Have you always been curious about rock climbing? Maybe the idea of trying this fun but challenging sport felt too intimidating, or maybe you just didn’t know where to start? Learn and practice top rope rock climbing outdoors in Hope with us!
Join our Program Director Meg, as she hosts you alongside Glen, an ACMG Certified Top Rope Instructor. With a ratio of 1:6, participants will have the peace of mind knowing they are receiving safe and attentive instructions.
This program is a safe, inclusive, and all-female, accessible introduction to outdoor top rope rock climbing.
Itinerary:
8:00 AM - Gather in Hope at the Hope & District Recreation Centre parking lot. (1005 – 6th Avenue in Hope), check-in, sign waivers, introduction
8:30 AM - Carpool to the climbing area (Area 71 Crag, Hope, BC, there is limited parking space)
8:45 AM - Hike into the climbing area
9:00 AM - Safety talk and get into our climbing gear
9:30 AM - Begin the course
12PM - Lunch Break
12:30PM - Continue the course
3:30PM - Return gear to our instructor, and hike out to vehicles
3:45 PM - Carpool back to Hope Recreation Centre
4:00 PM - Arrive back at vehicles
Be aware that times are approximate! Start and end times may vary slightly depending on the speed of the group, weather, and road conditions, etc.
What to bring:
Whenever you are out in nature, you should always carry The Essentials
For this program participants will need the following items below:
● Lunch & high-energy snack food
● Water (at least 2 litre per person)
● Hiking footwear with good grip
● Comfortable, weather appropriate clothing that allows for movement.
● Hat, sunglasses & sunscreen
● Backpack to carry all your gear
Price includes:
ACMG Certified Top Rope Instructor
Host with Remote First Aid Certification
All equipment required to top rope rock climb
Physical demand:
All participants should be in good overall health. Rock climbing, even at this introductory level, requires a combination of physical attributes. You will use your whole body, with strength, endurance, flexibility, and balance all play a part in this activity. A short but steep hike is also required to be done to access the climbing area. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before registering.
Read more and register here
https://www.hopemountain.org/public-programs/womens_intro_to_rockclimbing
Also check out other Trips & Adventurous Activities in Hope, Workshops in Hope, Sports events in Hope.
|
