Climbing at Sand Rock, Alabama - Sat, Apr 5 2025

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Climbing at Sand Rock, Alabama


The Basics:
Event Type:Outdoor Climb
Event Location: Sand Rock Alabama   Outdoor Climb: Climbing at Sand Rock, Alabama  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Apr 5 2025  10:30 am >> Sat, Apr 5 2025 6:00 pm
Registration Opens: Sun, Mar 30 2025 7:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Sat, Apr 5 2025 7:00 am
Event Duration:7 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Trip Leader(s):
Jim W
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Member Cost:$8.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:9
Minimum Group Size:2
Number Registered So Far: 6 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

This climb is planned for Sand Rock in Leesburg, AL, but it is weather dependent. The event is scheduled in the Central time zone where Leesburg is. That is 11:30am Atlanta Time. 

Everyone will need to have their own shoes, harness, helmet, and belay device. You will need to know how to top-rope belay. You must have attended at least a few indoor events recently. Although there may be one or two lower-level climbs to maximize your experience, I recommend that you be able to climb at a level that is approximately equivalent to Central Rock Gym (5.9). Climbing will be top-rope style with ropes set for you as well as some lead climbing if you're certified for that with the climbing gym. I will move anyone that does not qualify with these requirements to the waitlist for everyone's enjoyment and safety.


Check out their web site (https://cherokeerockvillage.com)
Guide to the fee structure (https://cherokeerockvillage.com/park-information/)
Great guide to the climbing area (https://www.mountainproject.com/area/105905184/sand-rock)


Required Items to Bring:

Top rope climbers need:
_Climbing shoes
_Climbing harness
_Helmet
_Belay device
_Water



Sport lead climbers also need:
All of the above
_Daisy chain (and or slings)
_Lead rope
_Quick draws or Trad Gear
_Anchors

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

_Rope (60m+)
_Chalk
_Lunch and or Snacks
_Chair


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

2000 County Rd 70, Leesburg, AL 35983


Notes:

 


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Member Cost:$8.00/Person
Cost Includes:

$8 for a car load/ $16 for a van load
Just pay at the front of the park at the office when you arrive. 
**Try to buddy up on the car ride to save $$ on the fees.

Make a Payment:Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the AOC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment.

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