Name: Rock climbing and camping at Lake Mineral Wells State Park
Start: 2025-12-27T07:00:00-06:00
End: 2025-12-28T12:00:00-06:00
Location: Lake Mineral Wells State Park

Outdoor rock climbing at Lake Mineral Wells State park near Dallas (about a 3 hr drive from Austin). This event is weather-dependent and will be canceled if there is rain the week of the event, as the climbing area is closed when wet.

Itinerary:
Saturday \~7 AM, depart Austin
\~10:30 AM arrive at climbing area
Climb, eat lunch, climb some more
Relocate to Post Oak campground
Eat, drink, stay warm around the campfire, sleep
Sunday morning: drive home

**You must bring the following required safety gear for this event:**
\* Climbing harness (CE or UIAA certified)
\* Climbing helmet (CE or UIAA certified)

Recommended:
\* Rock climbing shoes (*strongly* recommended)
\* Belay device and locking carabiner
\* Prior top-rope belay training

\#\#\# Event Waiver and Release of Liability \#\#\#

**Rock climbing has inherent risks that cannot be entirely eliminated.**

By confirming your attendance (RSVP) to this event, you acknowledge and agree to the following terms:

Assumption of Risk: You voluntarily assume all risks associated with participation in this event, including but not limited to risks of bodily injury, property damage, or other losses that may occur during the event. You understand that the event may involve physical activities, such as hiking or other outdoor pursuits, which carry inherent risks.

Personal Responsibility: You accept sole responsibility for your own health, safety, and well-being, as well as that of any guests you may bring to the event. If you or your guests are unwilling to accept this responsibility, you are advised not to RSVP or participate in the event.

Non-Professional Guidance: The event hosts, organizers, and facilitators are not professional guides or trained personnel. They do not assume any responsibility or liability for your safety, health, or conduct during the event.

Release of Liability: By participating in this event, you hereby release and discharge the event hosts, organizers, and any affiliated individuals or entities from any and all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by you or your guests during or as a result of participating in this event.

This event is a voluntary gathering of individuals with shared interests engaging in recreational activities. By RSVPing, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this waiver.

In addition to this waiver, all climbers are required to sign a waiver at the park headquarters. See additional information from TPWD here: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lake-mineral-wells/rock-climbing

David L

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