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5 hour clinic
No experience necessary
Great for families and those new to climbing
Basic equipment and knots
Belay technique
Climbing technique
Body position and footwork
Gaining trust in the safety of the climbing system
Plenty of actual climbing!
Never tried outdoor rock climbing before? We’ll cover all the basics including harnesses, shoes, helmets, ropes, basic technique, and working around a climbing site. The objective of this clinic is to get new climbers quickly familiar with the sport and to gain trust in the climbing system. Everyone will have a chance to climb under the close supervision of a trained Eastern Mountain Sports climbing instructor. You will have plenty of time to experience rock climbing outdoors, and most of all, have fun!
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$95 per person on these dates:
April 11, 25
May 9
June 27
July 11, 25
August 1, 15, 29
September 12, 26
October 10, 24
November 7, 21
December 5, 19
Start/ End:
9am to approximately 2pm. Groups will meet at Great Falls Park.
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Includes:
Harness, helmet, climbing shoes, all technical rock climbing gear, personalized professional instruction, parking passes, park fees.
Does Not Include:
Lodging, transportation, meals, backpack, personal gear and clothing.
Prerequisite:
None, this is an entry level rock climbing clinic.
Click for directions, area lodging and local information
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WHAT TO BRING?
Shop for Gear!
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Clothing- wear clothes appropriate for the day’s weather!
Fleece jacket (optional based on day’s weather)
Rain jacket w/hood
Loose fitting, quick dry pants or shorts (shorts should be mid thigh, pants stretchy fabric)
T-shirt or long sleeved shirt
Footwear
Close toed shoes. Light hiking shoes or sneakers, no need for full-on boots. No sandals.
Daypack
One that you could climb with, comfortably and carry your harness, helmet, shoes and other personal items.
Food and Water
Water- at least one quart
Lunch and snacks- PB&J, bagel, trail mix, granola bars. Avoid soft fruits, as they don’t pack well.
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Additional Items
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Bug spray
Camera
EMS Climbing School will provide
Harness
Helmet
Climbing Shoes
Ropes and all technical climbing gear
If you’d like to use your own gear, your guide will look it over to approve it’s safety.
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Missing anything on this list?
Don't forget your 20% discount EMS coupon that comes with your Climbing School confirmation letter!
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