We are finally doing a Seneca day trip. 2.5 hr drive with scary sketchy trad waiting for us at the end of it. And no, it’s not the new river gorge but I suppose I need to get some trad in before Moab. Idk how I could possibly sell this any better. get stoked. The plan: We leave Sunday at …
Ski bums, dirtbag climbers, river rats, and trail blazers: this is what you’ve been waiting for all semester. Behold, the most EPIC, only ONCE-in-a-trip-around-the-sun GNAR JOURNEY. We’re awakening from our East Coast slumber, overstuffing cars with loose bagels, and migrating to the ultimate desert mecca: MOAB, UTAH. It’s time to venture into bottomless canyons, conquer slickrock playgrounds, and become one …
More people need trad climbing in their life. Join this trip to learn the basics to trad climbing, learn to trust the gear, and get your first trad lead in. Anyone who feels comfortable sport climbing and belaying are welcome. No prior trad experience necessary. Ben has his Single Pitch Instructor certification and I am just super stoked on trad …
hello I want to go to buzzard rocks. you also want to go to buzzard rocks. you want to sign up for this trip. this is an intermediate climbing trip! buzzard rocks is mostly sport, so you should be comfortable lead climbing and belaying at a minimum, and ideally you should know how to clean routes as well. There are …
HEY so the weather is finally good enough to climb in VA. This will be a little introduction to trad climbing, we will go to Love Gap and I will teach you about the gear, people can follow my trad placements, (you will be on top rope taking OUT trad pieces, this is really good practice to see what good …
**If you’re interested in anchors but need more of a beginner-oriented workshop, feel free to reach out to me! If there’s interest I can happily do one/some in the future (: Hello hello This trip is meant for those with climbing/caving/canyoneering experience who are interested in workshopping more advanced anchor systems. Abby & I are happy to refresh the basic …
Shredders, senders, and aspiring desert sand frolickers, welcome to the last week of fall classes. Your reward: the glorious emergence of the most LEGENDARY, only ONCE an earth revolution, GNAR JOURNEY. We begin preparing now to rise from east coast hibernation and mass migrate to the land of canyons, red rocks, ultimate gritty-ness and cryptobiotic crust: MOAB, UTAH. Approximately 44 …
There’s this fun little hike called Hidden Rocks that just so happens to also have a bunch of climbing. It used to be just trad and top rope, but a Harrisonburg local made it his Covid project to put up some sport routes. We’ll be heading to that farthest section for some pretty great routes that can be top roped …
Rope soloing is a wonderful sub-discipline in the climbing world that allows one to climb on a rope alone. There are many ways to rope solo (some safer than others, some smoother than others), but the two broad categories are top rope soloing and lead rope soloing. On this trip, we’ll head up to Great Falls and start by learning …
The weather is getting cooler, the leaves are getting redder, and the air is getting crisper. Let’s soak up the fall season while climbing Seneca. The plan is to summit Seneca’s South Peak from Gunsight. This is at least two pitches of Seneca-level 5.4 climbing. Note that Seneca is known for climbs that are significantly harder than their number grade …
It has been SO long since I’ve been to Seneca, and I’m itching to get back to those super stiff grades and high exposure adventure routes. With the recent boom in trad climbing the club (boom is relatively speaking, of course), I thought this would be the perfect excursion for a small squad of up-and-coming trad climbers. The plan is …
Hello my climbing enthusiasts and skeptics, As we get into the semester and some yummy climbing season (which is ALL YEAR), I’m hoping to start us out by leading a little workshop/presentation that will help give new club members & climbers some basic foundational knowledge of what types of climbing ODC offers. I remember being very confused and intimidated upon …
