Join us for a day dedicated to giving back to our beloved climbing area at Great Falls National Park. This is your chance to learn about The Mid Atlantic Climbers' work, help maintain and beautify one of our favorite climbing spots while connecting with fellow climbers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Park entrance fee's will be waived for volunteers for this event, just tell the entrance fee collector that you are there for the volunteer service event.
We will be meeting in front of the Great Falls Visitor's Center at 9a. It is a short walk from the climbers lot, which is where we will have lunch and climb in the afternoon, so it is still recommended to park in the climber's lot (immediate right at the entrance kiosk). Mid Atlantic Climbers will have a table set up in front of the visitor's center.
There is limited cell service at Great Falls, so please plan accordingly and try to arrive early.
9:00 - Meet at Great Falls Visitor Center
9:30 -12:30 Invasive species removal
12:30 - 1:30 Lunch - Sandwich bar and water will be provided. Please bring a reusable plate or bowl and water bottle!
1:30 - 3 (later if people want to stay) Open Climbing, MAC Volunteers will set up a couple top ropes for people to climb on.
Remember to wear closed-toed shoes, long pants, and long sleeves (there is sometimes poison ivy present). Bring a water bottle and your climbing gear - shoes, harness, and helmet. If you need to borrow gear, there may be an opportunity to if you let me know what you need.
What to Bring:
Comfortable clothing suitable for both work and climbing
Work gloves (if you have a pair)
Climbing gear (if you have it)
Water bottle and any personal snacks
Bring your own reusable plate and utensil for lunch.
Let's make a difference while having fun—see you at Crag Stewardship Day!