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 …
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Climbing at Franklin
Come out to Franklin for one gorgeous day this weekend. We’ll be hitting up 5.9s – 5.12s; all intermediate + climbers welcome. Come to redpoint, try some hard moves on TR, or get your style on. Sport lead climbers have priority. We’ll start with 5 people and possibly go up from there. What to bring: climbing gear, 2+L water, lunch …
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 …
Beginner Outdoor Climbing Workshop
This workshop is for people who have never climbed or have forgotten how things work. You will learn how to put on harness, tie rope to your harness, belay and communicate with your partner (on belay, belay on, climbing, climb on). Then you will have chance to practice all this when you climb some fun routes. If you are an …
Gorgeous Climbing
Head out to the New River Gorge this weekend for some really fun climbing! We’ll be getting on 5.9 – 5.12, area yet to be decided – Beauty Mountain or Bubba City most likely. You need to be able to climb 5.9 solid to join. There may be climbs to practice leading on, if you’d like to do that. Club …
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 …
Intermediate Climbing @ Franklin
Weather should be beautiful this weekend! Let’s head out to Franklin and do some climbing. This trip is limited to people who can climb 5.9 and above (on top rope, no falls). We’ll spend the day doing intermediate climbs at Franklin – warming up on 8s, and then moving on to 5.9-5.11, 5.14?? who knows! If you are interested in …
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 …
Intermediate+ Climbing at the Lake
To join this trip you should be able to climb 5.9+ outdoors. This time we are NOT going to the Orange Oswald area. The area will be most likely Long Wall (5.9+ to 5.12-) and DC Memorial Boulder (5.12+). We leave here Sat 7:00 and come back Sunday at about midnight. If the trip fills up quick please sign up …
Intermediate+ Climbing at the Lake
To join this trip you should be able to climb 5.9+ outdoors. This time we are NOT going to the Orange Oswald area. The area will be most likely Long Wall (5.9+ to 5.12-) and DC Memorial Boulder (5.12+). We leave here Sat 7:00 and come back Sunday at about midnight. If the trip fills up quick please sign up …
Intermediate+ Climbing at the Lake
To join this trip you should be able to climb 5.9+ outdoors. This time we are NOT going to the Orange Oswald area. The area will be most likely Long Wall (5.9+ to 5.12-) and DC Memorial Boulder (5.12+). We leave here Sat 7:00 and come back Sunday at about midnight. If the trip fills up quick please sign up …
Beginner+ to Advanced Rock Climbing
This trip is for 5.7+ climbers, outdoors. if you are not sure please ask me. The area has 5.7 to 5.12 routes There will be instructions on sport climbing and leading for a limited number of people. so if you think it’s THE time, participate. If you want to come back earlier than the posted time please do not sign …
Intermediate+/Advanced Climbing
To join this trip you should be able to climb at least 5.10 outdoors. Leave here Sat noon. Climb at Snake Buttress, home to infamous Discombobulated and Legacy. Then start early Sunday (about 7 AM). Go to the Beauty Mountain (Super Mario and the Brain area), on Sunday and leave there at about 5pm. If the trip is full when …
Beginner+ to Advanced Rock Climbing
The plan is simple: Leave here Sat noon. Climb at a relatively easy area (Tattoo most likely) for about two hours Sat afternoon. Then start early Sunday (about 7 AM). Go to a moderate-hard area (Beauty Mountain) on Sunday and leave there at about 5pm. There are a few 5.8s at the Tattoo and one 5.9 at the Beauty plus …
Intermediate/Advanced Climbing
The forecasters predict no rain for Sunday. But since it is going to be hot, I plan to climb at Kaymoor in the shadow side of the New River Gorge.fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuun….. To join you should be solid at 5.9, outdoors. Please ask me if you had questions. We leave Sat. evening (bring dinner or eat prior to leaving, please) and come …
Intermediate+/Advanced Climbing
This weekends special is Endless Wall. To join you should be solid at 5.9, outdoors. Please ask me if you had questions. We leave Friday evening (bring dinner or eat prior to leaving, please) and come back Sat. night. now the forecsat is not so good. I may need to cancel the trip if it doesn’t get better. I will …
Intermediate+/Advanced Climbing
This weekends special is Endless Wall. To join you should be solid at 5.9, outdoors. Please ask me if you had questions. We leave Friday evening (bring dinner or eat prior to leaving, please) and come back Sat. night. now the forecsat is not so good. I may need to cancel the trip if it doesn’t get better. 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 …
Intermediate+/Advanced Climbing at the New River Gorge
This weekends special is Kaymoor. To join you should climb 5.10, outdoors.Please ask me if you had questions. There aren’t easier bolted routes there except Fligt of the Gumbie (a long 5.9+ almost a 10- with a V3 boulder start). We leave Sat evening (bring dinner or eat prior to leaving, please) and come back Sunday night. club provides: climbing …
Climbing Weekend at the Gorge
I’m dancing in my pants excited to go climbing. And you should come along. We’ll leave here Sat. early afternoon and return Sun. late. Anyone who can climb 5.8+ is welcome to join. We’ll be sport climbing mostly, with possibly a bit of trad thrown in the mix. I can teach how to lead belay and clean if you’re interested. …
Intermediate/Advanced Climbing at the New River Gorge
Come climb on the best sandstone on the east coast this weekend. We’ll be heading out Friday evening and getting back reasonably early on Sunday. You’ll need to be able to climb 5.9 to come – just breaking into the grade? Come anyways! I’m open to suggestions as to where we climb. Endless will probably be one of them. There’s …
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
Intermediate/Advanced Climbing at Franklin
