TRIP CANCELLED, sorry
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Trip Leader Workshop
At this workshop, we’ll talk about how to lead different types of trips, what to do about gear, how to handle trip expenses, what types of trips are allowed, and how to set trips up online. As an incentive to lead, we’ll reimburse your dues after leading four adventures. I’ve only reserved the room for an hour, so that’s the …
Slacklining on the Lawn
Come out to The Lawn this Sunday at 2pm to try your hand at slacklining. This is a great sport started by rock climbers, in principle similar to tightrope walking. Instead of a rope, 1 inch tubular webbing is used, and the rope bends and sways under your weight. Not only is it fun, but it’s a great way to …
Spring Break: Utah!!
When you get back from spring break this year, you can tell your friends that you flew halfway across the country to see some rocks. Cool. Or, maybe, you should tell them that you saw some of the world’s craziest geological formations when you visited Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks. Yeah, now that’s COOL. Rock on. We’ll spend the …
Peak — College Night
Peak Experiences is a totally rad climbing gym on the southwest side of Richmond. You should come. Anyone who needs club gear must be outside Echols BEFORE 5:00. Everyone else needs to be there BEFORE 5:30. We will leave Echols at 5:30 promptly, and anyone late will be eaten by McKinley. All levels of climbers are welcome, including those who …
Trip Leader Workshop 3!
I’ve heard from several of you that you can’t come to the Thursday workshop, so here’s another chance! We’ll learn about trip-leading from 5-6ish, and we’ll finish in plenty of time to attend the Monday Night Gathering at Newcomb. At this workshop, we’ll talk about how to lead different types of trips, what to do about gear, how to handle …
Trip Leader Workshop!
Everyone is encouraged to lead trips, and it’s easier than you think! At this workshop, we’ll talk about how to lead different types of trips, what to do about gear, how to handle trip expenses, what types of trips are allowed, and how to set trips up online. As an incentive to lead, we’ll reimburse your dues after leading four …
College Night at Peak
College Night at Peak means its half off to us lucky college kids. Got a hankering for climbing? Then I have a cure. Come out this Thursday at 5:15 to grab some gear and get some climbing. The cost is $7.00 of your hard earned cash. But you get hours of climbing in return, so its a sweet deal. I …
Workshop – Leave No Trace
If you go on day hikes, backpacking trips, outdoor climbing trips or any other trips in the wilderness then you should familiarize yourself with Leave No Trace (LNT) techniques. If you lead trips this is especially important so that you can pass on the proper etiquette for backcountry living. I will cover why LNT is important, the basic principles behind …
College Night at Peak
Its peak time! You know the drill- or you might not, in which case, this is the rundown: Thursdays are college night at peak, which means the entry fee is half off for college kids. It will be $7.00 to climb. All levels are welcome to come, but i will limit the number of people who do not know how …
3rd Annual Devil’s Marbleyard!
Become part of this fall foliage tradition! This natural jungle gym is one of my favorite hikes in Virginia. This is an awesome hike that has fun scrambling and great views. The drive to the trailhead will take 1 1/2-2 hours, and we’ll start with an easy 1.5 mile hike through the woods. From there, the mountain opens up into …
Beginner/Intermediate Climbing at Hidden Rocks
Alright everyone, I want to head out Sunday to Hidden Rocks. This is going to be a fairly small group (no more than 2 cars, prob 8 people at the most), and we will head out to Hidden Rocks. Hidden Rocks is past Harrisonburg, probably about an hour and a half away. This trip is designed for beginners who have …
Trip Leader Workshop!
Everyone is encouraged to lead trips, and it’s easier than you think! At this workshop, we’ll talk about how to lead different types of trips, what to do about gear, how to handle trip expenses, what types of trips are allowed, and how to set trips up online. As an incentive to lead, we’ll reimburse your dues after leading four …
College Night at Peak
Rock Climb at Peak Experiences in Richmond. Its college night on thursday, so the price is half off ($7.00). All are welcome, but I will limit the number of people who do not know how to belay (there is a great beginner climbing workshop this weekend for those of you who can wait). Most people will go on the waitlist …
Hike Humpback!
Come out on Sunday to enjoy the wonderful weather on a day hike at Humpback Rocks! We will drive about half an hour and park off the historic Blue Ridge Parkway; we will then hike 1-2 miles along the AT in a loop to get to Humpback rocks, scramble around and have a picnic lunch (bring your own) while enjoying …
First Peak of the New Semester!
Hey everyone. Its time to renew your membership so you can climb again at peak. Everyone should arrive at 5:30, regardless if you need to pick up gear or not. The club provides gas if you drive, and gas if you need it. You provide your mind, soul, body, and $7.50 to enter the gym. hope to see you there.
