NZAC 'Create a Classic' bolting workshops - Nov 08.
22 October 2008 - 2:27pm
NZAC 'Create a Classic' bolting workshop
This weekend course will focus on all aspects of creating a new bolted route, from drilling and placement techniques to envisioning a quality new route with good bolting ethics.
Kester Brown has created a bunch of great rock routes and is passing on information and skills to help you do the same.
How to Apply: There is only space for 6 people on the weekend and is aimed at experienced rock climbers.
Cost: $100 per member ($190 for non-members) and includes instruction and all bolting equipment costs. This course is subsidized by the alpine club.
Where and When:
November 22/23, Mangaokewa, Te Kuiti.
November 29/30, Port Hills, Christchurch.
Contact chris@alpineclub.org.nz for further information
Sweet! ...wish I was there and could participate again... :cry:
...and hopefully there will be a bit of discussion about re-/retro-bolting as well.
(just a thought, considering how much is going on around Chch right at the moment)