Climbing Rocks!

Elaina July 15, 2012
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The crew flashes their WV sign

The week flew by and we are sad to see our campers go! We had a blast getting to know each of them and watching them learn new skills and making new lasting friendships. Thanks for joining us and we hope to see you guys all again next summer! Here are a couple of nuggets about each camper that we’d like to share:

Sam:
We appreciate your witty sense of humor and your candid remarks and observations kept us in stitches! We wish we had a tape recorder so we could remember all of the funny things that came out of your mouth.

 

 

Rachel:
You’re a talented climber and you always kept things light and fun. We’ve never seen anyone else fly through books like you did and really enjoyed learning about your awesome baking with fondant skills. That rock climbing cake looked amazing!

 

 

Spencer:
You started out the strong silent type but really loosened up by the end of the week. Thanks for the tunes at the crag and being the friendly, cool guy that you are .

 

 

Emily:
Your energy is infectious and your smile really shines. You took climbing flair to a whole other level. We hope that climbing continues to bring you joy and many new adventures to come.

 

 

Brin:
You are a rock star! It’s been awesome watching you progress as a climber over the last couple of years. You move over the rock like a pro and it’s awesome to see you crushing routes that weren’t as easy for you a year ago. Keep crushing!

 

Julia:
Our zen gardener and friend to all creatures big and small! You have great determination on the rock and a mind for the technical skills. You picked up gear placements so fast and can high step like nobody’s business!

 

Caroline:
You were a huge help to everyone, always eager to volunteer to belay or lend a hand whenever needed without complaint. Your climbing has improved so much since we first climbed with you a couple of years ago and we’re proud of the progress you’ve made from camper to Junior Counselor. Continue to lead by example and with a compassionate heart.

 

Conner:
It is obvious that you love rock climbing so much and your hand jamming “gobies” prove it. You were always stepping up to lend a hand when called upon and we thank you for that.  We hope you got enough climbing in this week, although I think if your fingers were bleeding (and at times they were!) we’d still have to pry you away kicking and screaming!

About Elaina

Elaina is the owner of New River Mountain Guides and has pursued climbing as a career for 17 years. She is the first woman in the Mid-Atlantic to achieve the Rock Instructor Certification from the American Mountain Guide Association. She's competed in national climbing competitions, established numerous first female ascents across the US and Mexico, and is sponsored by Evolv Climbing Shoes and Sterling Rope. Elaina believes strongly in the importance of being a well rounded climber and it shows in her climbing technique and footwork. She loves all forms of rock climbing...sport, trad, and bouldering. She has travelled extensively across the globe, and has climbed in many of the world's premiere climbing destinations from Mexico to Canada and across Europe. Out of all of her travels the New River Gorge, WV is one of her favorites because of the diverse and endless climbing possibilities it offers. The New has amazing sport climbs, splitter trad climbs and above all it requires the ability to problem solve and impeccable technique...all in all the perfect classroom for honing ones climbing skills.
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One Response to Climbing Rocks!

  1. Pam Aronow says:
    July 15, 2012 at 2:00 pm

    What a great experience for Julia. Thanks for the wrap-up pics and blog. Thanks so much to Bonnie, Jeff and Elaina. What a well-run camp. Julia learned a lot and had so much fun. We’ll probably be seeing you next year! Hip Hip Hurray!

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