by Conrad Anker

Garlic, a spicy cousin to the onion, offers a reliable source of B vitamins, enzymes and minerals, a strong aromatic presence and the purported ability to ward off vampires. As an ingredient in many of the world’s great cuisines coupled with its preventative and curative health benefits, garlic enjoys a prominent place in America’s kitchen. Gilroy, California, with an ideal climate and high quality processing facilities, has championed itself to be the Garlic Capital of the World. The city of 48,000 has staked its identity on what nature and the environment they live in has provided them.

Every year, the Gilroy Garlic Festival is held  during the last weekend of July. The people of Gilroy celebrate their community, build their local brand recognition, and welcome visitors who identify with garlic. While not all of the citizens of Gilroy are in the garlic business, it is a large local employer and creates a significant economic multiplier. The degree of team spirit generated by being...

Elite mountaineer, Conrad Anker, demonstrates how it is done on Hyalite, an ice climbing route in Montana. The video was provided courtesy of Black Diamond Equipment.

VIDEO PROFILE: BD athlete Conrad Anker ice climbing in Hyalite Canyon, Montana from Black Diamond Equipment on Vimeo.

Impressive!