This is a tag team trip on Dave’s whitewater trip. The plan is to climb at Kaymoor because we will probably get a little bit of rain. The departure date is slightly flexible and will either be Friday afternoon or Saturday morning, but I’ll let you know in due time. I believe Lindsey Shall will be leading a beginning trip …
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Spring Break at the Red
Howdy y’all, There’s no way we can let a full week off go by without heading down to the Red for sport climbing at its best. The Red River gorge is a world class sport climbing destination in Slade, Kentucky with some of the best sandstone and iron oxide rock in the south. Check out the routes here: http://www.redriverclimbing.com/RRCGuide/. Most …
Stone Fort- Triple Crown Part Ii- Extended Climbing Weekend!
Long story short: Drive out friday Oct 7, Bouldering Comp saturday, climb sunday (sport climbing obed and/or return to stone fort for more, discussion below), leave monday morning to return. Lots of info below… email me if you have questions or concerns. Details are being coordinated, but I wanted to get this info out asap. For those of you who …
Climbing at the New!
Hey Climbers! Who wants to climb at the New!?! And possibly stop by the festivities at Gauley Fest Saturday night? Here’s the plan: We’ll be leaving Friday afternoon, grabbing dinner somewhere on the way, setting up camp, climbing all day Saturday, stopping over at the Gauley Fest, climbing Sunday then heading home. Trip Requirements: Know how to tie in, lead …
Intermediate Climbing at Franklin!
Hey guys several of you were talking to me about a possible trip to franklin this sunday, so here goes. This will be a beginner/intermediate climbing trip and you must be able to top rope 10s and be very comfortable on 9s. I will be willing to teach some lead climbing technique etc., but this will not be for pure …
Sendtember Is Here at the Nrg
Heading to the NRG. I just bought a Eurovan camper and would like to head out to Summersville before they drain it. Rats hole is hard but the rope swing is amazing. Probably climb some other moderates though at Summersville proper or wherever else seems good depending on weather. You can expect a dance party at Rays if we roll …
Hey Hey the Weather’s Cooling Off Let’s Go Climb the New!
Hey Climbers! It’s time to get out and go to the New. The fall season is starting. It’s only going to be 80F with a 40% chance of rain – not too shabby for the NRG. Here’s the plan: We meet up at 5:30 at Echols, stop half way at our favorite Mexican joint, sleep at Ray’s and party with …
Why Be Hot in Va When You Can Be Hot Climbing at the Red!!
“The Red River Gorge in eastern Kentucky is one of the best rock-climbing areas in the world. Its solid well-featured sandstone makes for steep, spectacular climbing, with an almost equal mix of sport and traditionally protected pitches.” The Red River Gorge is an internationally popular destination for climbers. CLIMBS: The Red is set up a little differently than the New; …
Beginner Climbing + Learning Skills at the New
This trip is open for 5.8 and higher climbers. Saturday: 40% chance of rain so we will either be at Rico Suave (5.7, 5.10, 5.11) or Summersville Lake. If the group is more advanced, we will head to Toxic Hueco (5.11), Summersville (5.10), or Upper Meadow (5.10+). I will go over how to clean anchors and lead climb/belay (more advanced …
Independence Weekend Rock Climbing at the New River Gorge!
Freedom! America! Rock climbing! Swimming! The time has come to yet again light a few candles on America’s birthday cake and sing a joyous song for the Land of Freedom. And what better place to do it than West By God Virginia?!!?! New River Gorge has over 3000 sport and trad climbing routes. We will choose crags based on group …
Thursday Peak
Peak Experiences is an indoor climbing gym an hour away in Richmond with climbing and bouldering of various levels. http://www.peakexperiences.com/ Peak closes at 10:00pm during the summer, so we will depart from Echols at 5:00, climb at Peak till 10:00 closing, then head home (optional stop at Sheetz before heading home). You provide: climbing shoes, harness, ATC, chalk, gym entrance …
Intermediate-Advanced Climbing at New River Gorge
Looks like we will finally have a good weather this weekend. New River Gorge has 1500+ sport and 1500+ trad climbing routes. I will choose the crags based on the group composition and the weather. Minimal instructions will be given on this trip but you can review the skills that you already know. Trip Requirements: Know how to tie in, …
Intermediate-Advanced Climbing at New River Gorge
***CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER*** Who wants to go climbing outside this weekend? New River Gorge has 1500+ sport and 1500+ trad climbing routes. I will choose the crags based on the group composition and the weather. Minimal instructions will be given on this trip but you can review the skills that you already know. Trip Requirements: Know how to tie …
Outdoor Climbing at the New River Gorge
Summer is finally here! Join me on a weekend climbing trip to the New. Weather forecast looks great and we might go swimming out on the lake after climbing. I will decide where exactly we will be climbing after Mother Nature makes up her finicky mind. This trip will most likely be 5.9 and up beginner friendly. Minimal instructions will …
Extend the Post Exam Euphoria…..Go Climbing at the New for the Day
CLIMBS: Area 51 at the New is steep and has a few 5.9s and 5.10s but is mostly 5.11 and up MINIMUM TRIP REQUIREMENTS: -Ability to tie in and lead belay -Climb 5.9 cleanly on lead -Ask me if you are unsure DEPARTURE/ARRIVAL: -5/15 (Saturday) at 7:30AM The drive is approximately 3 hours each way. We are climbing till dark… …
Int/Adv Climbing Weekend at the New.
