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Fall 2024

Practices

First years, come to our kickoff night on September 11th, 9pm at the wall!

Monday and Wednesday Nights 10pm – 11pm

September 16th – December 11th

At Duncan Climbing Wall

Events

First Year Night: September 11th, 9pm-11pm, Duncan Climbing Wall

Spring TBD: Reel Rock Film Watch

Trips

Where dreams come true.

General Information

Over a semester there are typically several weekend trips to the Red River Gorge in Kentucky where we camp at Miguel’s Pizza (pictured). During the winter months there may be trips to climbing gyms nearby. In the past we’ve gone to Vertical Endeavors in Chicago, Hoosier Heights in Indianapolis, and Peabody Ice Climbing in Michigan. Officers and involved members typically take personal fall break trips to places like Shelf Road in Colorado, Horseshoe Canyon Ranch in Arkansas, Foster Falls and Stone Fort in Chattanooga, and many other locations!

If you’re interested, ask to join our google group and come climbing at the wall!

Fall 2024 Climbing Trip Dates:

October 4th-6th: Red River Gorge Trip #1

November 1st – 3rd: Red River Gorge Trip #2

Pre-Trip Requirements

Please make sure you can commit before signing up for trips as last-minute cancellations can get complicated. In order to go on an outdoor trip you must:

  • be belay certified by the Duncan Climbing Wall
  • pay the club dues
  • fill out the necessary waivers – especially the IMLeagues one!
  • fill out our pre-trip spreadsheet (will be emailed once you get a spot)
  • attend the pre-trip meeting (time decided after sign-ups closed, watch for an email about this)
  • and of course come in and climb with us! Climbing indoors will help you have a better experience outside.

My First Climbing Trip: A Packing Guide

compiled by Ethan LoCicero

  • Good, solid walking shoes
  • Socks. Several socks.
  • Your favorite climbing clothes
  • Your second favorite climbing clothes (though most of us won’t change over the weekend)
  • A jacket
  • Rain gear – it only rains when you forget to bring it
  • Toiletry necessities (we aren’t savages) (but you won’t need shower supplies because it costs $$$)
  • Pillow
  • 2 water bottles
  • Headlamp/ flashlight/ lantern if you have one
  • Food for lunch (and breakfast/ dinner if you don’t want Miguel’s)
  • $ for Miguel’s Pizza (and Miguel’s memorabilia from the gear shop)

The club will provide:

  • Climbing Gear (but remember to grab it from the wall!)
  • Sleeping bags
  • Sleeping pads
  • Tents

But you’re welcome to bring your own if you prefer.

Remember: it’s best to be prepared for anything, but we do have limited space so pack lightly!