In Partnership with Potomac Appalachian Tail Club - Mountaineering Section, we are offering a FREE climbing experience at Carderock. No equipment is needed. Rental harness, helmets, and shoes will be provided at no cost.
Find us at Carderock and catch a belay.
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When: Nov 14th at 10 amÂ
Where: Billy Goat Trail C - North Parking Lot, Carderock
Potomac, MD 20854
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On November, 14th 2021, meet us at the Billy Goat Trail C - North Parking Lot and look for PATC-MS table at the parking lot. We will have a water fill up station, so bring your own bottle and your stoke! Climbing shoes, helmets and harness will be provided courtesy of Potomac Appalachian Tail Club - Mountaineering Section. Please make sure you RSVP so we know you're coming.
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No experience is necessary. This event is for anyone wanting to try climbing for the first time without worrying about setting an anchor, owning equipment, or finding a belayer.
*Participants must fill out waiver before climbing* Waivers will be available on the spotÂ
Tips on getting there:Â
-Carderock is accessible via car right off 495 or right off the C&O canal if you're biking or hikingÂ
-Once your in the park, make sure you follow the road to the furthest parking lot with a loop
-Cell service is a hit or miss so please plan ahead, we recommend downloading a the map to the general area on google maps Â
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Rules:
-All levels are welcome
-Try your best to social distance
-Climb at your own risk
-No transportation provide