Campus Recreation

Indoor Climbing Wall

Outdoor Adventure Offers Indoor Climbing and Bouldering at the CPA.

The Climbing Wall is CLOSED for the month of May. Please check back for updates.

 

JUST IN! Outdoor Adventure now rents Bouldering Crash Pads!
Day Rental - $5  Weekend Rental (Thursday to Monday) - $15



 

Climbing Information:

  • The indoor wall includes seven lanes for top rope climbing, five lanes for lead sport climbing and bouldering up to 10 feet up the wall.
  • Staff are available to belay or observe and check off participants with a belay test for both top rope and lead belaying, as well as lead climbing.
  •  To learn more about climbing, check the board at the OAC for top rope, lead sport climbing, and general climbing technique clinic times!

To Check In:

  •  Those wanting to climb will swipe in to the CPA using their ETSU ID and Proceed to the Outdoor Adventure Center
  •  OA Staff will check in each climber, verify a current waiver on file, and provide climbing equipment if needed. The OAC can provide a harness, helmet, and climbing shoes.

Important Updates:

  • Climbers must have their feet covered when on the climbing wall floor. This includes sitting or belaying. Climbers are not allowed to walk out of the climbing wall floor without shoes on. OA suggests slip-on shoes such as Crocs.
  • Masks are highly recommended for those who are actively climbing on the wall. If not actively climbing on the wall, participants must wear a mask in accordance with CPA and University policy. Do not place masks on the floor when climbing.

Climbing Wall Rental:

The Climbing Wall is avilable for rentals upon request. If you would like to rent the Climbing Wall for your group or orginization, please fill out the:

Climbing Wall Reservation Form

 

 

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Shadow of the Mountain Climbing Competition

The Shadow of the Mountain Climbing Competition kicked off its inagural year this fall with 20 climbers. Thank you to our sponsors, Mahoney's Outfitters, Misty Mountain, and the ETSU Climbing Club.

We look forward to the next years competition! Check back for details.

Congragulations to the winners of the 2021 competition:

Advanced:
1st: Whitaker Grisham
2nd: Madison Weathers
3rd: Charlie Summit

Intermediate:
1st: Austin Spurgeon
2nd: Blanton Gillespie
3rd: Xavier Hurley

Beginner:
1st: AJ Bethorum
2nd: Caleb Kilgore
3rd: Josh Clover


 

 

 Climbing Wall Policies

  •  Minimum age requirement is 12 years. All climbers under the age of 16 must have a parent/guardian present at all times.
  •  All climbers must sign the Climbing Wall waiver.  Under the age of 18 must have parent signature.  
  • All climbers must swipe in by using their ETSU I.D.
  • Remove jewelry, empty pockets, and use safety straps for glasses. Climbers with long hair must tie back hair when on the wall.
  • Authorized instructors must be present and attentive.
  • Fully closed toed shoes are required. Climbing shoes, athletic shoes, tennis shoes and hiking boots are acceptable – no sandals!
  • No horseplay or unsafe conduct will be tolerated!
  • Climbers must take proper care of all equipment. No tossing carabiners/belay devices, etc.
  •  Proper climbing procedures and commands must be used.
  • Problems such as accidents, loose holds, and equipment damage must be reported to staff immediately.
  • For policies and procedures regarding personal harness use, bouldering, belay authorization, lead climbing, or helmet use please refer to staff members on duty.
  • Use of the wall is subject to the discretion of the OA staff on duty.

 

 Outdoor Adventure at ETSU recognizes 3 levels for skills associated with climbing wall activities:

  •  1st time climbers and climb only participants
  • Top rope belay for indoor climbing
  •  Lead sport climbing/belay for indoor climbing

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