Rappelling Linville Gorge
Sunday, June 27
Join us for a day in the Gorge while we learn some basic rappelling and climbing skills. This trip will be primarily rappelling but many skills and techniques we use overlap with fundamental climbing skills. This trip is a great way to experience a new activity that challenges you mentally while also enjoying amazing views and the company of a supportive group of women.
WHAT IS RAPPELLING?:
Rappelling is a climbing technique used to descend a rock face or vertical surface. With the use of a harness and rappel device, the climber is in control of how quickly or slowly they’d like to lower themselves down. You will be secured by the use of belay which is a backup system controlled by your climbing instructor.
WHY RAPPELLING?:
Less physically demanding: Rappelling is a great way to experience a form of climbing that doesn’t require as much strength or movement. Great for those who may have mobility issues and physical limitations. We strongly recommend that you still reach out to discuss any physical concerns with your instructor to make sure you can still have a safe and enjoyable experience.
Overlapping skills: Rappelling introduces you to fundamental climbing gear and skills that can overlap in many outdoor activities. Learning basic rope work, knots, and gear can help you excel in other skills
Mental Challenge: While this activity may not push you physically, it will definitely challenge you mentally. The act of backing up over a cliff is an unnatural one and forces us to face our fears and challenge our comfort zones.
Emergencies: Basic rope working techniques associated with rappelling can help you get safely out of a multistory building to the ground, down the side of a mountain, or down from some other height when you need to save yourself.
WHAT TO BRING:
Hiking Shoes (no sandals, Crocs, etc)
Pants/Long shorts Longer bottoms ensure a comfier harness
Warm layers
Rain jacket/pants
Water - 2 liters recommended
Snacks & Lunch
Personal medications
Sunblock
Trekking Poles If you use them
Backpack to carry everything
Cash for Guide tip (See Guide Tips)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While rappelling is not as demanding of an activity as climbing, you do need to be a relatively active person to enjoy this trip. The hike to our climbing locations can be technical with some easy to moderate elevation gain. Some locations may require scrambling up short, steep inclines to access the top of the rock face.
INSTRUCTOR: Anna Marie Alewine
Certifications: AMGA Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder, NAI Interpretive Guide,
Anna Marie grew up in the foothills of South Carolina, but moved to North Carolina in 2015 to attend college. She had her first experience rock climbing in the Linville Gorge during her freshman year at Montreat College. While studying Outdoor Education, she worked as a backpacking guide, ropes course facilitator, and rock wall manager where she honed her passion for leading people in outdoor pursuits. Most of Anna Marie’s climbing has taken place in the beautiful granite walls of North Carolina, but also extends to the sandstone cliffs of Tennessee, Kentucky, and Virginia, the deep canyons of New Mexico, the jagged peaks of Colorado, and to the South American range of Patagonia. After graduating from college, she received her Single Pitch Instructor certification in Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, AK. When she is not climbing, she spends her time trail running, doing yoga, or drinking obsessive amounts of coffee.
Cancellation
10+ days before the trip: Full refund can be issues.
9-2 days before trip: Full refund if we can fill your spot otherwise 50% refund.
2-0 days before trip: Full refund if we can fill your spot otherwise you will be charged in full if you cancel within this timeframe.
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