//TRIP CANCELED Spring is finally here and so is the climbing season! This will be a basic beginner/intro to climbing course where we will go over all the basics of rock climbing (how to tie in, how to use basic equipment, how to belay, etc.) and discuss some of the things to keep in mind while climbing outdoors. So if …
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Trip Leader Workshop 2
Want to learn how to lead trips or how to lead better trips? We will be going over all the basics of trip leading in the club, reimbursements, trip descriptions, basic logistics and info, activities, etc. Also, we will go over several common problems and go over how not to lead trips (mostly by examining all of the situations Ive …
Horror Rock Climbing, All Levels
To celebrate our previous scary climbing moments we are heading to Hidden Rock this Sun. We will return early evening. All levels are welcome (first time beginner to advanced trad climbers). Costume is mandatory. The theme is: 40 ft free fall, hit the ground and spray your brain out of your nose and ears (eyes optional) to the trees minimum …
Multi-Pitch Climbing
This is an intermediate-advanced day-trip to Seneca Rocks. To join you must know how to rappel and be solid at 5.9 outdoors. We drive Sun morning, then climb a couple multipitch routes on the Western side which will be sunny in afternoon (difficulty depends on the participants) and come back late night. Everybody will be waitlisted until more trad leaders …
Quartzite Climbing: Beginner to Advanced
This trip is for all levels of climbers, 5.6-5.12+. If you know how to belay you are welcome to join. If you never climbed quartzite, I recommend it. Interesting features…. Pilot Mt is in N-Carolina about 3 hours and half driving from Charlottesville. We climb Sat, camp Sat night and climb Sun. from rockclimbing.com: ‘The sports routes start in the …
Gauley Fest: Kayaking and Outdoors Dream Come True
The Gauley Festival (known as “the paddling world’s biggest party”) is the largest river festival in the world, and it’s coming up this weekend. Located only 3.5 hours from Charlottesville, this is really a can’t miss opportunity. The jist of the festival is kayak (or climb) during the day, hangout with other fun outdoors-oriented people during the evening, and camp …
Rock Climbing 101
Never climbed before? Want to learn? The weather is getting just right for some amazing climbing, and trips are going to be leaving left and right in the coming weeks. We will head out at 900 am from Echols Dorm (we meet at the brick wall), and go to Hidden Rocks (about an hour and a half away). I will …
Beginner/Intemediate Outdoor Climbing
There are easy/moderate routes, 5.5-5.10 ,there. The 5.# means life/pain/passion for some people. do not mind if you don’t understand yet. you will get it. Hidden rock is an hour and 15 minutes driving from here. There is a short hike (20 minutes) so bring proper shoes (sandals not a good choice). -The trip is subject to the weather and …
Sport Climbing at Franklin
Hey all – lets go climbing at Franklin. All levels are welcome (beginner to advanced), Franklin has a good mix of difficulties. We be leaving at 9:00 am sharp, if you need gear, please meet us at 830 am. I plan on leaving the crag around dusk, (730 or 8 ish). We will stay there as a group and leave …
Multi-Pitch Climbing
This is an intermediate-advanced day-trip to Seneca Rocks. To join you must know how to rappel and be solid at 5.9 outdoors. We drive Sat late morning to be there at noon, then climb a couple multipitch routes on the Eastern side which will be in the shade in afternoon (difficulty depends on the participants) and come back late night. …
New River Gorge Climbing
Come climbing this weekend at the New River Gorge. There’s a 30% chance of T-storms on Saturday, so we’ll have to see if the weather pans out. We can decide where we want to go based on what people want to do. You should be able to climb 5.9 in your sleep to come (not really). We might go to …
Thursday Night at Peak
Its Summer! Its College Night at Peak! Lets do some climbing now that finals are not in the way. The Club provides: climbing equipment and a ride to Peak You provide: all the climbing equipment that you do have, dinner/snack $, and $ to get into peak. So you all on Thursday!