It’s getting to be that time again…time for a trip to the New River Gorge to do some cliff scaling! They’re calling for scattered showers, but that hasn’t stopped us before. Temps should be stellar (around 70F) and there is a high probability of having a blast if you go on this trip. I realize that UVA undergrads have exams …
Intermed/Advanced Rock Climbing at the New River Gorge
The weather is looking decent this weekend (high 70s both days and moderate chance of rain) – come out to the New to play and climb! Since the chance of rain is about 40% we may be climbing in areas protected from the rain – easiest climbs are 5.9-5.10. In order to go on this trip you must be able …
Beginner-Intermediate Climbing at the New
I know many of you have been waiting for a beginner climbing trip outdoors. Here’s your chance. Saturday will be rainy so we will go to a rainy crag (Rico Suave). The weather on Sunday should be beautiful and we will hit up a beginner crag. Saturday will be 5.10 and up. Sunday will be 5.6/5.7 and up. You might …
Come Celebrate Spring……by Climbing on Steep Stone.
******CHANGE IN MEETING PLACE***** If you wish to leave a car at harris teeter to avoid parking on campus I will be picking you up at 7:45 at harris teeter…. ******************************* CLIMBS: Area 51 at the New is steep and has a few 5.9s and 5.10s but is mostly 5.11 and up MINIMUM TRIP REQUIREMENTS: -Ability to tie in and …
Awesome Wilderness Survival Speaker!
Hey guys! A friend of mine told me about an event coming up that I think a lot of people might be interested in – it’s a talk on wilderness survival tips & myths, given by an expert in the field who is being flown in from Washington State. Read on if you’re interested! (No need to RSVP/sign up for …
Day Trip to Area 51
CLIMBS: Area 51 at the New is steep and has a few 5.9s and 5.10s but is mostly 5.11 and up MINIMUM TRIP REQUIREMENTS: -Ability to tie in and lead belay -Climb 5.9 cleanly on lead -Ask me if you are unsure DEPARTURE/ARRIVAL: -4/1 (Fri) at 8AM The drive is approximately 3 hours each way. We are climbing till dark… …
Help Me Locate the Easter Bunny….at the Red River Gorge Kentucky
*****change in pick up location****** If you wish to leave a car at harris teeter to avoid parking on campus I will be picking you up at 8:15 there…. ********************* “The Red River Gorge in eastern Kentucky is one of the best rock-climbing areas in the world. Its solid well-featured sandstone makes for steep, spectacular climbing, with an almost equal …
Climbing Weekend at the New
The weather is looking decent this weekend (50s both days and moderate chance to rain) – come out to the New to play and climb! Since the chance of rain is about 40% we may be climbing in areas protected from the rain – easiest climbs are 5.9-5.10. In order to go on this trip you must be able to …
Intermediate Day Trip to Area 51
CLIMBS: Area 51 at the New is steep and has a few 5.9s and 5.10s but is mostly 5.11 and up MINIMUM TRIP REQUIREMENTS: -Ability to tie in and lead belay -Climb 5.9 cleanly on lead -Ask me if you are unsure DEPARTURE/ARRIVAL: -3/18 (Fri) at 8AM The drive is approximately 3 hours each way. We are climbing till dark… …
Steep Stone at the New River Requires Climbers
CLIMBS: Area 51 at the New is steep and has a few 5.9s and 5.10s but is mostly 5.11 and up MINIMUM TRIP REQUIREMENTS: -Ability to tie in and lead belay -Climb 5.11 cleanly on lead -Ask me if you are unsure DEPARTURE/ARRIVAL: -3/13 (Sun) at 8AM The drive is approximately 3 hours each way. We are climbing till dark… …
Spring Break at the Red River Gorge
“The Red River Gorge in eastern Kentucky is one of the best rock-climbing areas in the world. Its solid well-featured sandstone makes for steep, spectacular climbing, with an almost equal mix of sport and traditionally protected pitches.” The Red River Gorge trip (springbreak edition) is back! This is internationally popular destination for climbers. CLIMBS: The Red is set up a …
Int./Adv. Climbing at the Red River Gorge
It’s Thanksgiving break! I for one am thankful for steep sandstone and a beautiful forecast next week. So join me for a 4-day climbing trip to one of North America’s premier climbing destinations, the Red River Gorge The current plan is for two cars to leave town on Friday (11/19), at 1pm and 8pm. We will be returning to Charlottesville …
