Vertical Endeavors Camps
Duluth, MN
Week-long (M-F 9:00 am – 3:00 pm)
Week-long (M-F 9:00 am – 3:00 pm)
All participants must sign our Liability Waiver and Rules Agreement.
The following rules, warnings, and policies are important and must be followed in order to make Vertical Endeavors as safe and welcoming as possible. Please carefully read and be aware that by entering the facility and signing the Waiver you agree to follow these rules and policies.
Vertical Endeavors Inc and all of its affiliates will be referred to collectively as “VE”. In addition, a “climber” referred to in this document will include a boulderer, participant, or any person moving on or along a climbing surface regardless of the type of climbing activity. Also, a “climb” refers to both roped climbs as well as bouldering problems or routes and the term “climb” refers to the act of moving on a climbing surface whether the climber is climbing a roped climb or a boulder problem or route.
Climbing is inherently dangerous.
There are risks of serious potential physical injury, including disability, paralysis, or death. When you or the child(ren) for whom you are responsible enter this facility, you voluntarily assume all risks associated with climbing.
Prior to entering the facility, you must have a signed/completed “Vertical Endeavors (VE) Release of all Claims, Waiver of Liability, Assumption of Risk, Indemnification, and Rules Agreement” (Form) on file.
By entering the facility, you, on your behalf or your child(ren)’s behalf, agree to follow all written, posted, published, and spoken rules, requirements, policies, procedures, guidelines, instructions, and directions applicable to all activities in the facility, such as climbing, bouldering, training, working out, participation in all programs and competitions, parties, etc. (“Climbing Rules & Warnings”). All members and guests must comply with the judgment, direction, and decisions of the VE staff members on duty. Infractions may result in restrictions or revocation of your privileges or access to the facility.
Everyone must review and be familiar with the most current Climbing Rules & Warnings that are posted at www.verticalendeavors.com and in VE facilities. These may change from time-to-time, so please check for updates.
Members and guests under the age of 18 must have all agreements and forms signed by their parent or court-appointed legal guardian.
Everyone must check in at the front counter before entering the climbing area or passing the front counter. Members must show a counter employee their membership card and/or picture ID when entering. If you have not checked in, then you do not have permission to climb or use the VE facility. You cannot enter the main area or begin any activity until after check in.
Before using the facility and its equipment, Auto Belays, Bouldering, Belaying, Lead Climbing or Lead Belaying, you must be “checked out” and qualified by a VE staff member. Upon passing the qualification (demonstrating the proper skills and knowledge), the staff will enter your name in our VE database as qualified for that activity. If you have not been checked out and qualified or your qualification has expired for any activity, then you do not have permission to participate in that activity.
VE reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to change, modify, or otherwise alter these Rules & Warnings at any time. Modifications will become effective immediately upon being posted on the VE website and in the facility.
Warning: VE reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to change, modify, remove, or otherwise alter anyone’s qualifications and privileges. The customer will be informed and has the right to discuss and cure the restriction if possible. Some infractions will not be curable. Failure to abide by VE rules and policies may result in loss of membership, facility access, and/or climbing privileges.
Climbing on any artificial climbing wall may result in falls and/or injuries. By entering or participating in any activities in any VE facility the climber agrees and understands that they assume all risks for their actions. Your voluntary presence and/or participation in activities sponsored by VE has INHERENT RISKS that can result in serious injury or death. Injuries may also include twists, strains, sprains, dislocations, broken bones, head trauma, bruises, concussions, cuts, rope burns, etc.
Before beginning any fitness program or changing one’s physical activity patterns, individuals should consult with their primary health care provider to determine whether the fitness program or change in activity pattern is appropriate for them. In particular, in the event you suspect or have any pre-existing medical conditions, are pregnant, overweight, or have been inactive, it is strongly recommended that you speak with your primary health care provider prior to partaking in climbing at VE.
Inherent risks may include, but are not limited to the following:
NOTE: Any infractions of the above rules will result in loss of privileges for that event. Repeated infractions will result in loss of membership privileges.
All customers using the Auto Belays must be oriented to the proper use of this system. Orientation will allow you to use only the Auto Belays until you have passed the regular top rope belay check-out. It is the climber’s responsibility to properly clip into the Auto Belay and to perform the proper double checks on themselves.
NOTE: Any infractions of the above rules will result in loss of privileges for that event. Repeated infractions will result in loss of membership privileges.
**Children must be 14 or older in order to belay**
(Exceptions by arrangement only.)
NOTE: Any infractions of the above rules will result in loss of privileges for that event. Repeated infractions will result in loss of membership privileges.
Children must be 16 or older to Lead Belay or Lead Climb (Exceptions by arrangement only.)
NOTE: Any infractions of the above rules will result in loss of privileges for that event. Repeated infractions will result in loss of membership privileges.
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Climbing Since: 2000
At VE Since: 2013
About Me: I trained on the VE Competitive Climb Team through high school, competed at the USAC SCS National Championships twice, and am now the Head Team Coach at VE St. Paul. I went to school for massage therapy at CenterPoint Massage and Shiatsu Therapy School and Clinic in St. Louis Park, MN. I am hoping to own a massage business in the future.
