Events & Clinics
Climbing Clinics (FREE)
A tribute to the dirtbag climber whose motto is “something for nothing”, FREE technical classes held the last Thursday of every month. Non-members are welcome, but they must email outdoors@pobox.upenn.edu prior to the clinic to be placed on the registry.
NO REGISTRATION…JUST SHOW UP!
Past Clinics:
- How Hard is Your Core
- Advanced Climbing Knots and Hitches
- Ascending the Rope
- In’s and Out’s of Traditional Gear
- Passing a Knot While Repelling
- How to Use a Reverso or ATC Guide
Competitions
How good are you at defying gravity. Well put your money where your mouth is and register for one of our 2 annual climbing competitions. Winners take home great swag from our sponsors.
Penn Pull Down
- Fall Semester Bouldering Competition
- Date: TBA but if you must know, it is typically in mid Nov.
Spring Slap
- Spring Semester Bouldering Competition
- Date: TBA but if you must know, it is typically in late March, early April.
Slide Shows
Transport yourself to foreign countries and big mountains through local shows. We host slide shows presented by local climbers, organize transportation for the Banff Mountain Film Festival, and occasionally have famous climbers visit the Philadelphia area. Past presenters have been Ivan Greene and Michael Reardon. If you have a suggestion please email outdoors@pobox.upenn.edu.