Accident Reports & Lessons Learned
Every climbing accident leaves behind questions, assumptions, and stories that often change as they are retold. These reports document the events to separate facts from speculation and share the lessons learned.
Every climbing accident leaves behind questions, assumptions, and stories that often change as they are retold. These reports document the events to separate facts from speculation and share the lessons learned.
Pha Thong ຜາທອງ is one of the most striking limestone formations in northern Laos. From a distance, it looks as if a giant knife blade has been driven straight through the valley floor.
Today, Vietnam's Phong Nha–Kẻ Bàng National Park is one of Southeast Asia's most famous adventure destinations. Just across the border in Laos lies Hin Nam No National Park
At first glance, the Copperhead Racer looks like a snake you would rather avoid. Its copper-colored head, impressive size, and lightning-fast movements often lead people to assume it is venomous.
Turning the Thakhek loop into a Thakhek"Climbing"Loop. Bouldering at SongSa waterfall in spring 2026
The Banded Krait (Bungarus fasciatus) is a highly venomous snake recognized by its striking black and yellow bands.
The Tokay Gecko is one of Southeast Asia's largest geckos and a familiar nighttime resident around the camp. Famous for its loud "to-kay" call, often heard long before it is seen.
Laughter echoes through the valley. Someone is cheering. Someone is giving advice. Someone is hanging on the rope, laughing too hard to continue climbing
The aftermath of Camp 2 burning down, and the unexpected support from guests, staff, volunteers, and friends that helped keep Green Climbers Home alive.