In 2002, Craig Demartino fell 100 feet while climbing. He broke most of the bones in his legs and parts of his back. Now, Demartino climbs with a prosthetic and is an inspirational speaker and adaptive climbing advocate. He will speak in Spokane on Oct. 26, 2018. (Cameron Maier / Courtesy)
Craig Demartino lost his right leg after a 2002 climbing accident. Since then he’s become a stronger climber although he had to overcome the physical pain of his injuries and the residual mental fear from his fall. (Courtesy)
Craig Demartino, an adaptive climber and advocate, will speak in Spokane on Oct. 26, 2018. HIs talk will mark the launch of the Inland Northwest Adaptive Climbing Initiative. The group hopes to coordinate various climbing gyms and individuals working to bring adaptive climbing to Spokane. (Courtesy)
For people with physical and mental disabilities climbing can provide an important athletic and mental outlet. Craig Demartino, who lost his leg in a climbing accident, is an adaptive climbing advocate and will be in Spokane on Oct. 26, 2018. (Mike Wilkinson / Courtesy)
Adaptive climber Craig Demartino lost his leg in a climbing accident in 2002. Now, he tours the country speaking about the power of climbing and helping train people on how to bring adaptive climbing to their gym.
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