Homoclimbtastic is exactly what it sounds like. Very homo. Very climbtastic. Queer climbers from all over will congregate at the New River Gorge for an extended weekend full of climbing. The event runs Thursday through Sunday, but we will drive down Friday and stay until either Sunday or Monday. Note that you must register for Homoclimbtastic separately (registration is free). …
Good day, my beloved outdoorspeople. As the end of the school year draws nigh, so does the spring climbing season. Let’s go out with great fanfare through a mega trip to the Red River Gorge. The Red is a premier sport climbing (lead climbing on bolts) destination located in eastern Kentucky with a lifetime of climbing on gorgeous sandstone cliffs. …
Who: Joseph & Abby What: Climbing (Trad) Where: Wintergreen When: Friday (04/21) 11:30am Why: Touch rock Howdy y’all, Once again time for some more fun Friday climbing, and there’s some sweet trad climbing out at wintergreen. I was there for the first time not too long ago and it was a pretty cool area with some nice climbs. This is …
Who: Joseph (the climbing advisor one) What: Climbing (Sport & Trad) Where: New River Gorge When: Friday (04/21) 05:00pm To Sunday (04/23) 07:00pm (Flexible) Why: Touch rock Howdy y’all, I haven’t been to the New in some time and I’m craving a good climbing weekend. The plan is to leave Friday afternoon and get to the campsite (American Alpine Club …
Who: Joseph What: Climbing (Trad) Where: Wintergreen When: Friday (04/14) 9:00am Why: Touch rock Howdy y’all, Time for some more fun Friday climbing, and this time it’s some sweet trad climbing out at wintergreen. I was there for the first time not too long ago and it was a pretty cool area with some nice climbs. While this is a …
Who: Joseph & Abby What: Climbing (Trad) Where: Wintergreen When: Friday (04/07) 11:30am Why: Touch rock Howdy y’all, Time for some more fun Friday climbing, and this time it’s some sweet trad climbing out at wintergreen. I was there for the first time not too long ago and it was a pretty cool area with some nice climbs. While this …
This is an introductory trad climbing trip at a sweet local spot off of the Blue Ridge Parkway. There are several easier lines that generally protect pretty well. Mountain Project: https://www.mountainproject.com/area/109174273/main-crag I will be taking 2-3 budding trad climbers out for an afternoon getting comfy with whatever they need to: ground placements, following, clean aided routes, multi-pitch, and perhaps leading …
Who: Why even am I? What: Climbing (Intro to multi-pitch and following trad) Where: Love gap When: Tuesday (3/21) 11:30 am – 5:30 pm or earlier Why: Touch rock Howdy y’all, Have you been wanting to try multi-pitch or following trad??? Well, do I have the trip for you. This won’t be a hardcore climbing trip, but a chill day …
Okay, so a lot of folks are clearly ready to start breaking into the wonderful world that is trad climbing. I’ll be leading a few trad climbing trips (including some intro/baby’s first trad trips) in the coming weeks. If you’re interested in attending one of those trips and have not already had a robust primer, please try to attend this …
Who: When even am I? What: (Sport) Climbing Where: Pisgah NF When: Saturday (3/25) All day Why: Touch rock Howdy y’all, Waitlist Notes: Once you sign up for this trip, go sign up for the main trip, you have to be on both waitlists. Logistics Notes: Since this is a multi-day trip down to Pisgah, you’ll need something to do …
Who: Where even am I? What: (Trad) Climbing Where: Pisgah NF When: Friday (3/24) All day Why: Touch rock Howdy y’all, Waitlist Notes: Once you sign up for this trip, go sign up for the main trip, you have to be on both waitlists. Logistics Notes: Since this is a multi-day trip down to Pisgah, you’ll need something to do …
Howdy y’all. If you haven’t heard of it before, Pisgah National Forest in North Carolina is a pretty sick place! It’s got all the mountain biking, whitewater kayaking, climbing, and hiking your heart could ever desire (and I’m sure some other outdoorsy awesomeness too)! So come with us on a magical journey to this dope area only 6 hours away! …
MOAB, UTAH 2023 We’ve got an extra special gift for all of you this last day of class: without a doubt the most legendary adventure of the year. ALL ABOARD THE GNAR TRAIN May we all blossom from this fake wintry East Coast of ours and emerge as sun children in the soft red sands of the Utah desert. There …
