Jeff Achey Returns to Climbing

Boulder, CO. – March 31, 2010 – Skram Media has announced the appointment of Jeff Achey as Editor of Climbing Magazine. Achey brings to the table an extensive background of knowledge in magazine publishing, editing and climbing. In previous years, Achey has worked as Photo Editor, Editor, and Editor-at-Large for Climbing, and launched climbing.com.

“I have deep roots with this title and feel very privileged to be reunited with Climbing,” said Achey.

“As soon as Jeff started as guest editor of Climbing’s fortieth anniversary issue, his passion for Climbing magazine was apparent for all to see. The team immediately responded to his experience and leadership, and it has been an absolute privilege to work with him,” said Skram Media founder Mark Crowther.

“I couldn’t be more delighted that we can welcome Jeff back to the Climbing family, bringing his unparalleled blend of passion for the mountains, editorial acumen, and leadership to the company,” Crowther added.

Contact information for Skram Media’s Boulder-based editorial team:
* Jeff Achey, Editor, Climbing Magazine: ja@climbing.com
* Andrew Tower, Editor, Urban Climber Magazine: andrew@urbanclimbermag.com
* Amanda Fox, Associate Editor Online: afox@skrammedia.com
* Julie Ellison, Associate Editor Equipment: jellison@skrammedia.com.com
* Dougald MacDonald, Editor Online News: dmacdonald@skrammedia.com

Justin Roth moves to Communications Manager with Petzl America.

About Climbing Magazine:
Founded in 1970, Climbing Magazine is the largest-circulation climbing  magazine in North America. Skram Media, publisher of Climbing, leads the industry by providing a portfolio of highly read multiplatform  editorial products, reaching over 330,000 readers monthly and many more  online. With the acquisition of Mountain Gazette in Fall 2008, Skram  Media provides advertisers the opportunity to reach the full spectrum of outdoor enthusiasts.