BEGIN:VCALENDAR METHOD:PUBLISH CALSCALE:GREGORIAN PRODID:-//EVDB//www.eventful.com//EN VERSION:2.0 X-WR-CALNAME:Intro to Outdoor Rock Climbing in Los Angeles at Arcadia REI - Eventful BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20091010T080000 DTSTAMP:20090920T104328Z SUMMARY:Intro to Outdoor Rock Climbing DESCRIPTION: Come learn the basics of vertical climbing in a natural s etting. We?ll focus on building solid fundamental skills such as belay ing\, crack climbing technique\, face climbing technique and maneuveri ng through the "crux" (most difficult section) of a climb. If you've o nly climbed inside or you are looking to explore climbing for the firs t time\, this is your opportunity to practice with professional rock c limbing instructors. We provide harnesses\, helmets and all the necess ary gear for you to try out this fun and challenging sport! Recommende d for those 14 and older\; those under 18 must be accompanied by paren t or responsible adult. TIME: 8:00am - 3:00pm WHERE TO MEET: Meet at the location or REI store listed below. If the program meets at a l ocation other than a REI store\, a member of the Outdoor School staff will contact you to coordinate directions. October 10th REI Arcadia WHAT TO BRING: -Quick-dry shirt and hiking pants. If the forecast is for cool temperatures\, bring along a fleece jacket or windproof shell too. -Water-resistant or waterproof jacket/anorak in case of rain - Sturdy trail shoes or hiking boots\, with moisture-wicking socks. -Yo ur personal climbing shoes (if you have them. -A water bottle\, such as a bicycle style or Nalgene\, filled with drinking water\, juice\, e tc. -Sun protection (sunscreen and wide brim hats w/ retainers) and s unglasses with retainers. -Bag lunch and snacks. -Your daypack. -Li ghtweight camp chair or insulate pad for sitting on (optional\, but ni ce to have) REI OUTDOOR SCHOOL PROVIDES: -All instruction and climbi ng equipment including harness\, helmet\, belay equipment\, climbing s hoes and all other climbing supplies. -Transportation between REI and trailhead\, except when outing meets at venue. -All park entry fees for riders in the REI Outdoor School van. -Group medical supplies and area maps. REI Outdoor School Cancellation Policy: To be courteous to all customers\, we request you notify REI Outdoor School at least 4 8 hours prior to the trip if you intend to cancel\; late cancellations will not be refunded. Class or Outing cancellations on the part of RE I Outdoor School will be refunded in full\, regardless of timeframe. I nclement weather does not necessarily cancel an event\; REI Outdoor Sc hool will contact you in the event of a cancellation. 100% Satisfacti on Guarantee: REI Outdoor School strives to provide the best outdoor education programs possible. Our 100% guarantee ensures that our class es and outings at REI Outdoor School meet your high standards?or we wi ll gladly offer your choice of a refund or a chance to re-take the cla ss/outing. Waitlists: In order to keep our instruction personable\, space on our classes and outings is limited. If you are interested in an activity that has filled\, we would be happy to place you on a wait list for that event. If space opens\, we will contact the list in the order you signed up\, but we are unable to hold that spot if we?re una ble to speak with you directly. Providing us with your best contact in formation increases your chances of joining us. Availability: Classe s and outings are subject to change due to circumstances beyond our co ntrol. Should a program be cancelled or a rescheduled\, all registered participants will be notified. LOCATION:Arcadia REI @ California, United States SEQUENCE:1253443408 UID:E0-001-006916658-8 URL:http://eventful.com/E0-001-006916658-8 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR