AtlantaOutdoorClub
sponsor
Print-Friendly Version
Add this event to your calendar (Outlook, iCalendar)
Add REGISTRATION REMINDER to your calendar


REGISTRATION & PAYMENT REQUIRED: Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page. This is a paid event with payment managed through the AOC. Please read the event description carefully for details; you will be given payment instructions after you sign up. Late payments are NOT accepted for this event, in any circumstance.



Rock Climbing at Wall Crawlers (Intown Atlanta)


The Basics:
Event Type:Indoor Climb
Event Location: Wall Crawlers, Atlanta, GA
Date(s) & Time:Wed, Oct 8 2008  7:00 pm >> N/A
Registration Opens: Sun, Sep 14 2008 8:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Oct 1 2008 8:00 pm
Event Duration:2.5 hours
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Katherine Martin
Email Trip Leader(s)
You must be logged in to get the Trip Leader contact information.
Member Cost:$27.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:15
Minimum Group Size:5
Number Registered So Far: 12 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
Interested in the sport of rock climbing but not sure how to get started? This is the perfect event for you! This is a novice climb aimed at people who have never been rock climbing before. You will climb in a controlled environment with experienced belayers keeping you safe. Intro to Indoor Climbing - The staff can provide you instruction in the basic safety skills required for an effective top rope belay. In this class you will learn: How to correctly use climbing equipment Tie a retraced figure 8 How to belay Learn to effectively communicate with a climbing partner Your harness will be provided. You may use sneakers of your own or rent a pair of climbing shoes for $4.00.

Required Items to Bring:
Photo ID Wear clothing that allows you to move freely. You should be able to squat and take large steps easily. Long shorts are best. Jeans are bad. Short shorts are also bad because the harness may irritate your skin. Also wear sneakers as the more popular sizes of climbing shoes may run out.		Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Bottle of water for refreshment and rehydration.

How to Get There:
Event Directions:1522 Dekalb Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30307 Use mapquest for best directions from your area of town.

Notes:
Important information for paid events in which payment is managed through the AOC:

     - Payment must be received by the payment due date and prior to participation in the event.

     - Some paid events require a minimum number of registered participants. If that number is not met, the event will be canceled and refunds will be issued to those who have already paid.

     - Third-party vendors often require damage deposits. Each registrant agrees to be liable for and required to reimburse the Atlanta Outdoor Club for any withheld deposits due to the actions of or damages caused by that registrant.

     - No partial payments. All registrants must pay the posted Member Cost regardless of any agreement you may have with any party involved in the event.

     - Read the event description carefully for additional information, and contact the trip leader(s) with any questions.

* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

Cost & Payment:
Member Cost:$27.00/Person
Non-Member Cost:$27.00/Person
Cost Includes:Harness, climbing time and belayers.
Payment Cut Off:Payment must be received by the AOC on Wed, Oct 1 2008.
Make a Payment:Click here for the details. PLEASE PAY AFTER YOU HAVE SIGNED UP BELOW.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note: Cancellation allowed before October 1 minus $5.00 cancellation fee. After October 1, no cancellation allowed unless you replace yourself on the RSVP.