Survival School: How to Downclimb

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When your feet are firmly planted on a trail, learning climbing skills may seem like a waste of effort. But when a wrong turn strands you halfway up a steep slope, knowing how to move on rock could save you a lot of grief. Learn how with the Backpacker staff.