I don’t fancy myself a particularly coordinated person. In fact, walking on the snowy paths around campus I frequently find myself tripping and have even body planted in the snow a time or two. Needless to say, I was a little apprehensive about trying climbing at the new rock gym. But, how could I pass up the opportunity to learn from some of my knowledgeable classmates?
So, last Friday Kate and I headed to the climbing gym where she wowed me with her amazing patience and instructional skills. That girl is TALENTED and I’m not even talking about her actual climbing skills (which are also incredible!). She taught me how to put on a harness, how to belay, climbing lingo, and various climbing techniques. Three hours later, we were joined by Jess W. Jay, John, and Dave. This group is so supportive and fun to learn how to climb with. Kate and Dave are beautiful to watch climb and they are such great teachers. Jay is always cheering everyone on and Jess W. talks me through my mind blocks on the wall.
I am so excited to have my classmates as climbing buddies. This group of graduate students has such a diverse body of knowledge and I’m glad that I’m getting the opportunity to experience their unique skills outside of the classroom!
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March 10, 2007 at 6:54 pm
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Climbing route diagrams: Alpinaut.com.