Lexington & Red River Gorge Rock Climbing MeetUP

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Lexington & Red River Gorge Rock Climbing MeetUP http://www.meetup.com/lexington-climbing-meetup/ http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/1/9/5/global_7440405.jpeg 20090220

Lexington, KY 40502

Location:

Chattanooga, TNUSA 37408
Hometown: Army Brat

Member since:

January 10, 2010

Introduction

Returned back to Eastern part of TN/ Western part of NC for the climbing, after a year in Arkansas and I'm ready this season to climb!

Do you accept full responsibility for your safety, health, and well-being? Yes or no.

Yes. Climbing can be dangerous. I Lead with a helmet and I will be careful and responsible with YOU! I was dropped in 07- no dice- I pay attention for sure.

Do you have any belaying experience?

Yes. Top Rop Belay and Lead Belay for Sport and Trad

Do you have a favorite place to climb?

Horseshoe Canyon Ranch near Jasper, AR for the whole experience. (climbing, environment, community)

Have you ever climbed outdoors on real rock?

I prefer real rock over plastic any day!

What are your goals as a climber?

Stay focused for 2010 and truly improve past my training plateau/ injury from 2009...

Darah

Hey girl!!! It was great to meet you too=) I would love to try the walls again soon, if your ever free on Wed. nights (they have childcare that night) give me a shout. Later!

Jan 31, 2010 2:21 PM
Debra Martin

Ditto! Looks like a fun group - great to see you!

Jan 19, 2010 11:31 AM
Jeff Hunter

Hey Rachel! Thanks for the greeting. Maybe we'll actually get to hike together sometime! That would be fun.

Jan 14, 2010 11:29 AM
Britt

Welcome to the group Rachel... It's always great to have another climber join the group!

Jan 08, 2010 4:07 PM
Bryan G. Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group

Welcome to the group Rachel. From the looks of that photo, you've been to Mt. Rogers!

Jan 08, 2010 8:39 AM
Greg D

Welcome to the group Rachel! We're looking forward to having you join us on the trails, or rocks (when things warm up)! :)

Jan 08, 2010 3:26 AM
Denita

Welcome to our group. I love your pictures...seem like awesome places to explore.

Jan 07, 2010 9:44 PM
Kevin G

Hi Rachel, welcome to the GSH&AG

Jan 07, 2010 8:22 PM
Trey Baldwin

Hello Rachel and welcome to the OACS! We look forward to meeting you at an event soon!

Jan 06, 2010 11:36 PM

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Interests

Outdoor Recreation, Hiking, Indoor Rock Climbing, Outdoors, Camping, Rock Climbing, Adventurers

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$0.00 a year

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Refunds are not offered for this Meetup.

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BEFORE YOU JOIN THIS GROUP you are to read and agree to the following terms and conditions.

By being a part of this network you publicly acknowledge that you understand and completely agree to the following:

1. This is an online social network which meets periodically in person. This Meetup group is not a substitute for competent, professional climbing instruction from an American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) certified instructor. If you are looking for a qualified rock climbing instructor, please visit Fox Mountain Guides and Climbing School http://www.FoxMountainGuides.com.

2. What goes up, must come down. Falling is a part of climbing. Falling is considered by those participating in the sport of rock climbing to be an accepted risk. Sometimes a fall could leave you injured or dead. Again, the consequences of a fall, no matter how severe, are an accepted risk to the climber and belayer. If you get hurt during an event posted on this website, it is completely your responsibility. You are not to blame anyone else! BY JOINING THIS GROUP YOU ACCEPT FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR SAFETY, HEALTH, AND WELL-BEING WITH NO EXCEPTIONS.

3. The Organizer, Assistant Organizers, Members, and Sponsor of the Nashville Rock Climbing Meetup Group do not guarantee the competence of any individual.

IF YOU DO NOT WHOLEHEARTEDLY AND COMPLETELY AGREE WITH THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, THEN YOU ARE ALTOGETHER DISCOURAGED FROM AND IN NO WAY INVITED TO JOIN THIS GROUP.

Now that the heavy stuff is understood, we do encourage those who agree to the aforementioned terms and conditions, and who have a hint of courage, to join this group. It provides an excellent opportunity to learn an incredibly challenging, dangerous, and rewarding sport. This particular group is made up mainly of those with minimal experience. It is used as a way to meet new people and try new things within the sport of rock climbing. We learn together.

We have several opportunities throughout the year for both indoor and outdoor climbing. Beginners are very welcome on most events. Most outdoor trips are lead by AMGA (http://www.amga.com) certified instructors. These trips usually require an investment of under $80 and include all the equipment you will need for rock climbing.

Happy climbing!