Intermediate-Advanced Climbing at the New
Looks like we will be able to squeeze in another great weekend of climbing at the New. The weather is supposed to be around 60 deg F high for Fri-Sun. I am thinking Whipporwill, the Lake (Pirate’s Cove), and Endless but they are subject to change. We will leave Thursday at 8pm and drive 3.5 hrs to WV. There will …
Climb at the New!
Welcome to another weekend of gorgeous fall weather! We’ll leave Sat morning from Charlottesville, climb the rest of the day, cook out that night, climb Sunday and return home for Halloween festivities. We’ll likely go to two different crags, and most likely hit up Summersville Lake one day. Expect climbs from 5.9 – 5.13 on sport. You should be comfortable …
Beginner Climbing at Franklin
Let’s spend a sunny day climbing at Franklin! I actually changed my mind from Peak last minute because the weather is looking so great. Trip Requirement: Able to tie in and belay. Able to top rope 5.8. If you need any climbing gear, please check them out yourself at the regularly scheduled gear room or by arranging a time with …
Intermediate-Advanced Climbing at Obed, Tn
The Obed is located near Knoxville, TN, and is a major climbing area created by the eroding effects of a river on Cumberland Plateau sandstone. If that sounds familiar, it is because this is also how the New River Gorge and Red River Gorge were formed, and the Obed is of similarly high quality. Expect sloper, jugs, and massive roofs …
Sunday at Franklin Crag
Not headed off on a fall break adventure? Come climbing for a day at Franklin Crag in WV. It’s only about 2hrs away, with plenty of variety in the 5.8 – 5.12 range for sport climbs. If you’d like to practice your lead climbing skills or learn how to lead, this is a good trip to do it. There are …
The New! Half a Weekend of Climbing
The weather is supposed to let up, promise, and then it’s supposed to be gorgeous cool 60F weather at my favorite climbing place in the east, the New River Gorge. I can only take one day away from town, so for all of you who’ve got too much work to spend a whole weekend away, this trip is for you! …
Fall Break Climbing at the Red River Gorge!
“The Red River Gorge in eastern Kentucky is one of the best rock-climbing areas in the world. Its solid well-featured sandstone makes for steep, spectacular climbing, with an almost equal mix of sport and traditionally protected pitches.” The Red River Gorge is a world-class climbing destination, and we are lucky enough to live close enough to make a long weekend …
Beginner Climbing at Franklin
New weekend trip got rainned out but Franklin is supposed to be sunny tomorrow. So I am putting up a last minute beginner trip to Franklin. Trip Requirements: Know how to tie in and belay a top rope. Able to climb 5.8 solid on top rope. You must have your own or club shoes and harness. Minimal teaching will happen …
Intermediate Climbing at the New
***TRIP CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER*** _________________________________________________ The weather is supposed to be beautiful this weekend so let’s go climbing! Crags will be decided based on the group composition, but most likely Summersville Lake and Kaymoor. We meet at Echols @ 8am Sat morning and drive 3.5 hours to WV and climb rest of the day. Lunch will be provided and …
Intermediate-Advanced Climbing at the New
This weekend is supposed to be sunny and low 70s at the New. This means we are going climbing! Crags will be decided later based on the group. We leave early Sat morning and drive 3.5 hrs to WV. Quick stop at a gas station for restroom/gas/picking up lunch. We climb all day Sat and show off what we’ve climbed …
Beginner-Intermediate Climbing at the Nrg
Come out and celebrate the end of first week of school climbing at the New River Gorge. Crags will be decided based on the group composition, but most likely Sandstonia and Summersville Lake. We drive 3.5 hrs to WV Fri night (eat dinner beforehand) and camp both nights at Ray’s with hot showers. We will make both breakfasts and dinner …
Learn to Be a Trip Leader Workshop #3