Peak Time!
its climbing time! So its the same deal. most ppl will go on the waitinglist till cars join. it should be $7.50 to climb. Club provides gear and gas if you drive. we will leave at 5:45. Try and be there at 5:30 if you need gear. If you cannot make that time, please email me with what you need …
Climbing at Peak
There is Peak this week! Meet in front of Echols at 5:15 if you need any gear (harness, shoes, chalk bag), or at 5:30 if you do not. Everyone will be waitlisted until we have enough cars. Can’t wait. Club provides: Ride Gas money Gear
Bouldering at Moorman’s
It’s summertime, lets get outside as much as possible. Come join me at Moorman’s Boulders on Thursday for some bouldering. Most of the problems at Moorman’s are 5.9 or harder, so only sign up if you enjoy working on this level of problems. If you can comfortably climb 5.8, you will have fun with at least one of the problems. …
Beginner/Intermediate Outdoor Climbing at Hidden Rocks
Let’s go climbing at Hidden Rocks! To come on this trip, you should have previous climbing experience, and enjoy working on routes 5.7 or harder. I might take 1-2 people who have climbing experience, but do not know how to belay. Sign up and I can teach you at the crag. The club provides: All gear you don’t have, gas …
Peak Time
I’m back from my bout with the plague, so its peak time!. same as always. leave at 5:30. be there are 5:00 if you need gear or arange to have someone pick up gear for you. it should be 7.50 to go.
Via Ferrata — No Experience Necessary
This trip is a good opportunity to do what professional climbers do all the time- yet without their experience. Club will provide harnesses and biners. Climbing shoes aren’t required for this. Please visit the Nelson Rocks Home Page and view the pictures and diagrams for this trip. The trip takes place at Nelson Rocks on the VA/WVA border. Nelson Rocks …
Peak-Time!
Peaktime on thurs at 5:15. come at that time if you have gear. If not, 5:00 to pick up gear. If you cannot make that time to pick up gear, email me and I will go in and get it. cost is now $7.50.
First Week of Summer Peak Trip
So schools out, but thats not a good excuse to not go climbing. Same time and place (unless people want to leave earlier- if so, msg me.). Thursday 5:30-11:30 Depart from Echols Dorm fee is 7 or 8 dollars because the rates incrased
Climbing at Peak
Let’s go climbing at Peak this Thursday. Everyone will go to the waitlist, and I will join people to the trip based on who can belay and spots in cars. I may take a couple people who do not know how to belay, so go ahead and sign up regardless. Hope to see you there. Club Provides: All gear you …
Peak this Week
Thursday is College Night (half price) at Peak Experiences No Experience Necessary–All Levels Welcome If you have all your gear, you may show up at 5:30 If you need gear, please be on time
Day Hike and Picnic at Ragged Mountain Nature Area
A quick walk around the Ragged Mountain Nature Area and a chance to have lunch outside. The walk is 3.5 miles or 6 miles depending on the trail we choose on the day. We will leave around 11am and should be back before 3.30. Bring a small daypack, water and something to eat. It may be cold or wet, so …
Climbing Thursday at Peak
Hey guys, lets go climb at Peak this Thursday. We will meet up at 5:00 SHARP (not 5:15), in front of echols. If you need gear, please arrive a little bit early so we can go ahead and start checking it out to you. If you want to be back earlier than 11:30, please do not sign up, I want …
Climbing Thursday at Peak
So Ive had a hellish week. By wednesday (tomorrow), I will have completed 3 tests, an oral presentation, a four page essay, and two labs, along with other homework. So on thursday i want to get the hell out of dodge and go climbing at peak. We’ll leave at 5:15 from Echols, and probably be back around 1130 (if you …
Climbing at Peak, Without the Dancing, But Double the Fun!
Hey guys, same deal as usual, leave at 5:15 on Thursday. We will be leaving with the other people, but split ways later. Ive limited the trip to one person, so everyone will go to waitlist at first. Thanks
Crevasse Rescue 1/Glacier Rope Up Workshop
finally a bad weather for a weekend. this is aimed to be a start point for people who dream about alpine or expeditions (I know some of you). if you have mountain climbing experience I recommend it. we talk about how the glacier rope up is for different number of teams and stuff like that. then I show you how …
Climbing at Peak Thursday Night
Hey guys: Climbing at Peak Thursday night! Cost is $5.50, club pays for gas if you drive! We will depart at 5:15 pm from Echols Dorm, please be there a few minutes early if you need gear. Also, if you want to be back earlier than what is listed on the trip, please do not sign up. I want everyone …
Climbing Thursday Night at Peak!