Love Gap has several easy trad lines, so we’ll head over to get a few climbs in. Anyone looking to lead should have previous trad experience. Experienced sport climbers may also sign up to follow some routes. We’ll leave grounds at 11, climb from noon until dark, and be back around 6 in time for lighting of the lawn. Bring: …
Raven’s Roost is a neat little spot a few miles down the Blue Ridge Parkway. It has a good smattering of easier climbs ranging from 5.4 to 5.9. We will plan to climb on top rope, although if anyone wants to come do some trad, we can make that work too (just let me know in the comments). I’ll give …
Time to bust out the good ole trad racks and get some gear placement practice in. We will be heading up to Romeo’s Ladder in Great Falls, setting up some top ropes, and practicing pro placement while climbing some nice, gentle 5.5 to 5.8 grades. This trip is intended for those who are either: 1. Competent sport climbers looking to …
So you’ve been thinking of getting into trad climbing, but the thought of not having juicy, bomber bolts to rely on scares the sh*t out of you? Good! lol jk jk. Instead of fearing the unknown, come learn the textbook basics of trad protection. In this virtual workshop, we will take a look at: – stopper placement – cam placement …
Calling All Hominini! I’m here to impart wisdom in the same manner my ancestors did for me. If you don’t already know, climbing stuff is fun, and you should try it! Climbing trees is especially fun, and this one is no exception! It’s a beautiful specimen of a Deodar Cedar, and we’re going all the way to the top! WARNING: …
Late summer and fall are easily the best seasons to hit the crags and soak up a few more climbing days before the frost settles in. I cannot begin to explain my excitement about the crisp West Virginia rock-filled days and nights that are sure to come. That being said, a successful weekend among the rocks includes safe gear and …
Advanced climbing trip to Seneca Rocks, WV. I can take all the leads or we can swap leads depending on who comes. You MUST be a competent lead belayer and be ready to spend 8 hours on the wall. Seneca often turns into very long days so be prepared. The nature of this trip means I’ll probably only let climbers …
MOAB, UTAH 2020 CHOO CHOO ALL ABOARD THE GNAR TRAIN There is but one ODC trip worthy of such a claim, and it is our annual pilgrimage the arid paradise of MOAB, UTAH. Approximately 40 of us will drive out to Moab for spring break to spend the week(ish) camping on the banks of the Colorado River and hiking, backpacking, …
All my NRGE bbies, **PLEASE REFER TO THE NRGE CLUB EMAIL (SENT OUT 10/4/19) AND READ THIS ENTIRE DESCRIPTION. THEN, FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS** This is NOT an actual NRGE adventure. This is the CARPOOL for NRGE. This is how the officers will keep track of drivers and attendees. So make our lives easier and follow instructions, por favor. ♣ You …
Hi fellow adventurers! A co-founder of this glorious club is offering Disaster + Travel + Wilderness First Aid certification courses four times this spring in Cville. Hands-on learn how to save your compadre’s life and limbs, be y’all out adventuring in the wilderness, caught in a wrong-place wrong-time disaster, traveling remotely, driving through a rural area with no cellphone service …
Hey, you. Yeah, you. You want to go climbing outside, and I know how to make that happen. This trip is perfect for you no matter where you are on your climbing journey because it’s a trip to the Peak Experiences Climb Right workshop, where you’ll be able to get instruction no matter your experience level! Here’s the deal: Who: …
[This is *not* an overnight course — it runs two days and ends at 6:30 or 7pm each day.] Learn how to save life and limb in an > urban disaster (natural or terrorist) > rural area (not near a hospital) > travel anywhere > wilderness area Outdoors at UVAers $25 DISCOUNT (for the dates of this adventure) off the …
