Hello, I'm Brianna and I'm 17 and live in California, and I really want to get into mountaineering.
I know there are a ton of opportunities here in California, but I live at least 4 hours away from any mountains and have nobody to do anything with me who shares my passion. Also, I'm starting college at UC Davis this fall, and so pretty much all of my money now and for the next year has to go to my education, and all guided trips I've looked for are unfortunately out of my financial capabilities, except for a couple little beginner one-day training sessions I've signed up for. I won't even have a car after this summer...
How can I pursue my dream and start climbing with a very limited budget? Is my best bet to try to make friends with experienced climbers and rent/borrow equipment and go with them?
I don't know, any advice is really appreciated! And if anybody is going on some climbs here and is willing to take along a girl with little experience but a lot of enthusiasm, feel free to contact me