Although this in not exactly Central PA, Rob Ginieczki (Griz) and Brint Price pulled off a long awaited first ascent of “The Beast” on the Secret Cliffs II in Western Pennsylvania. This route has been a long sought gem with much top rope activity, but the boys from south eastern PA finally put this route to rest with an unrehearsed on-site lead. Check out the pics of this 200 ft. grade 5+ route! (Be advised, this is private property, see the “Ice Climbing Pennsylvania” guidebook for details.)

Looking up The Beast! Griz pulling lead. (Ray Burnsworth Photo)   Griz near the top, The Beast, Secret Cliffs II, Western PA (Ray Burnsworth Photo)   Griz on The Beast, Secret Cliffs II, Western PA. Many more lines await first ascents! (Ray Burnsworth Photo)