Outdoor Trad Climbing - Beginners
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Firstly, apologies: Due to a technical error, this event page had to be recreated from scratch. As a team we have recreated the attendance list from memory, but if you signed up previously, and are not currently listed, please sign up, or let us know if there is no longer capacity. We think there was a 'Chris' signed up, but we can't remember which Chris! 🙈
This event is part of the OutdoorLads BIG Spring Climb 2025
Never climbed outdoors before or need a refresher? You're in the right place, our leader will show you the ropes and you'll be climbing the crags in no time.
Climbing is a total body workout. It is not just about strength, but requires balance, problem solving and planning. Outdoor climbing is a fun way to stay fit, make new friends and get out in the fresh air. This event will allow you to develop your climbing skills in the beauty of one of the renowned gritstone crags of the Peak District, which is our oldest National Park.
We will be setting up some bottom ropes at the crag for you all to use over the course of the day, similar to what you would find at an indoor climbing wall, where they are called top ropes... not confusing at all! We will not be offering lead climbing at this event, but those who wish to practise placing gear on lead will have the chance to simulate this while being belayed on a top or bottom rope. For those who wish to lead climb we'd encourage you to consider our 'Outdoor Trad Climbing - Experienced' event. For those who would prefer to try sport climbing outdoors, we are also offering an 'Outdoor Sports Climbing - Beginners' event.
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What to bring
Climbing Equipment: If you have your own climbing harness, shoes, chalk, belay device, helmet or screw-gate karabiner please bring these along, making sure they are in good condition before you do so. Equipment will be available to borrow for those who don't have their own.
What to Wear: It is best to wear combats, tracksuit bottoms or walking trousers. No jeans or any form of trouser which hampers movement. A t-shirt or vest is also suitable and please bring warm layers, a warm hat and a windproof or (ideally) a waterproof to wear as Stanage Edge is notoriously breezy even in good weather - and the weather may end up being changeable. Sunglasses and sun cream too if the forecast looks sunny. If you have any OutdoorLads branded clothing then please try and wear this as it will give the group a good level of visibility. Any jewellery such as rings, watches, chains or bangles should be removed before beginning the session to prevent injury. Please wear sturdy trainers as there will be a short walk across uneven moorland to the crag. These are also useful to wear when belaying a climber and for climbing too for those who do not have climbing shoes. It's also worth wearing or bringing a pair of thin liner or sports socks because if you wear climbing shoes your feet can sometimes get quite cold when climbing outdoors.
Food & drink
Please bring lunch, snacks, water and any hot drinks you'd like with you as there is nowhere on-site to get food and drink and if you vacate your parking spot during the day to go and get food it'll probably be taken by the time you get back!