Hoping to lead some AWESOME trips this year? Come to our trip leader workshop and learn the ropes!!! We’ll cover a variety of important points about leading trips, including: – How to plan your trips – Tips for making sure adventures run smoothly – What expenses the club will reimburse you for – Benefits of being a trip leader, including …
Learn to Be a Trip Leader Workshop #2
Hoping to lead some AWESOME trips this year? Come to our trip leader workshop and learn the ropes!!! We’ll cover a variety of important points about leading trips, including: – How to plan your trips – Tips for making sure adventures run smoothly – What expenses the club will reimburse you for – Benefits of being a trip leader, including …
Learn to Be a Trip Leader Workshop #1
Hoping to lead some AWESOME trips this year? Come to our trip leader workshop and learn the ropes!!! We’ll cover a variety of important points about leading trips, including: – How to plan your trips – Tips for making sure adventures run smoothly – What expenses the club will reimburse you for – Benefits of being a trip leader, including …
Wednesday Peak
Hey outdoors club! Me and Denise are trying to go to Peak on Wednesday and would loveee to have enough people along to get the group rate ($9/person). I can’t get into gear room so plan to bring your own gear or rent from Peak. Non-belayers will be limited but are welcome! We’ll probably NOT stay til closing because I …
Sunday Climbing at the New: the Sequel (with Fixed Start and End Times)
Just like last weekend, this is going to be a “quick and dirty” trip to the New River Gorge. We’ll head out on Saturday afternoon, crash somewhere (possibly Ray’s), and climb all day Sunday, returning Sunday night. (We will not stop for dinner on the way on Saturday – eat beforehand!) Breakfast will be hot and will consist of oatmeal …
Sunday Climbing at the New
This is going to be a “quick and dirty” trip to the New River Gorge. We’ll head out a bit late on Saturday evening, crash at Ray’s, and climb all day Sunday, returning late Sunday night. (We will not stop for dinner on the way on Saturday – eat beforehand!) I’ll get a cold breakfast together for everyone, but all …
Peak Thursday!
hey guys! Let’s go to peak! plan: meet at echols at 530, climb till 1030, sheetz, and come home. the cost is $9 and bring extra money for sheetz. If you need gear: go to gear room monday, wednesday, and there might be one right before the trip… The officers will help you out with fitting, but you need a …
Franklin Climbing
Get outside, get tan, and get a chance to practice your lead climbing. We’ll be heading out to Franklin crag in WV – about 2hrs away. Franklin has a range of sport climbs from 5.9-5.12, plus a few lower grade warm-ups. Depending on who signs up we may split into two groups – a group of 5.9/5.10 climbers and a …
Brms Discount Night #2
Hello fellow gearheads, Our discount night at Blue Ridge Mountain Sports is coming up fast! Mon April 12th from 8:15-9:15pm you’ll be part of an exclusive 20% sale to Outdoors at UVa members only. **Don’t forget: If you plan on buying gear that you’ll need to get fitted for (e.g. shoes, packs, etc.) you must go in this week prior …
Girls’ Club: Climbing for Women Only!
The numbers of awesome female climbers is on the decline, so I propose we get out there and get training! This adventure is open to FEMALES only who TR 5.9 and up. Don’t know what that means? Sign up anyway or email me and ask questions. We’ll be headed to the New River Gorge in WV for some of the …
Spring Climb
The spring weather is finally here. How about spending a gorgeous day at Franklin climbing? The Franklin Tick List (Best Routes of Franklin According To Joe, *’ed Routes Are Franklin Classics): Castaways* – 5.8 Blood, Sweat, and Chalk* – 5.9 Shipwrecked – 5.9 Bircham’s Beach* – 5.10a Mean Gene’s – 5.10a Eddie’s 10b Roof – 5.10b Decompression Sickness* – 5.10b/c …
Spring Break Climbing in Dixie
Let’s go climb in the heart of Dixie at Tennessee’s famous spots! Much of the Cumberland Plateau (home also to the Red in KY) is in Tennessee, so the area is blessed with lots and lots of yummy sandstone. The climbing should be similar and of comparable quality to the New, but warmer. This trip is tentatively planned to go …