New River Gorgathon
TRIP CANCELLED, sorry
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 …
Trad Anchor Workshop(Advanced)
This clinic is for climbers who have trad led or cleaned before or intend to do lead trad. the workshop is highly recommended if you have trad led multipitch routes or intend to do so. I will start with showing some more advanced knots. It could help if you look at climbing books and practice them this week. We go …
Alpine Rock Climbing
The level of this adventure is “frozen intermediate”. the weekend looks perfect for some fun. it is supposed to be uncomfortable but not too cold. we leave Sat morning, climb the west side with boots (sturdy boots). bivy at the top of seneca at the night. leave our gear up there and rappel down to the East side Sunday early …
Intro to Mountaineering in the Pacific Northwest
**Aarash is the real leader of this trip** – I’ll just be organizing some of the logistics. We’ll fly from Washington, DC to Portland, OR together and spend 5 days there (~2 days are for traveling). We’ll first camp low on a glacier to learn and practice alpine camping and climbing techniques for ~3 days. Some of the techniques will …
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 …
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 …
Multi Pitch Climbing, in Memory of Todd Skinner
We climb in Seneca this Sunday in Memory of Todd Skinner, the free climbing pioneer and author of books “Beyond the Summit” and “Modern Rock Climbing” who died Monday while descending the first ascent of a route in Yosemite. To join you must know how to rappel and be solid at 5.8 outdoors. We drive sunday early morning to Seneca, …
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 …
Multi-Pitch Day-Trip Climbing
To join you must know how to rappel and be solid at 5.9 outdoors. We drive sunday morning to Seneca, climb a couple multipitch routes ( difficulty depends on the participants) and come back late night. Trad leaders have privilage, but if interested in following, sign up. The final number of participants depends on the number of leaders who join. …
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 …
Day Trip to Seneca/Advanced Multipitch Climbing
We drive sunday morning to Seneca, climb a couple multipitch routes ( defficulty depends on the participants) and come back late night. Trad leaders have privilage, but if interested in following, sign up. The final number of participants depends on the number of leaders who join. To join you must know how to rappel. I will let you know by …
Climbing Blowout Weekend – Intermediate/Advanced
Come out to the New with us for some awesome climbing! Since it’s summertime, then T-storms are expected every afternoon – we’ll get up early and get some good climbing in before the thunder clouds roll in. Probable destinations: Bubba (for sure!), Summersville, and the Meadow. We can also climb at Bridge Buttress in the rain. You should be able …
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 …
Devil’s Marbleyard After Graduation Hike
This is one of the most prominent hikes in VA. “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. It starts with an easy 1.5 mile hike through the woods. From there, the mountain opens up into a 100 …
Intermediate Climbing at Franklin
Franklin Crag is a unique limestone formation in West Virginia. The climbs range from 5.7 to 5.12. This trip is designed for climbers who are able to climb routes that are rated at 5.8 or harder. Top-ropes will be set up for those who are unable to lead climb. After climbing we will most likely stop in Harrisonburg for dinner …
Climb at Kaymour – Intermediate/Advanced
Now that daylight savings has made the sun go down later, we can get a full day of climbing in WV in one day. We’ll try to be on the rock by noon if not earlier and then climb till dusk around 8:30. If you can climb 5.9 well, you should sign up for this trip. You do not need …
Trad Anchor Workshop(Advanced)
This clinic is for climbers who have trad led or cleaned before. the workshop is highly recommended if you have trad led multipitch routes or intend to do so. we go over different anchor systems, make practice anchors and discuss them. I will let you know by Friday morning if you are in. you may bring your climbing shoes to …
Climbing at Hidden Rocks
Tomorrow is supposed to be a great day, so let’s go climbing at Hidden Rocks! To come on this trip, you should have previous climbing experience, and know how to tie in to a harness and belay. We will be setting up topropes in the 5.7-5.9 range. Afterwards, we’ll be stopping for some food. Possibly at Cici’s – so come …
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
Advanced Rock Climbing
Heading back to the pass to establish some more routes. The weather looks a little sketchy but the rock is steep enough to where it doesn’t matter. We will be working mostly harder sport routes and mabye a trad route or two. So if you want to come wip off some steep sandstone then definantly sign up. There may be …
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 …
Intermediate/Advanced Climbing
We’ll go to Goshen Pass and do some sport and trad climbing. Everyone will be waitlisted and people will be choosen depending on previous exposure to the area as well as experience with these types of climbing. There is a short(several hundred yards) but VERY steep approach so bring appropriate shoes. Weather looks like 55 with some chance of rain. …
Trad Climbing/ Intermediate, Advanced
Saturday or Sunday I am going to climb at the Old Rag’s classic, Strawberry Fields crack. The exact day depends on the weather and I will let you know by Friday night. There is a two hours approach hike plus an hour driving to the area. A very small group will be selected according to your abilities and my current …
Climbing: Intermediate/Advanced
Saturday is forecasted to be cool and sunny. Hence, some climbing is in order. We’ll head to Franklin Crag- a place that offers routes rated from 5.8 to 5.12. People who can proficiently climb (top-rope) somewhere within this range are encouraged to join. If you are unable to climb most 5.8’s then please do not sign up. After climbing, we …
Multi-Pitch Climbing/ Advanced
If you have ever climbed multi pitch-trad, or you feel it’s time for you to challenge routes higher than usual half a pitch top ropes, I invite you to join this day-trip to the Seneca Rocks. we will climb in the East side in the morning and West side in the afternoon to stay warm. We will leave Charlottesville early …
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 …
Intermediate/Beginner Outdoor Climbing
-If you know how to belay you are welcome to jon this fun trip. There are easy/moderate routes upto 5.10 there. we may aslo trad climb. Hidden rock is an hour and half from here. there is a short hike (20 minutes) so bring proper shoes (sandals not a good choice). -also if you are experienced you can practice setting …
Climbing Via Ferrata, 2nd Try
This trip is designed for climbers and brave non-climbers looking for a unique and fun adventure! Everyone will go to the waitlist initially. I will add people as they sign up based on the number of drivers- preference will go to those who signed up for last week’s trip that was cancelled due to the weather. You will be let …
Sport Climbing Workshop + Climbing (Intermediate/Advanced)
There will be instructions on learning how to lead bolted routes. If you Top rope 5.9+ outdoors it may be time for you to start leading so give it a try. We also will sport climb there, 5.7-5.11, so If you know how to lead, sign up. if you don’t lead but top rope 5.9+ outdoors, go ahead and sign …
Climbing Via Ferrata
This trip is designed for climbers and brave non-climbers looking for a unique and fun adventure! Everyone will go to the waitlist initially. I will add people as they sign up based on the number of drivers- preference will go to those who have been waitlisted recently and for those who have not attended Rick’s 2 Via Ferrata trips. You …