Ascents of the volcano are popular with several guided ascents reaching the top during summer. His father was a climber known for early speed ascents of now classic climbs. His climbs were also all amongst the first 20 ascents for each mountain individually. Gill's achievement initiated a wave of climbers making ascents of large boulders. Many early climbers chose this as a spot to start ascents of the Cuillin. Potter climbed many new routes and completed many solo ascents in Yosemite and Patagonia. Within free climbing, there are distinctions given to ascents&colon; on-sight, flash, and redpoint. Caldwell made the first free ascents of several El Capitan routes in Yosemite National Park. Some other "first ascents" could be recorded for particular mountains or routes. During the Second World War there was another drop in ascents of the mountain. Altogether, he ascended four eight-thousanders in winter, including three as first ascents. This is a partial list of first ascents by new routes made. A number of first ascents in the Sierra Nevada were made on Sierra Club outings. Tightrope walkers, hot-air balloon ascents, concerts and fireworks provided entertainment. Guided ascents are popular during summer months.