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Rockclimbing and Caving Skill Levels

Novice: No prior rock climbing or caving experience

Beginner: Prior introductory climbing course and/or ability to demonstrate how to tie in & belay

PLEASE NOTE: Because the WWO rock climbing and caving program is contracted through outfitters, participants must be registered and payment made two weeks in advance of the event date to reserve a slot. Refunds will not be given unless WWO is able to fill your slot with someone from the waiting list.

Rock Climbing at Great Falls
Saturday, May 8, 2010
Great Falls, VA
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
$75 members, $85 non-members
Level: All levels welcome.
If you have wanted to learn how to rock climb, this is your chance! Learn climbing skills in a safe, supportive, and fun environment. This trip is also a great way to brush up on your climbing skills, especially if you have been away from the sport for a while or have only been climbing in indoor gyms.

This class will teach the fundamental skills used for rock climbing, including safety and climbing etiquette, use of equipment, basic knots used for tying into your harness, and climbing techniques. All necessary equipment will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.

If there are sufficient number of intermediate climbers, we will break into beginner and intermediate groups. The morning will focus on rock climbing skills and easy climbs. The afternoon climbs will be chosen based on the level of the group.

Registration Deadline: Friday, April 23, 2010 TRIP IS CANCELED

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Rock Climbing at Great Falls
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Great Falls, VA
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
$75 members, $85 non-members
Level: All levels welcome.
If you have wanted to learn how to rock climb, this is your chance! Learn climbing skills in a safe, supportive, and fun environment. This trip is also a great way to brush up on your climbing skills, especially if you have been away from the sport for a while or have only been climbing in indoor gyms.

This class will teach the fundamental skills used for rock climbing, including safety and climbing etiquette, use of equipment, basic knots used for tying into your harness, and climbing techniques. All necessary equipment will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.

If there are sufficient number of intermediate climbers, we will break into beginner and intermediate groups. The morning will focus on rock climbing skills and easy climbs. The afternoon climbs will be chosen based on the level of the group.

Registration Deadline: Held open until the trip fills

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