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We doff our hats 🎩 to Will Gadd and the Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association of Canada for working tirelessly and tenaciously with Parks Canada to get this prohibition lifted. All the details in this new article by @carterblatz.bsky.social writing for the @calgaryherald.com‬. | 🛩️ 🪽 📍 🇨🇦 🥇
Banff opens to paragliding takeoffs and landings following 17-year push
While paragliders were always allowed to soar above Banff National Park, they couldn’t launch or land within it until May 23.
calgaryherald.com
August 18, 2025 at 3:29 PM
"Confusing deliberate hazard with accomplishment or commitment is the same as celebrating hanging one-handed from a crane without a rope or playing Russian Roulette. Neither “accomplishment” generally requires a great deal of competence.."
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Scrambling and Soloing to Death – Will Gadd – Athlete, Speaker, Guide
willgadd.com
February 4, 2025 at 5:04 PM
OK, videos have to be shorter than 60 seconds and under 50mb. Try again :).
February 3, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Hello Blue Sky people! Fun sports action from last week, hope you enjoy!

I love real mixed climbing--super thin ice, rock moves, and yeah, dodging loose rock! Evan Thomas Creek, Canada.
February 3, 2025 at 7:32 PM