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Trip Information
Name: Intermediate Sport Climbing
Starts: Sun May 03, 2026 06:00
Return: Sun May 03, 2026 13:00

Registration opens: Sun Apr 26, 2026
Event category: Rock Climbing
Difficulty grade: A5  [?]
For members only: No
Screening used: Yes
Max participants: 4

Organizer: Raj Rai
Profile info:
Trip Planning Questions

1.Can you lead belay outdoors in a safe manner (knowing when and how to give a hard/soft catch)?

2. Can you lead, setup, and clean anchors?

3. Are you able to top rope 11- routes?

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Participant Information

 Trip details

Fern Hill has a lot of fun 5.11-5.12 routes. Early start to the day. meet at the St.Davids church 6am. There is a 15 min hike to the crag.

Requirements:

Crag is mostly 5.11/5.12 routes with a couple easier routes. So you should be able to at least top rope 5.11- in order to enjoy this area. You should also be able to clean anchors and give a soft catch. 

Gear: Harness, rock shoes, chalk bag, and belay device, personal anchor system, anchor material, rope, ~12 quick draws, . We will discuss shared gear in the chat (rope, anchor material, and draws).

 Food/Drinks : Bring enough food and water for ~6 hours at the crag (~2 or 3L of water, snacks, lunch... maybe a second lunch).

Time: We will meet at St.Davids Church (https://maps.app.goo.gl/pKMN9jRJGQuF4YF58?g_st=ic) at 6:00am. Expect to return at Approx by 1:00pm. We will carpool at this location.

 

 

Weather, Route Info: 

We will be climbing if the rock is dry. If no heavy rain the day prior and 40% or less chance of precipitation

Crag info: https://www.mountainproject.com/area/106327522/fern-hill

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