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Summer Activities 2009
Kayak & Climb Combo Day
Wild Woman! Sea Kayak & Climb
Family Climbing Outings
North Shore Rock Climbing
Outdoor Guiding for Groups and Individuals
UMD Climbing Walls
Birthday Parties on the Wall
Kayak & Climb Combo Day
Sea Kayaking and Climbing in Duluth
Plan a full day of fun and exploration on Lake Superior and on the cliffs near Duluth. We’ll spend the morning rock climbing amid the friendly climbs in the forests of Ely’s Peak followed by a waterfront
picnic lunch. The afternoon will be spent sea kayaking the Duluth Waterfront. Meets 9am-5pm.
July 11, $110
Call to arrange different dates for small groups.
$115/person (2-3 people)
$105/person (4-6 people)
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Wild Woman! Sea Kayak & Climb
Lake Superior’s Stunning Waves and Cliffs
Enjoy a fun day of sea kayaking and rock climbing with other
active women in a beautiful, natural setting on the North
Shore of Lake Superior. We’ll meet at Silver Cliff, north of Two Harbors and spend the morning climbing on gently-angled sea cliffs
overlooking Lake Superior. After a lakeside picnic lunch, we’ll paddle sea kayaks to explore the rugged landscape near Two Harbors.
Meets 9am-5pm.
July 25, $125
Call to arrange different dates for small groups.
$130/person (2-3 people)
$120/person (4-6 people)
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Family Climbing Outings
Rock climbing is a great way for families to be active and have fun together. Call at least five days in advance and set up your own 3-hour morning or afternoon session. Our experienced and friendly instructors will guide you through the process. This is a great course for beginners.
Call to arrange dates for small groups.
$45/person (2-3 people)
$40/person (4-6 people)
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North Shore Rock Climbing
Experience a day of climbing on the beautiful sea cliffs above Lake Superior. Beginners are welcome. No experience is necessary for this fun and friendly climbing outing. Don’t forget your camera for the stunning Lake Superior views.
Meets 10am-4pm.
Call to arrange dates for small groups.
$110/person (2-3 people)
$100/person (4-6 people)
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Outdoor Guiding for Groups and Individuals
Climb with us at the beautiful outdoor climbing areas located near Duluth and along the North Shore. Let our experienced instructors be your guides for outdoor climbing sessions that are just for fun or skill instruction based or both!
Who can participate
-Anyone can take part in our guided climbing sessions, no UMD affiliation is needed.
-Beginners through advanced climbers are welcome. We will structure your session to meet your needs.
-Children under 18 years old must have a parent's signature on a waiver
Cost
-Group Instruction $45 per person for a half day (3 hours)
(8 - 12 people) $70 per person for a full day (6 hours)
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Private Instruction $25 per hour for 1 person (plus travel fee)
$20 per hour for 2 or more (plus travel fee)
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Travel Fee: Add $100 per session for North Shore or Taylors Falls
Dates and Times
Call (218) 726-6257 to arrange your own dates and times.
10-day advanced notice is preferred.
Climbing Sites Available
Ely's Peak - friendly, forested climbs near Duluth
Whoopie Wall - a small urban crag, right in the city of Duluth
Silver Cliff - tall cliffs on the North Shore of Lake Superior
Shovel Point - beautiful sea cliffs right above Lake Superior
Palisade Head - steep, dramatic sea cliffs - intermediate to advanced
Carlton Peak - a scenic dome of rock on the North Shore
Taylors Falls - great climbs north of the Twin Cities
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Our instructors will meet you at your chosen location.
Equipment
All equipment is provided and included in the cost.
You provide:
- clothing and shoes for all weather
- a filled water bottle
- snacks and/or lunch
UMD Climbing Walls
Climbing Sessions for Your Group
Groups of up to 15 people can reserve the climbing walls for private sessions. Equipment and customized instruction based on your group’s goals are provided. Goals include exploring group trust, communication, team building and just having fun.
Reservation times are based on availability.
$80/hour/group for a 1, 1.5 or 2 hour block
Birthday Parties on the Wall
Great fun for kids ages 7 and up! Parties include private use of the climbing wall, instruction, equipment, treats hidden on the wall for climbers to find and a free climbing session pass for the birthday person.
Max group size is 12.
$85/hour/group for a 1, 1.5 or 2 hour block
Call 218-726-6257 at least 2 weeks in advance to make your group reservation. Note: Each person under 18 years old must bring a guardian signed liability waiver. Waivers are available on-line at www.umdrsop.org
