Conrad Anker: The Wildest Dream: The Conquest of Everest

Date: 8/7/2010

Event Location: Bailey's Crossroads REI

Event Fee: Free

Time: 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Join American mountaineer Conrad Anker for a rare behind-the-scenes look at the story behind The Wildest Dream: Conquest of Everest, the new National Geographic film in which he stars. Conrad will share his experiences on Everest, ranging from his discovery of the body of legendary climber George Mallory in 1999, to making the new film - a compelling account of adventure and courage on his recent climb to the top. With spectacular film footage, stunning photos, and thrilling stories, Conrad will show you how he retraced George Mallory's steps to the summit of Everest in an attempt to provide new clues to the enduring mystery of his disappearance.

Conrad will be here at REI Bailey's for a presentation at 2:00 PM on Saturday, August 7th.

Address:

Bailey's Crossroads REI

3509 Carlin Springs Rd

Bailey's Crossroads, VA 22041

(703) 379-9400

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Roc Comp Pancake Breakfast!

Thanks for coming out to our Climbers Happy Hour! We raised money that will go right back to your local climbing areas.

If you're headed out to Earth Treks Roc Comp this weekend, look for us.

Friday 4/23 we'll be in the Vendors Village at Earth Treks Columbia. Come visit us and and all of the other reps from your favorite organizations.

Saturday 4/24 we'll be hosting a Pancake Breakfast!

$10

10-Noon at ET, Timonium.

Proceeds will benefit Mid Atlantic Climbers and the Access Fund. Then stick around for the awards of the citizen comp, semi-finals and of course finals!

Oh yeah, after-party too!

See you there!

CLIMBERS HAPPY HOUR Fundraiser

Happy Hour Fundraiser and ROC COMP Kick-off!

How do you kick-off the biggest climbing comp of the year? With a big party!

Thursday, April 22, 2010 at 5pm - 9pm
At the Madam's Organ Bar in the Adam's Morgan neighborhood of Washington, DC Get Directions.

Spend some quality time with your fellow climbers and raise money to support local climbing. A percentage of the nights food and alcohol purchases will go to Mid Atlantic Climbers. But there are a few other reasons to come out too!

Mid Atlantic Climbers will be announcing the winner of our T-shirt Design Contest, and awarding the artist a brand spankin' new Metolius Bouldering Pad!

We'll also be raffling off sweet gear!

Check it out! Happy Hour Event on Facebook

This event will also kick-off an awesome weekend of local climbing!

Be sure to check out the Earth Treks ROC COMP Fri 4/23 and Sat 4/24 if you haven't yet heard, this is shaping up to be the event of the year! You just might bump into a celebrity!

ROC COMP info from Earth Treks

ROC COMP Event on Facebook

Action Alert - NY State Parks

Access Alert - NY State Budget Shortfall puts Peter's Kill on the chopping block!
Due to an historic $8 billion budget gap, NY State Governor Paterson recently proposed closing 55 parks and historic sites (Full List), including the Peter's Kill climbing area in Minnewaska State Park.
Take Actions!
We're asking climbers to speak up and let the NY State Parks Dept know that closing parks is not the solution.
The Access Fund has a quick and easy way to voice your opinion and keep these parks open.
Other Resources:Full article from NY Times
Press Release from NY State Parks Department

HERA/MAC Chili Cook-off

Howdy Ya'll !

The HERA Climb4Life event is starting this weekend and we're proud to be hosting the first-ever Climb4Life climber picnic and chili cook-off!

Where: Carderock Recreation Area, MD
When: Sunday, March 14, 2010
12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

This informal gathering at Carderock Recreation Area , MD is a great opportunity to swap stories and belays and to show off your culinary expertise. We'll be sampling chili and giving away some prizes, raffles too.

Bring your climbing gear and check out what Carderock has to offer (top roping and bouldering).

CHILI COOK OFF GUIDELINES:
• Anything goes may the best chili win!
• Participants must bring a closed container to be rested above a catering candle sterno candles
provided) Bring enough for judging and sharing.
• Participants and spectators must bring their own bowls & eating utencils.

Mid Atlantic Climbers is participating in the 5th Annual HERA - Climb4Life Event and you should too!

Last year, the Greater Washington DC community brought together over 450 climbers who helped raise over $60,000 to support Ovarian Cancer Research.

This year HERA Women's Cancer Foundation is bringing the Climb4Life Event to DC - March 13th -19th. With a goal to promote awareness and raise money.

How can I get involved?
Join our team Eyes In The Sky and come out to the HERA events .

From the HERA website:

"Registration Fees:
Your $30 registration fee is a donation to HERA and includes:

• Admission to Kick-Off and Climbers' Festival


• A goodie bag filled with coupons and gifts


• Four days of free climbing at Sportrock: 2 at Sterling, 2
  at Alexandria (valid 3/14 - 3/21)


• Discounts on classes and memberships at Sportrock


• Expert unlimited Power Yoga at Dancing Mind Yoga, (valid 3/13 – 3/21)


• Clinics with pro-climbers,


• Discounts with REI Outdoor School


• A special slideshow presentation by a guest pro-climber


• Global Mala Event – 108 Sun Salutations - celebrate life!"

Challenge yourself and help the HERA Women’s Cancer Foundation fight ovarian cancer!

By participating in HERA Climb4Life, you can help save lives.

Who Wants a Free Bouldering Pad?

Mid-Atlantic Climbers (MAC) is looking to you for our next great

T-shirt.

Do you have computer/art skills? Do you have a clever pun, or an idea for a hip design? Imagine seeing folks at the crag wearing your design!


What should the design be about?
Thats entirely up to you, all we ask is that our name and logo are featured.

Why should I enter?
We're giving away a Metoliuos Bouldering pad to the winning design! We will be unvailing the amazing shirt and awarding the winner at our Happy-Hour Fundraiser in Adams Morgan, DC -- more news to come on this event soon!

So how do I get started?
In 3 easy steps:

1. Download our Contest Zip File (which contains our logo & a handy t-shirt templates)
2. Create your design(s)
3. Send in your entry(s) at contest@midatlanticclimbers.org before Midnight on March 25th 2010

We have provided documents for you to work with and guidelines for your entry so please check out the FULL CONTEST RULES on our webpage.

DEADLINE: Complete submissions must be received by Midnight March 25th 2010