Fall Break Climbing at the Red River Gorge!

OVERVIEW

“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 trip very worthwhile. We rarely get a chance to go out to the Red, so don’t miss your chance!

Also, our Fall break coincides with the Rocktoberfest (http://rrgcc.org/register/). You do NOT need to register for Rocktoberfest but you may choose to attend the party on Saturday night ($15) or partake in other activities. This is a great chance to hang with lots of other climbers.

CLIMBS:
The Red is set up a little differently than the New; instead of 3 or 4 huge areas (Endless, Kaymoor, Summersville, etc), there are basically 50 Cotton Tops. Check out this site to become overwhelmed and excited: http://www.redriverclimbing.com/RRCGuide/. We will plan on hitting 2 crags a day.

Most crags have a few 5.9s and 5.10s but there rare to find a crag with lots of moderate climbs. We will climb some 9s, mostly 10s and 11s, and some 12s.

MINIMUM TRIP REQUIREMENTS:
-Ability to tie in and top-rope belay
-Climb 5.10 cleanly on top-rope
-Ask me if you are unsure

DEPARTURE/ARRIVAL:
There are two departure times:
-10/7 (Thursday) at 4pm
-10/8 (Friday) at 4pm
The drive is approximately 7 hours each way. We are climbing Fri -Tue early afternoon. We will get back at a reasonable hour on Tuesday but I cannot guarantee any specific time.

FOOD/CAMPING:
-I will be collecting $40 for all groceries (club does not reimburse food during fall break)
-We will bring lunches to crag and cook breakfasts and dinners Friday morning-Tuesday morning. You are responsible for all the meals outside of those (i.e., on the road)
-Camping will be at Miguel’s (covered by the club)

OTHER:
Priorities are given to the following members:
-Drivers
-Able to lead climb and/or lead belay

Please do NOT sign up for this trip unless:
-You are at least 75% sure
-You can make either of the departure times above
-Or arrange a special departure time with me
-Can attend the entire trip
Sorry, I can only take 8 members max.

CLUB PROVIDES:
-Gas reimbursement or ride in a car
-Climbing gear (ropes, draws)
-Personal climbing gear if needed (harness, shoes, belay device, chalk bag)
-Camping gear
-Camping fees
-*Check out personal camping/climbing gear on your own before the trip

YOU PROVIDE:
-Personal climbing gear if you have it (Don’t forget chalk)
-Weather appropriate clothes
-Camping gear if you have it
-Toiletries
-Entertainments unless you are easily amused (For some of you this means textbooks)
-$$ for meals on the two 7 hour car rides
-$40 for groceries. I will be collecting the money at the beginning of the trip and return the remainder to you at the end.
-$$ for extra things that you may want (souvenirs, Rocktoberfest activities, entertainment, Miguel’s Pizza, etc)
-Approach shoes/sandals
-Good climbing karma

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