Hammond Pond Newton Rock Climbing Event
One Day Escape (Part II)
The Boston Rock Gym Offers Second Date for Sold Out One Day Outdoor Climbing Escape
WHAT: Due to the overwhelming success of its first one day escape, Boston Rock Gym is offering locals a second opportunity to get out and experience the city on Saturday, September 28, 2013 with its One Day Escape (Part II) in partnership with the soon to open Cook Restaurant.
Climbers will meet at the scenic Hammond Pond, located in Newton, MA(just a short T-ride away for all the city dwellers) at 9:00AM where they’ll meet their climbing group and expert outdoor instructor for a one-of-a-kind day outdoors. The group will learn all of the basics of outdoor rock climbing including tying knots, appropriate climbing gear, proper climbing and rappelling techniques before they head out on the rocks and begin to climb.
Following the introduction class, the group will enjoy a gourmet picnic-style lunch from the much anticipated second restaurant of Chef Paul Turano, “Cook,” located in Newton, MA. Whether an experienced indoor climber or someone just looking for a fun, this all-inclusive outdoor excursion is only $65 per person and has something for everyone!
WHERE: Hammond Pond, Hammond Pond Parkway, Newton, MA 02467. Class meets in parking lot by MDC sign.
WHEN: Saturday, September 28th, 2013 from 9:00AM to 3:00PM
COST: $65 per person. Bagged lunch and all equipment is included.
RSVP: Pre-registration is necessary and can be done by calling the Boston Rock Gym at (781) 935-7325.
About Boston Rock Gym:
The Boston Rock Gym is New England’s premier indoor rock gym, offering the best in climbing terrain and instruction at their state-of-the-art rock gym located just outside of Boston in Woburn, Massachusetts. The second oldest rock gym in the United States, Boston Rock Gym offers group and individual lessons, technique classes for beginner to advanced climbers, various levels of membership, climbing competitions, outdoor excursions, equipment demos, youth programs, team building, corporate and special events, birthday parties and gift certificates. An industry leader in certified instructors and outdoor educators, the Boston Rock Gym staff helped to pioneer the Rock Wall Instructor Certification Course with The Climbing Wall Association and The American Mountain Guide Association, and nearly all team members are certified Rock Wall Instructors. The Boston Rock Gym is located at 78 Olympia Avenue Woburn, MA 01801. Hours are Monday-Friday: 12PM to 10PM, Saturday: 10AM to 10PM and Sunday: 10AM to 6PM. For more information call (781) 935-7325 or visi twww.bostonrockgym.com.
I was rock-climbing there twenty years before you people turned it into a sport requiring $600 spandex climbing outfits.