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Welsford Rendezvous – Sept 8th

Welsford Rendezvous – Sept 8th

The date is fast approaching!  The third annual Welsford Rendezvous, on Saturday, September 8th, will see climbers from New Brunswick and beyond once again flock to Welsford to celebrate our sport, our access, and each other!

Last year's Rendezvous was not without it's issues, but thankfully in the end everyone came away having had a fulfilling day of climbing and this year will only be better!

Come and participate in a variety of events. Climbing challenges during the day and a gathering at the gravel pit at the end of Cochrane Lane will round out the day. A BBQ and games and a Roped Rescue Team demo will be followed by Ascent NB's AGM, a special awards presentation, prizes awarded to the challenges participants, door prizes, pull up, rope coiling, and blind tie in competitions, and more!

Sunday will see Heather Loomer lead a by-donation morning yoga session (depending on interest) to help sooth our aching muscles, and hopefully another sunny day of climbing. As well, Sunday will see an Introductory Rock School conducted at Joe's Garage & the Lookout.

Bring enough cash to cover the $20 admission & food, as well for tshirts, hats, etc. Access to festivities is limited to Ascent New Brunswick members (not a member, become one!).

Camping is encouraged at the back of the field, but absolutely no fires and please leave no trace.

 

 

 

Climbing Challenges

In an effort to increase our margins of safety, the climbing challenges this year will NOT be timed. We don't want anyone to rush and make mistakes just to gain some glory. If you complete a challenge, your name is entered into a hat and prizes drawn randomly.

  • Cochrane Lane Classics
    • Climb 13 of the original routes from the first guide book written by Colin Bell.
  • Sunnyside Throwdown
    • Climb as many routes as you can!
  • Points Challenge
    • Points per route are determined by difficulty and number of attempts; climb a few hard routes or lots of easy ones to tally your points. We'll publish a chart with the points scheme soon.

 

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Introductory Rock Climbing School – Sept 9th, 2018

Introductory Rock Climbing School – Sept 9th, 2018

Ascent NB will be holding an Introductory Rock Climbing School on Sunday, September 9th, in Welsford! Come learn basic climbing techniques and how to belay and rappel safely under the close supervision of experienced rock climbers.  No experience necessary! All equipment provided!

Proceeds help pay for Ascent's single largest expense, the insurance policy that our land use agreements require, and to purchase new ropes and gear for future rock and ice schools.

All equipment is provided for this full day event. Admission costs $100 for non-members (price includes a half-year Ascent membership), or $80 for Ascent members (not a member?  you can purchase a membership here).  ($40 of the fee is a non-refundable deposit; no refunds are permitted in the final week before the event).

Space is limited so sign up early! If we don't receive the deposit from you, then we can't guarantee your spot.

Minimum age of 14 (at our discretion).  Under 16 requires adult accompaniment. Under 19, must submit in advance a waiver signed by the legal guardian.578627_431203373594168_1024899536_n

To register:

  1. send us your deposit via Email Money Transfer to ascentnb@gmail.com
  2. then email ascentnb@gmail.com. Put "I wanna rock! - 2018 Intro to Rock Climbing School" in the subject to indicate how stoked you are to learn to rock climb!
  3. ensure you've submitted a waiver either electronically, or in person the day of the event.

 

Rock School has always a great time and is a great introduction to the world of rock climbing.33461_135594676488374_802234_n These events go a long way towards to reaching our fundraising goals, but this all depends on participation - please help spread the word!