The adventure level: You should redpoint most of the 5.9s (outdoors) or 5.10s (indoors). If you would like to eat at the Chineese buffet in Harrisonburg on the way back please bring money. VERY IMPORTANT safety reminders: *********************** If you are not one of the club approved sport climbing leaders, then you must get permission from the trip leader before …
Sport Climbing Workshop
Want to learn how sport climb? We’ll head out to Summersville Lake early on Sunday and get a head start on the rest of the climbers. There are plenty of 5.7s, 5.8s, and 5.9s to work on leading. We’ll go over the basics of lead belaying, how to place quickdraws, clip the rope, fall, repell, and clean. This trip is …
Setting Climbing Top Rope Workshop
You will be learning how to set up top rope using trees and rocks by means of webbing and static rope. I will show you the basics and some useful knots then you split to groups and practice. It will be pretty cold and we will be only standing so bring layers, please. hat and gloves recommended. club provides all …
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 …
Rock Climbing
The weather looks good for sunday. Let’s head to Franklin. There is good climbing there for most levels (5.7-5.12). There are good easy/moderate routes there so this should be a fun trip for anyone. The trip is for anyone who knows the basics (email me if you are unsure if it’s an OK trip for you). We’ll leave at 7am …
Setting Climbing Top Rope Workshop
You will be learning how to set up top rope using trees and rocks by means of webbing and static rope. I will show you the basics and some useful knots then you split to groups and practice. It will be pretty cold and we will be only standing so bring as many layers as you can. hat and gloves …
Intermediate Rock Climbing: New River Gorge
Beautiful weather for this december weekend — let’s take advantage. We’ll leave saturday morning, drive to the Gorge (~3 hours) and climb until dark. Then, we’ll have dinner somewhere, camp saturday night and climb again all day sunday. We’ll return sunday night (11ish?; if you need to be back earlier, please don’t sign up). For those who haven’t been, the …
Setting Climbing Top Rope Workshop( Intermediate)
You will be learning how to set up top rope using trees and rocks by means of webbing and static rope. I will show you the basics and some useful knots then you split to groups and practice. you may bring your climbing shoes to do some bouldering there. I will let you know by Friday morning if you are …
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 …
Sport Climbing/ Advanced
This trip is for bolt lovers and top rope addicts (must climb minimum 5.10 solid).if you are not sure about your climbing ability ask me, I might know it. This week’s special is called Rivers Bend in Franklin, WV that we haven’t been there yet. the climbs should be interesting according to the rumors! it will be cold and we …
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 …
Rock Climbing, New River Gorge
We will leave at 7:30pm, drive down to the Gorge (~3 hours) and camp friday night. Then, we’ll climb all day saturday and drive home saturday night (returning late). In order to sign up, you should be able to climb 5.9 solidly, know how to belay, and know how to tie-in. Club provides: Any climbing/camping gear that you need and …
Rock Climbing
This trip is for 5.7+ climbers, outdoors. if you are not sure please ask me. the area has 5.7 to 5.12 routes there will be instructions on sport climbing and leading for a limited number of people. so if you think it’s THE time, participate. If you want to come back earlier than the posted time please do not sign …
‘Beginner Outdoor Climbing Workshop’
This workshop is for people who have never climbed or have forgotten how things work. You will learn how to put on harness, tie rope to your harness, belay and communicate with your partner (on belay, belay on, climbing, climb on). Then you will have chance to practice all this when you climb some fun routes. If you are an …
Intermediate-/Advanced Climbing
This is a day trip to climb at Tatto wall in the New River Gorge in WV. We leave 7:00 Sunday morning climb hard and be back by the midnight. The trip is for climbers who climb at least 5.8 outdoors. If you haven’t climbed outdoors much but you can climb some of the 5.9 indoors, you are also encouraged …
Beginner/Intermediate Outdoor Climbing at Hidden Rocks
If you are a beginner or intermediate climber and would like to get some more outdoor climbing experience, this is the trip for you. To join, you must know how to tie into the rope and belay. If you are experienced and want to practice setting top-rope anchors, you are welcome to join as well. There are easy/moderate routes @ …
Intermediate/Advanced Climbing @ Nrg
Come out and climb at the best weekend climbing spot around! We can decide after we meet up which area to go to. This trip is great for anyone who can get on 5.9s. What does that mean? You tell me – I’m more looking for enthusiasm than an exact ability level. We’ll be doing sport climbs and then setting …
Beginner Outdoor Climbing Workshop
If you have never climbed or you have forgotten how things work this workshop is for you. If you have climbed outdoors with our club OR you want to be back earlier than the trip end time PLEASE do not sign up. Waitlisted people last weekends have priority but still need to sign up for this trip. also priority is …
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 …
Beginner/Intermediate Outdoor Climbing at Hidden Rocks
If you are a beginner or intermediate climber and would like to get some more outdoor climbing experience, this is the trip for you. To join, you must know how to tie into the rope and belay. If you are experienced and want to practice setting top-rope anchors, you are welcome to join as well. There are easy/moderate routes @ …
New River Gorge Climbing
We’ll head out Friday night for the Gorge, camp, make breakfast in the morning, and then climb all day Saturday. I haven’t decided which crag to go to – so I’ll leave that as a question on the question page. This trip is for climbers who can climb 5.9s well. If you have questions please email me. ** The forecast …
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 …