Mountain Climbing

5. a device that measures altitude, the distance of a point above sea level
7. test designed to determine whether you will need supplemental oxygen to climb or fly.
9. a person employed to carry supplies on a mountaineering expedition.
10. a deep fissure in the earth, rock, or another surface.
13. to climb at an angle or in a zigzag course.
14. a state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty.
15. projecting support of stone or brick built against a wall.
17. very cold in temperature

1. to adapt to a new temperature, altitude, climate, environment, or situation.
2. metal plates with spikes made for climbing on rocks with snow and ice.
3. 180-degree bend in a path on a mountain.
4. coupling links with a safety closure, are used by rock climbers.
6. a way of sliding down a steep slope of snow or ice, typically on the feet with the support of an ice axe.
8. plant life of a region.
11. walking or moving unsteadily like you are about to fall.
12. store away in hiding or for future use.
16. walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions.