Outdoor Climb, Sandrock, Alabama - Sun, May 22 2011

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Outdoor Climb, Sandrock, Alabama


The Basics:
Event Type:Outdoor Climb
Event Location: Sand Rock, Leesburg, AL   Outdoor Climb: Outdoor Climb, Sandrock, Alabama  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sun, May 22 2011  10:00 am >> Sun, May 22 2011 5:30 pm  (Carpool Departure: 8:45 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Thu, May 12 2011 9:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, May 20 2011 9:00 pm
Event Duration:7 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Trip Leader(s):
Dave
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:12
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 8 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

Pinnacle Rock Formation at SandRockWe will head out bright and early to maximize the day. This climb is planned for Sand Rock in Leesburg, AL, but it is weather dependent.

Everyone will need to have their own shoes, harness, and belay device.You will need to know how to top-rope belay.If the trip leader has never climbed with you, you may be asked to do a short safety check.Sand Rock is a moderate-challenge climbing area. Although there may be one or two lower-level climbs to maximize your experience,I recommend that you be able to climb at a level that is approximately equivalent to Stone Summit 5.9 or Atlanta Rocks 5.8. Climbing will be top-rope style with ropes set for you.

If you have your own rope and are willing to allow others to climb on it, please contact the trip leader. The size of the trip will expand to include you. An additional rope is the ONLY way this trip will expand its maximum group size.


Required Items to Bring:

Top rope climbers need:
Climbing shoes
Climbing harness
Belay device
Water


Sport lead climbers also need:
All of the above
Daisy chain (or personal protection of some kind)
Helmet
Lead rope
Quick draws
Anchors

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Comfy shoes
Sunscreen
Bug spray
Lunch
Fruit is a good snack for extra rehydration


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Take the exit onto I-75 N toward Marietta/Chattanooga 26.4 mi
Take exit 285 for Red Top Mountain Rd 0.4 mi
Turn left at Red Top Mountain Rd SE 0.6 mi
Turn right at GA-3 N/US-41 N/Joe Frank Harris Pkwy SE 9.3 mi
Take the ramp onto GA-20 W/US-411 S
Continue to follow US-411 S
23.7 mi
Turn right at GA-53 W/US-411 S/Cave Spring Rd SW 9.5 mi
Turn right at Alabama St 0.4 mi
Continue onto US-411 S/Gadsden Rd SW
Continue to follow US-411 S 23.5 mi
Slight right at AL-25 S/AL-68 W/US-411 S/Main St
Continue to follow AL-25 S/AL-68 W/US-411 S 3.4 mi
Turn right at AL-68 W/Industrial Blvd
Continue to follow AL-68 W 2.7 mi
Turn left at Valley St 1.5 mi
Turn left at Rock City Ave 0.6 mi
Turn right at County Rd 70/Rock City Ave 2.8 mi
Arrive Sand Rock Gravel Lot

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):180Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 8:45 am
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Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $72.00 using a reimbursement rate guideline of $0.400 per mile. The total amount should be divided by the number of people in the vehicle, including the driver. This is a guideline, not a rule, for drivers but the cost should not be higher unless there are extenuating circumstances.

Notes:
* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.


Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note:

This event is weather-dependent. It's neither safe nor smart to climb during rain and storms so in the event of bad weather we will reschedule. Be sure to check your email often for updates.