Rock and Ice Climbing Photography Blog

Alex Ratson is a globally published Editorial and Commercial Photographer specializing in Adventure Sports and Travel photography. With over two decades of experience as a Rock and Ice climber, Alex is right at home in the mountains

In addition to this Alex also manages a large account on Instagram where he supports marketing campaigns through Influencer marketing

Summer Ice

There is something special about confronting the juxtaposition of swinging ice tools on a late summers day.

Despite the amazing weather and warm temperatures that scream anything but FROZEN ICE it is hard to sway the stubbornness that plages Ryan Larkin and his addictions of swing ice tools regardless of whats the seasonal social norm.

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Polar Circus Avalanche

Today, January 28th, 2017 was a clear, sunny day making for amazing views. Sadly there was a strong Chinook like wind blowing through the parkway both warming things up and heavily loading the slopes above many of these world class routes. "Maybe next time" was a common dialog as we'd discuss these routes before us.

With the weather on our minds it was a surprise to see a car parked at the base of Polar Circus, the crown jewel of the Parkway.

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