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    Try-It: Rock Climbing*

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

      Come learn the basics of outdoor rock climbing as we teach you about movement on rock, basic knots to know, and other essential climbing information.

      • Terrain: Natural surface terrain with steep grades, exposed cliff edges, and rocks
      • 8 years & over (Minors between the ages of 8-17 MUST have a registered and participating adult)
      • Reservation Icon Hinckley Reservation
      • Attraction Icon Top O' Ledges Picnic Area
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      • 216.341.1704
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      • $7.50

      Dates and Times

      • Try- It: Rock Climbing
        Saturday, Oct 14, 2023, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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      • Try- It: Rock Climbing
        Saturday, Oct 28, 2023, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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      • Try- It: Rock Climbing
        Sunday, Oct 29, 2023, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
        (8 spots available) Register
      Directions: Meet in front of Top O’ Ledges Picnic Area
      Ages: 8 years & over (Minors between the ages of 8-17 MUST have a registered and participating adult)
      Fee: $7.50 per person (All guests MUST register) 
      Terrain/Distance: Natural surface terrain with steep grades, exposed cliff edges, and rocks
      Our professionally trained staff will teach you the simple basics about climbing. You’ll discover how fun, yet challenging climbing natural rock outside can be. 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, 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 including but not limited to helmet and harness.
      • …must refrain from having any external devices other than required climbing safety equipment.



       

      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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