>> “Best CPR/AED class so far. Resuscipalooza made it fun! Love the scenarios!” – anonymous feedback >> “The most action-packed three hour CPR class I’ve been to. You made it concise and FUN!” – anonymous feedback >> “Hooray! No video!” – anonymous feedback ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Learn the lifesaving skills of CPR, AED, and relieving choking (adult / …
Happy Spring! Time to get yo butts outside Please read this trip description in its entirety. This is only a carpool, and you must sign up for side trip(s) as they are posted in order to join the carpool. WHAT: A NRGE style spring mega trip full of hiking, mountain biking, climbing, paddling, and other shenanigans! Attendees send it/shred “the …
Howdy friends, Come on down to Manchester Wall and get schooled. This trip will be open to any skill level, and based on interest I’ll assemble the group such that we can learn and climb as much as possible. If you just want a lift to the wall to get some pitches in, that’s okay too – just let me …
It’s the week after Moab. You’re either gonna be going through adventure withdraw after a week of shredding on the daily OR you’ll have severe FOMO from seeing/hearing about all the sends from the trip. Either way, you’ll want to climb, so why fight it?? Let’s climb! I’m planning to send the Sunset Walls at Old Rag, which has a …
Are you going out to Moab and not quite sure what you need? THEN BINGPOT! THIS IS FOR YOU!! This is a workshop centered around going out to Moab and making sure that you are prepared for the awesome week of sending it in ways you never thought possible. What we are going to be going over: – What a …
Even though I requested Clark 101 the Source gave me **New Cabell 323** (Trust me, I am just as upset about the distance as you are). Anyways, c’est la vie and e’re going to have a great time anyway!! ————————————– HEYO! Tired of getting stuck on waitlists? Wait no longer! The best way to get on trips is to lead …
[This is *not* an overnight course — it runs two days and ends at 6:30 or 7pm each day.] Learn how to save life and limb in an > urban disaster (natural or terrorist) > rural area (not near a hospital) > travel anywhere > wilderness area Outdoors at UVAers $25 DISCOUNT off the regular $195. That’s a total of …
>> “Best CPR/AED class so far. Resuscipalooza made it fun! Love the scenarios!” – anonymous feedback >> “The most action-packed three hour CPR class I’ve been to. You made it concise and FUN!” – anonymous feedback >> “Hooray! No video!” – anonymous feedback ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Learn the lifesaving skills of CPR, AED, and relieving choking (adult / …
Do you have the boo-hoos about being on the waitlist?? Then come learn how to lead a trip! Leading trips is one of the best ways to meet more of the awesome outdoorsy folks here in the club and getting to try new things! SooOOooOOo come and spend part of your lovely Wednesday evening with me as I teach you …
*Drivers needed – you will be reimbursed gas + 50% tip* Calling all dirtbags, This is a beginner level climbing trip! I will teach the basics of top roping and depending on your experience, sport leading/belaying. We will probably go to Manchester Wall in Richmond. I may change my mind later. Timeline – Leave Echols Saturday 2/2 8am. Start climbing …
THIS IS ABOUT TO BE THE RADDEST THING OUT THERE. There is but one ODC trip worthy of such a claim, and it is our annual pilgrimage the arid paradise of MOAB, UTAH. Approximately 40 of us will drive out to Moab for spring break to spend the week(ish) camping on the banks of the Colorado River and hiking, backpacking, …
[This is *not* an overnight course — it runs two days and ends at 6:30 or 7pm each day.] Learn how to save life and limb in an > urban disaster (natural or terrorist) > rural area (not near a hospital) > travel anywhere > wilderness area Outdoors at UVAers $25 DISCOUNT off the regular $195. That’s a total of …
>> “Best CPR/AED class so far. Resuscipalooza made it fun! Love the scenarios!” – anonymous feedback >> “The most action-packed three hour CPR class I’ve been to. You made it concise and FUN!” – anonymous feedback >> “Hooray! No video!” – anonymous feedback ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Learn the lifesaving skills of CPR, AED, and relieving choking (adult / …