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Foster Falls Rock Climbing




The Basics:
Event Type:Outdoor Climb
Event Location: Foster Falls, TN   Outdoor Climb: Foster Falls Rock Climbing  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Mar 17 2012  9:30 am >> Sat, Mar 17 2012 5:00 pm  (Carpool Departure: 7:15 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Mon, Mar 5 2012 12:01 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Mar 16 2012 8:00 pm
Event Duration:Per itinerary
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Distance:1.5 Miles
Trip Leader(s):
Alex R
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:12
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 10 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
Foster Falls contains some of the best sport climbing routes in the southeast and offers challenging climbs on some of the best sandstone you will find.  The admiration I have for Foster Falls comes from the length of the routes, with few anchors reachable in less than 65'! 

Due to the length of these routes, there are few rated below 5.9 difficulty. Those not climbing comfortably at that level will have difficulty finding routes they will enjoy on this trip.  (If you have any question about whether you think you are prepared, please send me an email with your experience level)

I will be going up to the falls early and setting up a few top ropes on some easier climbs (5.8 to 5.9).  The grade of other climbs will be determined by the average experience of the group and has the potential to range from 5.8 to 5.11+.

If you have a rope and are willing to let others use it, please let me know ASAP.  The more ropes we have, the larger group of climbers I will be able to accomodate, and the more fun that everyone will have!

We will be at the crag all day (10AM to 5PM), so bring enough food and water to be comfortable for that amount of time.  Also, dress accordingly for a range of temperatures.  In the shade where you will be belaying may get a little chilly, however when you are 50 feet up on the wall in the sun you may wish you had a few less layers on...

Lastly, ALL TIMES ARE IN EASTERN TIMEZONE! PRETEND CENTRAL TIME DOES NOT EXIST FOR THIS TRIP!

Required Items to Bring:
Climbing Harness
Climbing Shoes
Belay Device (ATC, GriGri, Cinch, etc.)
Water (ATLEAST 1.5 - 2 QUARTS)
Enough food/snacks to make it through the day		Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Climbing Rope
Chalk

LEAD CLIMBERS MUST BRING:
Quick draws
Helmet
Rope
Daisy Chain

How to Get There:
Event Directions:Head north on I-75 toward Chattanooga.

Immediately after crossing into Tennessee, head west on I-24.

The highway goes into and out of Georgia and then crosses the
Tennessee River at Nickajack Lake

Exit I-24 at Jasper (exit 155)

Turn right onto Highway 28. After a few miles on highway 28, exit onto Highway 41/64/72, then go left into Jasper

Turn right at the second light onto 150/41 out of town (toward Tracy City).

After less than a mile, bear to the left onto US 41 and go up the mountain. The large rock outcropping high up to your right is Castle Rock.

Foster Falls Scenic Area is 3 miles beyond the Mountain Mart store on the left.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):250Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 7:15 am
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Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $100.00 using a reimbursement rate guideline of $0.400 per mile. The total amount should be divided by the number of people in the vehicle, including the driver. This is a guideline, not a rule, for drivers but the cost should not be higher unless there are extenuating circumstances.

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


Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.