When you think about DC climbing, images of the steep and difficult climbs over the Potomac River are some of the first things that come to mind. Great Falls is where many of the climbers in this area first learned to climb outside, and one of the busiest National Park units around. Join Mid Atlantic Climbers on Saturday, September 26th for a day of stewardship with the National Park Service to give back to the Great Falls!
ScheduleRegistration: 8:15am Project work: 8:30am-1:00 pm Raffle: 1:00 pm |  |
What We’ll be Doing
We will be removing invasive species at the northern area of the park. While relatively low angle from a climber’s perspective, the park has asked us to rope up for this work. Big thanks to East Outdoors for their help with the rope work!
The work area has heavy overgrowth and there are thorns and vines. There may be ticks, snakes, or other wildlife so please be prepared. Please wear heavy clothing such as jeans and closed toe shoes. Some plants may be difficult to remove; we will use tools such as hand saws and loppers. All tools will be provided.
Registration
Where To Meet/How To Get There
We’ll be meeting in the northern part primary parking lot, as that’s where we’ll be working. After passing the entrance, continue straight ahead to the large parking area past the visitor center. If you don’t have a park pass, just tell the entrance station that you’re there for the volunteer event.
What To Bring
- Your climbing harness.
- Closed toed shoes
- Long, thick clothes for working in thorny overgrown vegetation.
- Working gloves (if you don’t have any, we will provide some)
- Water bottle
- Snacks
Questions?
Email us at adoptacrag@midatlanticclimbers.org.