Hometown: Lakeland, MN
Favorite Type of Climbing: Sport & Bouldering
Favorite Climbing Area: Red Wing, MN (Great views!)
What I Love About Climbing: I quite enjoy that climbing is both mentally stimulating (problem solving) and physically challenging (a great workout). Life is so fast paced and climbing is a constant in my life; it keeps me grounded and focused.
Other interests: Fitness, traveling, hair and skincare, hiking/backpacking, camping, and recently I have sparked an interest in Triathlons!
Interesting Facts: I can unicycle and I love to cook!
Climbing Since: 2000
At VE Since: 2013
About Me: I trained on the VE Competitive Climb Team through high school, competed at the USAC SCS National Championships twice, and am now the Head Team Coach at VE St. Paul. I went to school for massage therapy at CenterPoint Massage and Shiatsu Therapy School and Clinic in St. Louis Park, MN. I am hoping to own a massage business in the future.
Hometown: Lakeland, MN
Favorite Type of Climbing: Sport & Bouldering
Favorite Climbing Area: Red Wing, MN (Great views!)
What I Love About Climbing: I quite enjoy that climbing is both mentally stimulating (problem solving) and physically challenging (a great workout). Life is so fast paced and climbing is a constant in my life; it keeps me grounded and focused.
Other interests: Fitness, traveling, hair and skincare, hiking/backpacking, camping, and recently I have sparked an interest in Triathlons!
Interesting Facts: I can unicycle and I love to cook!
Climbing Since: 2013
At VE Since: 2017
About Me: I like teaching and I like climbing, so working with Climb Team is a natural fit for me. I love working with our team kids and watching them grow and get more engaged with the sport. Plus, I like having people do what I say.
Hometown: Golden Valley, MN
Favorite Type of Climbing: Indoor Trad Solo
What I Love About Climbing: It is a chance to yell and show off my muscles in a socially-acceptable way.
Other Interests: Photography, snowboarding, travel, and reading
Interesting Facts: I learned to rock climb in Japan and I learned to use chopsticks in America.
Climbing Since: 2011
At VE Since: 2015
About Me: I like animals and rocks.
Hometown: West Fargo, ND
Favorite Type of Climbing: Techy face climbing
Favorite Climbing Area: Wild Iris in Lander, WY
What I Love About Climbing: It takes you to a lot of really neat places. Climbing challenges you both physically and mentally.
Other Interests: Downhill skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, and water skiing
Interesting Facts: I’m color blind, which sometimes makes it difficult for me to follow routes in the gym!
Climbing Since: 2000
At VE Since: 2013
About Me: I trained on the VE Competitive Climb Team through high school, competed at the USAC SCS National Championships twice, and am now the Head Team Coach at VE St. Paul. I went to school for massage therapy at CenterPoint Massage and Shiatsu Therapy School and Clinic in St. Louis Park, MN. I am hoping to own a massage business in the future.
Hometown: Lakeland, MN
Favorite Type of Climbing: Sport & Bouldering
Favorite Climbing Area: Red Wing, MN (Great views!)
What I Love About Climbing: I quite enjoy that climbing is both mentally stimulating (problem solving) and physically challenging (a great workout). Life is so fast paced and climbing is a constant in my life; it keeps me grounded and focused.
Other interests: Fitness, traveling, hair and skincare, hiking/backpacking, camping, and recently I have sparked an interest in Triathlons!
Interesting Facts: I can unicycle and I love to cook!
Climbing Since: I was 8 years old.
At VE Since: 2014
About Me: I am a caregiver meaning I do in home care for seniors. I enjoy photography and making homemade cards. I spend lots of time with my boyfriend, family, and friends.
Hometown: Roseville, MN
Favorite Type of Climbing: Top Rope
Favorite Climbing Area: Rummy Rocks, New Hampshire
What I Love About Climbing: It is a full body sport it. I love that I always have things I can improve. I also like the social part of climbing and how it brings people together, whether that be climbing indoor or outside. Climbing is a stress reliever for me.
Other Interests: Hiking, camping, fitness, photography, card making, and water skiing
Interesting Facts: I have traveled to South Korea, Jamaica, and many places in the US. I also have a lot of food allergies!
Climbing Since: 2008
At VE Since: 2014
About Me: I’m a movement nerd when it comes to climbing. I want to know why and how I or other climbers can move as efficiency as possible. I’ve often say there are many more strong climbers then good climbers. I want to learn to be both!
Hometown: Grand Forks, ND
Favorite Type of Climbing: Hard Top rope. It’s too good. I’m able to just focus everything on the movement and rock, instead of having to stop and clip or worry about my fall.
Favorite Climbing Area: I have a soft spot for our local choss pile, Red Wing. But outside of MN, I would probably say Moab, Utah.
What I Love About Climbing: The complexity rock or holds on a wall can provide and how every climber interacts with the climbs slightly different.
Other Interests: Mountain biking
Interesting Facts: Owls have eye tubes instead of eye balls.