Kids' and Teens' Climbing Adventure Camps
Contributed by Rock Dimensions

KIDS' ADVENTURE CAMP 2009
Adventures Above and Below: Rocks, Ropes, Cables & Caverns!


This weeklong climbing camp is for youth between the ages of 8 and 12 who have an interest and enthusiasm for rock climbing and other outdoor adventures. The climbing days are designed for beginners and those who have some basic experience in a gym or outdoors. Even within a range of abilities, participants will find themselves challenged physically and mentally. The purpose of this camp is to provide participants with a variety of uniquely engaging activities with the spirit of adventure and the challenge of new experiences! The climate is positive, respectful and encouraging. No prior experience is necessary, and each day will be facilitated in a manner that challenges each participant on a personal level.

Dates for 2009
June 22-26, Monday-Friday (8:30-4:30)
July 20-24, Monday-Friday (8:30-4:30)


 

• Locations
  • Climbing Tower at Footsloggers (downtown Boone) • Alpine Tower challenge course (Newland, NC) • Roberts Cave (Sugar Grove, VA) • Linville Gorge / Wilson Creek (Pisgah National Forest)** • Local climbing areas near Boone (National Park Service)**

**Rock Dimensions is permitted for guiding in Pisgah National Forest and areas of the Blue Ridge Parkway, National Park Service.

Cost
$500/person for 5-day camp. Includes a Rock Dimensions t-shirt.
Call to inquire about partial camp options (less than 5 days).

Parent Responsibilities
Participants will meet Rock Dimensions guides at our location at Footsloggers in Boone each morning at 8:30 A.M. (inside the courtyard by the climbing tower). Rock Dimensions will meet parents back in Boone between 4:30 and 5:00 P.M. each day.
Transportation to and from activity sites is provided. All climbing, rappelling, caving, and ropes/challenge course gear is provided.
Participants are responsible for bringing their own lunch, water, small backpack, appropriate clothing, and personal items like sun block, etc.

Pre-Camp Planning
Participants will receive the following information in their registration packet:
 

• • Registration/Medical form • Liability agreements • Clothing/equipment lists • Directions

DAY 1 – Climbing and Rappelling (local)
Instruction and climbing on the Footsloggers climbing tower in downtown Boone Climbing and rappelling at a rock site close to Boone

• • Learn to put on harness, tie knots, and use verbal commands • Routes in the 5.5-5.6 range of difficulty (beginner level), with more intermediate level climbing available for those who need more of a challenge. • Low angle rappels

DAYS 2 and 3 - Climbing and Rappelling (Pisgah National Forest) Linville Gorge, Wilson Creek Wilderness, or local areas near Boone)
 

• • Routes in the 5.5-5.7 range of difficulty (beginner+ level) • Focus on climbing technique • Rappelling (slab, vertical and/or overhanging faces)

DAY 4 – Caving
Feel like a true explorer inside a natural, undeveloped cave! It’s similar to a basic day hike, only this one takes place in the subterranean world of a limestone cave. We will travel through the main corridors, with opportunities to crawl and wiggle through some tight spaces for those who are interested in getting a little muddier!
 

• • See classic and beautiful cave formations up close. • Learn a bit about the life and geology of limestone caves. • Experience true darkness that can only be found underground. • Explore various cave passages, rooms, and aspects of the unique landscape.

DAY 5 – Ropes/Challenge Course and Climbing Tower
Stretch your limits with the obstacle course of elements on a dynamic high ropes course!

• • Test your balance on the Catwalk ... • Find strength and agility climbing the vertical Cargo Nets ... • Challenge yourself to make it to the top of the Giant’s Ladder … • Enjoy a thrilling ride off the Super Swing …

The day culminates the spirit of support and encouragement of the weeklong camp, inviting kids to push their limits and experience a unique thrill as they navigate their way through obstacles suspended between the trees.