Hey everyone: Lets all go climbing Thursday night at Peak! I would like to leave at exactly 5:15 p.m., so please show up a few minutes early so we can check the numbers, get gear for people, etc. If you want to leave early, please dont sign up! I would like for everyone to get as much climbing time as …
Spring Break – Climbing at Red Rocks and Hiking the Canyons of Zion National Park
Join us for climbing and hiking out west over spring break! Short Itinerary: Day 1: Fly out to Las Vegas, NV from Washington D.C. Days 2-6: Climb at Red Rock Canyon Days 7-8: Hike, camp overnight at Zion Day 9: Flight from Las Vegas to DC Long Description: We’ll climb at Red Rock Canyon for the first 5 days. To …
Devil’s Marbleyard- Take Three
So, we’ve had a little difficulty getting this trip off the ground (bad weather, lack of drivers) but I’m going to try one last time! This is an EXCELLENT hike- I did it last year and can’t wait to go back! If it weren’t already cool enough, it’s name is thematic for Halloween! Devil’s Marbleyard is tucked deep into Arnold’s …
Friday Hike at Devil’s Marbleyard!
This is an EXCELLENT hike- I did it last year and can’t wait to go back! Devil’s Marbleyard is tucked deep into Arnold’s Valley. Although not very well-known, it is one of the most spectacular hikes in Virginia because it has fun scrambling and great views. The drive to the trailhead will take 1 1/2-2 hours, and we’ll start with …
Peak
Indoor climbing/bouldering at Peak Experiences in Richmond, VA. All levels welcome. Number of attendees will increase as we get more drivers.
Fall Break at Old Rag- Later Trip
So…you’re not doing anything cool for “reading” break. Now you can! The hike to Old Rag Mountain offeres SPECTACULAR views. This is one of the most popular hikes in Virginia, and it’s a club favorite! There is another club trip to Old Rag that is leaving at 8:30 am, so this is your chance to still enjoy the outdoors if …
Spelunking at Marshall’s Cave
Want to get out of the blistering heat? Why not go underground for awhile where it is a cool 60-some degrees all year long! Marshall’s cave is an excellent place for some fine spelunking. Incredible rock formations and expansive caverns wait for those that dare to enter! The plan is to leave on Friday the 29th of July and hike …
Bouldering at Moorman’s
Moorman’s boulders are great for working on your climbing skills without having to travel too far out of town. Come with me on Wednesday to do some bouldering so you can impress Rick with your skills on Thursday. No experience is necessary. This trip will be cancelled if it is raining, or if the boulders are miserably wet. Right now …
Bouldering at Moormans
No more cold and numb fingers!!!! It is forcasted to be 70 degrees this Wednsday, So come on out and do some bouldering! Although Moormans has a variety of routes, most of the climbs are fairly difficult. So, if you can’t climb anything harder than a 5.8 then you may become bored here. Nevertheless, ALL ARE WELCOME TO JOIN!! Moormans …
Outdoor Bouldering
The club provides: climbing shoes and crash pad you bring: nothing It may be cold but sunny: dress warm
Spring Break Rock Climbing
Come spend spring break climbing & camping at the New River Gorge. The New has some of the best sport climbing in the Eastern US. The basic plan is to leave early in the morning on Monday, March 7th & stay until Friday afternoon. We’ll camp everynight and climb during the days (although we could put together a hike or …
Indoor Climbing at the Peak
If you are around here let’s go and do the club first climbing trip of the year. Peak is a nice gym in Richmond with several beginner and advanced routes. if you don’t know how to belay go ahead and sign up, there should be enough certified people to belay you, if not then I may need to ask you …
Bouldering at Mormon’s
This trip is open to everybody. It is supposed to be a good weather Wed. the plan is bouldering at Mormon’s 2:30 PM until 4:30. the trip size is set to 1, but eventually 6 people go. I will let you know by noon if the random selector liked you. Club provides, climibng shoes, chalk and crash pad, you bring: …
Incredible Southeast Climbing!
Areas around Chattanooga boast tons of awesome climbing. Come see why Chattanooga was ranked in Outside Magazine’s top 10 places to live! This is where I’m from and where I learned to climb, and I’m in love with the place. There are many different places we can go (we’ll probably pick a different one each day). Sunset and Tennessee Wall …
Bouldering At Moorman’s
Climb with us at Moorman’s boulders (about 20min away) while we have this beautiful weather! This trip is for people who can comfortably climb a 5.8 because of the difficulty of most of the bouldering problems we’ll be doing club provides: crash pads, shoes and chalk bag if you need them, car ride you bring: water, shoes and chalk bag …
Bouldering At Moorman’s
We’ll be bouldering at Moorman’s, which means we’ll climb around on some rocks without any ropes but not too high off the ground. Tons of fun! BRING: water, climbing shoes and chalk bag if you have them CLUB PROVIDES: climbing shoes, chalk bag, ride in a car
Bouldering
Boudering to improve climbing strength and skills Outdoors at UVa provides: Gear & Crash Pad You must bring: Whatever
Bouldering
Bouldering to improve climbing strength and skills. Join in on the waitlist, i will send an email to all on the waitlist if there is an extra car. Outdoors at UVa provides: Gear & Crash Pad You must bring: Positive attitude