Coopers Rock Charity Climb-a-thon
2012 Date and Time- TBD
All participants must register to participate prior to the day of the event. See registration info below.
What is a ‘Climb-a-thon’?
· A climb-a-thon is a fun way to raise money for a good cause. Like a walk-a-thon, sponsors donate money based upon the distance that you cover during the event. In this case, it’s based on the vertical feet of climbing that you do during the event. To bring difficulty into the equation, harder climbs are worth more “calculated distance” than easier climbs. Prizes will be awared to the climber covering the highest calculated distance, and to the climber that raises the highest donation amount.
What organization will benefit from my donations?
· The beneficiary of this year’s event is Love146. Love146 works toward the abolition of child sex slavery and exploitation through prevention and aftercare solutions while contributing to a growing abolition movement. You can find more information about Love146 at www.love146.org.
o In the US Love146 is a 501c3 non-profit organization.
o Love146 is a Better Business Bureau Accredited Charity.
Must I be an experienced climber to participate in this event?
· No, this event is suitable for anyone of moderate fitness. Feel free to call for more information about the physical requirements of the climbing.
How do I register to participate in this event?
· A non-refundable $20 registration fee must be paid via credit card or check to reserve your spot at the event. This fee will be deducted from your donation amount.
· All participants must complete a CRCG registration packet, which includes a medical form and waiver. Minor’s forms must be signed by a parent or legal (court appointed) guardian.
How do I collect donations?
· Sponsors indicate on the form how much they will pay per vertical foot that you climb during the event.
· A maximum donation may be indicated by individual sponsors.
· Sponsors may instead decide to sponsor participants with a flat fee donation.
· After the event calculate the amount owed by each sponsor, collect the money and submit by check (minus your $20 deposit) made out to ‘Love146’ to:
o CRCG
49 Fox Rd.
Aurora, WV 26705
· Donations must be submitted within two weeks of the event, by Saturday, October 22nd.
How is my distance climbed calculated?
· Each climb is measured, and its height and difficulty are indicated on the score sheet that you’ll carry with you on the day of the event.
· Harder climbs contribute more to your ‘calculated distance’ than easier ones and are taken into consideration using the chart below (don’t worry; we’ll do the math for you!). Your sponsors will donate based upon your ‘calculated distance’.
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Difficulty
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Multiplier
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Example
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Beginner (5.6 and below)
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1
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100 feet of climbing X 1=
100 ‘calculated feet’
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Intermediate (5.7-5.8)
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1.5
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100 feet of climbing X 1.5=
150 ‘calculated feet’
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Advanced (5.9-5.10)
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2
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100 feet of climbing X 2=
200 ‘calculated feet’
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Expert (5.11 and above)
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2.5
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100 feet of climbing X 2.5=
250 ‘calculated feet’
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What should I bring with me on the day of the event?
· Weather appropriate clothing that allows for freedom of movement.
· Closed toed shoes for hiking the short rocky trails to the climbing sites. Please no sandals, flip flops, etc.
· Water bottles
· Lunch and snacks
· Camera
· Daypack for carrying food, drinks, camera, climbing equipment, etc. from site to site.
· Climbing shoes, harnesses and helmets are provided for those that need them. All other technical equipment is provided (ropes, anchors, etc.).
· Personal climbing gear may be used by participants, but event coordinators reserve the right to inspect personal equipment and potentially require the use of the equipment provided at the event. Harnesses and helmets must be in good condition and CEN/UIAA approved.
Event Day Schedule (Oct. 8th)
9 -9:30 a.m. Participants Register at Pavilion #2
9:30-10 a.m. Briefing/Safety Talk
10 a.m. New Climbers- Demonstration/Additional Information
Experience Climbers- Climbing begins!
1 p.m. Climbing ends
-Submit score sheet in Pavilion #2
1:30 p.m. Announcement of ‘Calculated Distance’ award winner
-Awarding of prize
-Post Event Information
What else do I need to know?
· The minimum age for this event is 10 years old.
· All participants under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
· Only approved staff members working at the event are permitted to belay (i.e. manage the safety ropes).
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