diamond Equipment is an employee-owned manufacturer of equipment for rock climbing, alpinism and backcountry skiing. With a focus on innovation, Black Diamond continues to expand their women's specific product lines as part of an overall commitment to increased women's participation outdoors. In addition to dedicating resources to the development of new women's gear, Black Diamond has long supported women athletes, recently expanding their roster of accomplished climbers and backcountry skiers, as well as women's clinics and programs. Black Diamond has tapped into design ideas and product inspiration from a surrounding pool of talent including Kim Csizmazia, Abby Watkins, Steph Davis, Tiff Campbell, Ines Papert and Kasha Rigby. For more information, check out www.BlackDiamondEquipment.com  Climbing Magazine National Media Sponsor Climbing Magazine is the world's leading publication on climbing and mountaineering, setting the benchmark with innovative editorial coverage while maintaining close ties to the rich tradition of the sport. Climbing encourages, supports, and engages in activities that preserve the climbing environment and educates the climbing community about conservation and safety. Climbing utilizes its position as the voice for the climbing community and industry to publicize and create compelling and effective industry and grassroots initiatives. Climbing's forthright coverage of the sport regularly features the efforts and accomplishments of talented and dedicated women climbers and alpinists. For more information on Climbing magazine, contact Scott Leonard at sleonard@climbing.com or visit our website, www.climbing.com 
Fox River
From athletic, outdoor and hiking socks to winter sports, boot & field, women-specific and anatomical styles, Fox River has been an industry leader and innovator for more than 100 years. One of Fox River’s patented designs is the Wick-Dry® Health Systemä which helps keep feet dry and comfortable, no matter what the temperature. This system combines an inner layer of moisture-repelling (hydrophobic) yarn, such as DuPont CoolMax®, with an outer layer of moisture-attracting (hydrophilic) yarn to wick moisture away. Fox River’s Wick-Dry® Health Systemä prevents clamminess by resisting the build-up of dampness within the microclimate of the sock. By keeping the foot dry, this unique system maximizes comfort while minimizing friction, creating an environment that promotes healthier feet. Fox River continues to lead the sport-specific sock industry in technical advancements. As a testament to its products, the company has won the Backpacker Editors’ Choice Award two years in a row. www.foxsox.com To learn more, check out www.foxsox.com 
Izze Beverage Company
For more information, check out izze.com 
Jenny Q's Herbals
For more information, check out www.jennyqsherbals.com 
Nike ACGOutfitter of the Grand Teton Climb for Life Team For more information, check out www.nike.com/acg 
PatagoniaClothing Sponsor of SLC and Las Vegas Climbs For more information, check out Patagonia.com 
PowerBarYoga and Relaxation Room Sponsor For more information, check out www.powerbar.com 
REI
In 1938, mountain climbers Lloyd and Mary Anderson joined with 23 fellow Northwest climbers to found Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI). The group formed a consumer cooperative to supply themselves with high-quality ice axes and other climbing gear. During the past six decades, REI has grown into a renowned supplier of specialty outdoor gear, currently serving more than 2 million active members through 66 retail stores in the U.S. and by direct sales via the Internet, telephone and mail. While non-members are welcome to shop at REI, only members enjoy special benefits and offers including an annual patronage refund based on their purchases. For more information check out www.rei.com. 
TimberlandGoodie Bag Sponsor Our story began in 1918, in a small Boston, Massachusetts shoe company where Timberland founder, Nathan Swartz, began his bootmaking career as an apprentice stitcher. With his own hands, he cut leather, stitched seams, attached soles and learned how to craft fine leather boots. In 1952, he bought half an interest in The Abington Shoe Company. Three years later, he bought the remaining interest and welcomed his sons into the company. Together, they made shoes for leading manufacturers for nearly 10 years. In the '60s, waterproof leather boots as we know them didn't really exist. The Swartz family helped change all that by introducing injection-molding technology to the footwear industry. This technology fused soles to leather uppers without stitching, producing one of the first truly waterproof boots. In 1973, the Timberland name was born. "Timberland" started as the brand name for our original waterproof leather boot. Then, because the boot was so popular, the company name was officially changed to The Timberland Company. In 1978 and 1979, Timberland added casual and boat shoes to its line to become more than just a boot company. In the 1980s, the company expanded into an international lifestyle brand. Sidney Swartz took the reigns and under his leadership Timberland was launched in Italy, our first entry into the international market (today we're represented all over the world). Then we introduced Timberland® clothing and women's footwear. In 1989, Timberland became a founding sponsor of City Year, the Boston-based "urban Peace Corps" that brings together young people from diverse backgrounds for a year of full-time community service. Today our relationship with City Year is more powerful than ever. During the '90s, bold ideas like the Path of Service program began. It gives Timberland employees 40 hours of paid time-off to serve in their communities. We also came up with more great products and introduced them to the world - watches, socks, backpacks, kids' footwear and other gear. In 1998, we launched the Timberland PRO series of "Workboots for the Professional ." And, Jeffrey Swartz, stepped up to grow the company his grandfather started and the brand his father built, by turning Timberland into a twenty-first century example for socially responsible corporations around the world. For more information, check out Timberland.com | |||
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