TRIP FULL Friday – Beginner’s Rock Climbing Trip – Shipley Upper

G’day friends,

Nikki and I [Tadeh] will be leading a rock climbing trip to Shipley Upper in the Blue Mountains on Friday.

No outdoor climbing experience is required as we’ll be setting up top ropes. We will teach you the basics of how to safely climb outdoors but it is preferred that you have a basic level of competency with indoor rock climbing. The easiest climbs are between grade 16 and 18.

Please include in the comments:

• Your rock climbing experience/grade;
• Whether you are able to drive;
• Your favourite mountain in the world; and
• What gear you already own.

We will meet up at 11:00am on Friday morning at the carpark on Centennial Glen Rd, Blackheath or you can meet us at the crag if you arrive late. I will collect any gear that you need and bring it up with me.

• Gear required: harness, helmet, climbing shoes, ATC + carabiner (if you have your own make sure you bring it!!!).
• What to bring: sunscreen, at least 2L of water, food for the day, sporty clothes, a day backpack to fit all your stuff inside, camera, smiles etc.
• Meeting point: 11:00am at carpark on Centennial Glen Rd, Blackheath.

I will be driving up so we may be able to carpool. You are invited to camp at night with us in the Blue Mountains after our day of climbing but you will need to be self sufficient.

See you there!

Tad Karapetian