VEG Clinic Weekend | Feb 23–26, 2024

10 AM–12 PM | Top Rope Belay (2 hours)

This beginner lesson is designed as an introduction to learning the ropes. The lesson covers knot tying, belaying, rope management skills, the use of technical equipment, and climbing commands. Emphasis is placed on the skills needed to belay in a controlled environment.

Prerequisite: None

10 AM–1 PM | Route Setting (3 hours)

This introduction to setting will include skills such as route development, setting terminology, useful tools, and more. Learn what goes into setting a boulder from scratch, from hold selection, all the way to forerunning.

Prerequisite: None

11 AM–2 PM | Multi-Pitch (3 hours)

Learn all the basic skills you will need to climb not just 1-pitch, but multiple! This class will go over what “Multi-Pitch Climbing” is, what goes into a day of multi-pitch climbing, and the necessary skills to both ascend and descend when you’re done for the day.

Prerequisite: Lead Qualified

12–1 PM | How to Climb Outside (1 hour)

Learn how to plan your next outdoor trip this spring with the “How to Climb Outside” class. This class will go over the necessary gear to climb different styles of routes, the available resources to discover different “Crags” and how to locate routes once you are outside.

Prerequisite: None

1–2 PM | How to Camp/Camping Gear (1 hour)

Learn what kind of gear is necessary to have a successful camping trip. Be that in 100-degree summer weather, down to 20-degree cold weather camping. This class will go over everything you will need to have a relaxing camping trip, with some demonstrative gear to look at.

Prerequisite: None

2–3 PM | Camp Cooking (1 hour)

Ever wondered what people eat when they are out backpacking for a month? Struggled to find something interesting and good-tasting to eat while out climbing and camping? This class will go over basic camp cooking techniques, gear and some suggested recipes that are good to have in your back pocket when you are out in the wilderness.

Prerequisite: None

2–4 PM | Crack Climbing (2 hours)

Have you ever looked at a rock wall with a crack and gone “Wow, how do I climb that?” Then this class is for you. This crack climbing introduction class will go over basic crack climbing techniques, what to look for, and what kind of gear or tape you may need to climb crack comfortably.

Prerequisite: Top Rope Qualified

3–4 PM | How to Backpack (1 hour)

Been thinking about hiking the Appalachian Trail? Want to try out the Pacific Crest Trail? This class will go over exactly what it means to backpack, how to plan your route, and most importantly how to pack and the differences between gear for a weekend hike, lightweight and ultra-lightweight backpacking.

Prerequisite: None

4–5 PM | Injury Prevention (1 hour)

Do you find yourself getting injured frequently? Constantly have a pully injury? This class will go over exercises, stretches, and preventative activities you can do to reduce your chance of injury while climbing.

Prerequisite: None

3–6 PM | Trad Climbing (3 hours)

Ever wanted to get into Traditional Climbing? This class will go over exactly what Trad Climbing is, and what kind of gear you will need. From Cams and Nuts to webbing and rope set-ups, this class will give you the introduction to Traditional Climbing you’ve been looking for.

Prerequisite: Lead Qualified

6:30–9 PM | Reel Rock 18 Screening

Reel Rock is a climbing film tour showcasing four fantastic new films this year. Learn more about this year's tour at reelrocktour.com. Admission for the film screening is an additional fee.

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10 AM–1 PM | Multi-Pitch (3 hours)

Learn all the basic skills you will need to climb not just 1-pitch, but multiple! This class will go over what “Multi-Pitch Climbing” is, what goes into a day of multi-pitch climbing, and the necessary skills to both ascend and descend when you’re done for the day.

Prerequisite: Lead Qualified

11 AM–12 PM | How to Boulder (1 hour)

Learn how to efficiently climb and train bouldering. If you have found yourself struggling to boulder, compared to your rope climbing, or just generally uncomfortable with bouldering itself? This class will go over basic bouldering techniques, how to boulder, and how to comfortably fall when dismounting.

Prerequisite: None

11 AM–2 PM | Route Setting (3 hours)

This introduction to setting will include skills such as route development, setting terminology, useful tools, and more. Learn what goes into setting a boulder from scratch, from hold selection, all the way to forerunning.

Prerequisite: None

12–1 PM | Movement and Technique (1 hour)

Completely new to climbing? Movement and Technique is a one-hour session that will introduce you to the world of climbing and its concepts. The goal is to help you get comfortable with the language and vocabulary of the sport, as well as a basic library of techniques that will give you the tools to progress as you continue in this new sport. 10-20 minutes of the class will be dedicated to group instruction, and the rest of the time will be yours to climb and explore the facility while having a knowledgeable instructor with you as a resource.

Prerequisite: None

1–4 PM | Trad Climbing (3 hours)

Ever wanted to get into Traditional Climbing? This class will go over exactly what Trad Climbing is, and what kind of gear you will need. From Cams and Nuts to webbing and rope set-ups, this class will give you the introduction to Traditional Climbing you’ve been looking for.

Prerequisite: Lead Qualified

1–2 PM | Outdoor Ethics (1 hour)

Are you an avid outdoor individual? Are you into anything from climbing and hiking to backpacking and slacklining? This class will teach you how to treat the outdoors with the respect it deserves in the style of the “Leave no Trace” ethos and what that means.

Prerequisite: None

2–3 PM | Emergency Response (1 hour)

Climbing is an inherently dangerous sport, and this class will go over what to do in emergency situations. This class will not be teaching first aid, but will go over how to recognize certain injuries, and how to be a beneficial member of your climbing group should an emergency ever happen.

Prerequisite: None

4–6 PM | Top Rope Belay (2 hours)

This beginner lesson is designed as an introduction to learning the ropes. The lesson covers knot tying, belaying, rope management skills, the use of technical equipment, and climbing commands. Emphasis is placed on the skills needed to belay in a controlled environment.

Prerequisite: None

4–7 PM | Setting Top Rope Anchors (3 hours)

Learn how to set Top-Rope Anchor systems outside, depending on what natural features you have available to you. This class will review the gear needed to set different types of anchors and the general concepts you will need to apply when creating them outside.

Prerequisite: Top Rope Qualified

6–7 PM | Women Outside (1 hour)

Are you a woman who likes to spend extended amounts of time outside, but you’re worried about your safety while alone? This class will go over everything necessary for you to know when being a woman outside, from sanitary needs to safety concerns, this is the class for you.

Prerequisite: None