Sarah Hueniken Explained

Sarah Hueniken is a Canadian Alpine Guide and professional ice climber.^[1]

In 2015, Hueniken became the first North American woman to climb an M14-rated mixed climbing route, with her ascent of Mustaing P-51 (M14-).^{[2] [3]}

In January 2015, Hueniken also became the second person to scale the ice-covered rock wall next to the Horseshoe Falls at Niagara Falls. She followed her partner, Canadian climber Will Gadd.^{[4] [5]} Their ascent took place on Goat Island, located on the American side of the falls.

See also

• Ines Papert, leading female ice climber

Notes and References

1. Web site: Words with Sarah Hueniken on Bugaboo Alpine Camp . Gripped Magazine . July 14, 2016.
2. Web site: Sarah Hueniken First North American Woman to Send M14. . December 9, 2015.
3. News: Why You Should Know the Women of Mixed Climbing. Hansman. Heather. March 9, 2016. Outside. 24 October 2017.
4. Web site: Will Gadd and Sarah Hueniken Climb the Niagara Falls . PlanetMountain . January 30, 2015 .
5. News: Daredevil duo is the first to scale Niagara Falls. Chong. Samantha. 3 February 2015. BBC Online. 24 October 2017.