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Ascent NB will be holding our second annual Beginner Rock School on Sunday, September 10th, 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 and $80 for Ascent members (not a member?  you can purchase a membership here) and UNB Rock and Ice members.  ($40 of the fee is a non-refundable deposit; no refunds are permitted in the final week before the event). Bring a friend and you will each receive a $25 discount!!

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.

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! - 2017 Beginner Rock 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. These events go a long way towards to reaching our fundraising goals, but this all depends on participation - please help spread the word!

Mark the date in your calendar, folks. The second annual Welsford Rendezvous, on September 16th, will see climbers from New Brunswick and beyond flock to Welsford to celebrate and participate in a variety of climbing events. Last year's event, despite a last minute curve ball, was a solid success and this year will only be better!

Climbing competitions 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 will be followed by Ascent NB's AGM, a special awards presentation, prizes awarded from our sponsors, and a special access announcement. A huge bonus this year is that we've acquired permission to have a campfire - no repeats of last year's frostiness!

The climbing comps this year will NOT have an admission fee and will include one from last year and two new ones:

• Cochrane Lane Classics – climb 13 of the original routes from the first guide book written by Colin Bell.
• Cochrane Lane 3-star Selects – climb any six, three star routes.
• Sunnyside Throwdown – climb as many routes as you can.

More details will come as the date approaches.

Ascent New Brunswick wouldn't exist without of the continuing effort of volunteers, but as with all grassroots efforts, new blood is key to survival.

We are starting to plan Welsford Rendezvous 2017, and could use some help to make it an even greater success.  Many hands can make light work, so if you think you might be interested in helping out, please contact us at ascentnb@gmail.com to chat!

Ascent New Brunswick's origins are rooted in the UNB Rock and Ice climbing club, and the partnership between the organizations has only grown since.

In recognition of this, Ascent New Brunswick is happy to offer 50% off Ascent NB memberships to all UNB Rock and Ice members!

Venga!

Ascent New Brunswick is very excited to announce that we have partnered up with Fit Rocks Climbing Gym in Moncton!

Fit Rocks has made a significant donation to our cause and will be selling Ascent NB memberships and t-shirts at their facility. Ascent NB will be offering special rates on memberships to Fit Rocks Gym members and will actively promote this awesome new gym.

On Saturday, March 18, Ascent New Brunswick held its second ice school at the Glebe Road ice cliffs near Sussex. Fifteen participants were led by six instructors for an intro to the fantastic activity of ice climbing. A good time was had by all on a brilliant sunny day in March.

Thank you to all the participants for being so awesome and a special thank you to UNB Rock and Ice for the gear loan.

We would also like to thank the instructors - Marc D'Astous, Chris McLellan, Luc Gallant, Max Heffler, Mike Delaney and Greg Hughes who graciously volunteered their time.

Stay tuned for more Ascent New Brunswick climbing schools coming up this year including Intro to Rock and Climber Self-Rescue.

Mouse over the pdf below and you can navigate between page 1 and 2 for all the information.

Update: This class is now at capacity.  Feel free to contact us if you want to get on the waiting list.

Update: Glebe Rd has been chosen as the location for this session!

The first Ice Climbing School was such a success and in such demand that Ascent NB will be holding another session on Saturday, March 18th!  The first ice school sold out 2 weeks before the event so don't wait long to sign up!

This full day event costs $100 for non-members (and includes an Ascent NB membership thru April 1st 2018) and $60 for members (including all UNB Rock and Ice members).  Half of the fee is required as a non-refundable deposit, and no refunds are permitted in the final week before the event.

All technical gear is provided (boots, crampons, ice tools, helmets, harnesses) so all you'll need is layered warm, waterproof clothing, your lunch, and your psyche! Space is limited so sign up early.

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

To register:

1. send us your deposit by Email Money Transfer to ascentnb@gmail.com
2. email ascentnb@gmail.com. Put "Cool as Ice! - March 2017 Ice Climbing School" in the subject to indicate how stoked you are to try ice climbing!
3. ensure you've submitted a waiver either electronically, or in person the day of the event.

All proceeds will go to help pay for Ascent NB's single largest expense, the insurance policy that our land use agreements require.

Thanks Thomas Raithby for the pics!