Issue 2025.03

Field Kit

photo of action shot of Nick Smith rock climbing
Yosemite National Park, California At sunrise, the silhouette of a climber is photographed from the side of a cliff called Washington’s Column as they ascend a rope with Half Dome in the background.

↑ Yosemite National Park, California At sunrise, the silhouette of a climber is photographed from the side of a cliff called Washington’s Column as they ascend a rope with Half Dome in the background.

What’s in Nick Smith’s Camera Bag

Words and Images by Nick Smith

Climbing is as much about beauty as it is about adventure. The most memorable routes often follow bold, striking lines in the rock — features that naturally catch the eye.

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