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    Learn-It: Rock Climbing*

    Parks | Calendar | Learn-It: Rock Climbing*
      Learn-It: Rock Climbing*

      Climb on natural rock while learning knots, how to belay, proper climbing techniques, and climbing terminology.

      • Terrain: Natural surface terrain with steep grades, exposed cliff edges, and rocks
      • 12 years & over (Minors between the ages of 12-17 MUST have a registered and participating adult)
      • Reservation Icon Hinckley Reservation
      • Attraction Icon Whipp's Ledges
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      • 216-341-1704
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      • $30.00

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      • More dates coming soon. Please check back for updates.
      Directions: Meet at Top O’ Ledges Picnic Area
      Ages: 12 years & over (Minors between the ages of 12-17 MUST have a registered and participating adult)
      Fee: $30 per person (All guests MUST register) 
      Terrain/Distance: Natural surface terrain with steep grades, exposed cliff edges, and rocks
      Our professionally trained staff will help you experience the thrill of climbing on natural rock at Hinckley Reservation. Learn knots, climbing lingo, proper climbing techniques, and how to belay (must be at least 14 years old to belay on your own). The entire program will be spent outside; please dress appropriately for the weather. Dressing in non-cotton layers is encouraged.   Please bring a completed waiver and review the equipment list. Classes will begin promptly, so plan to arrive early.

      General Information:
      By registering, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the cancellation policy.

      General Essential Eligibility Requirements that all participants must meet. A participant….
      • …must meet minimum age and pre-trip meeting requirements for each individual program.
      • …must meet program fee requirements for each individual program.
      • …must be able to remain adequately hydrated, fed, and properly dressed in order to avoid environmental injuries such as hypothermia, heat-related illnesses, sunburn, and frostbite.
      • …must refrain from use of alcohol and tobacco before or during outdoor recreation activities and any illegal drugs throughout the duration of a program.
      • …must be able, either alone or with the aid of a personal care attendant, or through arrangements outlined on the Request for Administration of Medication Form or an Individual Medication Plan to manage, administer and protect any prescription medications currently prescribed to him or her. All medications, including over-the-counter medications shall be listed as required on the Medical Information portion of the registration materials.
      • …must be able, either alone, with the aid of an augmentative communication device, or a personal care attendant to follow directions and communicate needs.
      •  …must not exceed manufacturers’ maximum recommended weight limit for equipment being used.
      • …must be able to manage personal mobility either alone, with a reasonable amount of assistance, with the aid of a personal care attendant, or with adaptive equipment. 
      •  …must be able to independently wear and maintain wearing all safety equipment correctly.
      • …must be able, in the event of an unexpected capsize, to breathe independently and maintain a seal with their mouth (i.e. not require medical devices to sustain breathing), and independently demonstrate the ability to self-right him or herself from face down to face up position while wearing the appropriate PFD.
      • …must be able to independently hold their head and neck upright (without restraints), in order to maintain proper body positioning, avoid an unexpected capsize, and freely exit watercraft.
      • …must be able to reenter the watercraft in deep water independently or with a reasonable amount of assistance.
      • …must be able to independently wear and maintain wearing all safety equipment correctly including but not limited to PFD (Personal Flotation Device), helmet and harness.
      • …must be able, either alone or with the aid of a personal care attendant or adaptive equipment to travel at least 1 mile on varying terrain as well as be able to carry their own gear on backpacking trips.
      • …must be able, either alone or with the aid of a personal care attendant or adaptive equipment to travel on sloped, natural surface trails with rocks and roots for varying distances to get to a climbing site void of amenities such as restroom facilities, water, etc.
      • …must be able to independently wear and maintain wearing all safety equipment correctly.
      • …must refrain from having any external devices other than required climbing safety equipment.
      • …must be able to, for extended trips only, travel in a physically demanding, remote backcountry environment for the uninterrupted period of the trip length, which can range from one to ten days with varying temperatures and environmental conditions including but not limited to, rain snow, hail, sun, and wind. The remoteness is such that cell signal may be unavailable, and it may require at minimum an hour, but perhaps in excess of 2 days travel to reach the nearest road and advanced medical care; participant assumes all costs associated with rescue.

      Cleveland Metroparks staff can adapt many programs to be accessible to anyone who would like to participate assuming they meet the essential eligibility criteria. Reasonable accommodation can also be made. Please make a request at the time of registration but no later than 72 business hours prior to the program. Contact us at 216-341-1704 or or@clevelandmetroparks.com or at these telephone numbers.

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