Situated in the heart of Kentucky and boasting a vast network of routes, the Red River Gorge is the premier climbing destination east of the Mississippi. Covering a large area of national forest and private land, the sandstone cliffs of the the Red River Gorge provide endless climbing possibilities for enthusiasts of all skill levels.
Red River Gorge Climbing Retreat
- Regular price
- $1,875.00 USD
- Sale price
- $1,875.00 USD
- Regular price
What's Included & Not Included
What's Included & Not Included
Included:
- All rock climbing gear.
- Three days of guided climbing
- All meals, including Friday breakfast through Sunday lunch, and Thursday night snacks.
- 3 nights of lodging.
Not Included:
- Gratuities to guides. We recommend between 15-25% depending on your experience.
- Trip protection. We will host this retreat rain or shine. If the weather is poor we will propose alternative activities such as technical skills lessons (anchor building, self-rescue, multi-pitch) or hiking. While we can't predict the weather, we have chosen these dates because they present us the driest weather without being too hot.
Cancellation & Trip Insurance
Cancellation & Trip Insurance
We will host this retreat rain or shine. If the weather is poor we will propose alternative activities such as technical skills lessons (anchor building, self-rescue, multi-pitch) or hiking. If poor weather would make you want to cancel we recommend looking into our Cancel For Any Reason option.
Here is a link to our cancellation policy. We strongly suggest purchasing trip insurance to protect your investment.
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Example Schedule
Day 1
Starting at 6pm, we'll have check-in and happy hour, followed by introductions before a good night's sleep.
Day 2
We'll start the day off right with a good breakfast, then drive one mile to Muir Valley for a full day of climbing! At 4pm, we'll head back to BedRock for dinner and a campfire.
Day 3
Following a solid breakfast, we'll head out for another fabulous and full day of climbing in the Red. After testing our mettle on rock, we'll enjoy another afternoon at BedRock with dinner and relaxation around a campfire.
Day 4
Day four has more Red River Gorge amazingness in store! After breakfast, we'll pack up before head out for our last full day of climbing. We will say our goodbyes at the crag.
FAQs
Age & Physical Requirements
- Ability to hike three miles over varied terrain while carrying a 15 lb backpack. Ability to do 20 squats.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
Travel Information
It is by far the easiest to fly into Lexington, KY (Lexington Bluebrass Airport). It’s a little over an hour from LEX to Muir Valley climbing area.
Climbers drive from the following cities, which you can also fly into for cheaper rates: Louisville, KY (SDF)
Cincinnati, OH (CVG)
Renting a car from the airport might be your best option. There are also airport transportation services. We will connect participants who are flying in so they can share car rentals and airport transfers
How many participants come by themselves?
The majority of women come to our clinics alone - somewhere around 95%. If you are hesitating to join because you would be coming solo, please know that we expect a majority of our participants to be joining by themselves, seeking community.
I'm an advanced climber. Will I be able to lead climb?
Due to the nature of this event and climbing in the mountains, we do not allow participants to lead on this trip. As a company policy, we do not permit climbers to lead without a guide on a rope next to them which is not possible while we are in the mountains.
During our crag days will spend our time focusing on learning and building multi-pitch skills and clients will not have the opportunity to lead climb.
What is the average age of the women who attend?
We generally have a wide range of ages at our retreats. The average tends to fall anywhere between the ages of 26 to 45. But we have had quite a few women in their 60's join as well. It really is up to the attitude and physical ability of the participant.
I've never climbed before, can I come?
ABSOLUTELY. We will have at least 4 instructors at the retreat so that we can accommodate a wide range of abilities. In fact, teaching people the basics of rock climbing is what we do best. The entire ethos of She Moves Mountains guiding is to remember what it felt like to try climbing for the first time. It's intimidating, but we will be with you ever step of the way.
What happens if it rains or the weather is poor?
All of our retreats are rain or snow or smoke or shine. We do our best to choose dates where this won't be an issue, but it's always a possibility. Even more so with the changing climate. If poor weather occurs we will propose alternative activities such as movement skills at the climbing gym, technical skills lessons such as anchor building or multi-pitch clinics, or hiking.
If poor weather will ruin your experience we suggest that you purchase "cancel for any reason" trip protection as we will not be providing any refunds due to weather related issues.
Can people with food allergies join?
People with food allergies are absolutely welcome to join us at our program! We have food options that are vegan, gluten free, lactose free. Of course, if it would make you more comfortable, you are also welcome to pack your own meals.
I am plus sized. Am I able to climb?
We aren't experts in this area as this is not the lived experience of our current instructor team. But we want you here and we are committed to making your experience a positive one.
If you can:
• Hike three miles over varied terrain while carrying a 15 lb backpack
• Do 20 squats
• Have good balance
• And maintain a positive attitude
CLIMBING IS FOR YOU!
Currently the most limiting factor is the ability to fit into a harness. We have harnesses that can accommodate up to a 56inch waist. We are looking into getting a fleet of fully adjustable harnesses before next season starts.
If you want to learn more from plus sized climbers I highly recommend looking into Climb Big. Climb Big is an organization with a mission to "Make climbing more accessible for fat folx."
Are payment plans available?
Yes we have two types of payment options. Please visit our Payment Plans page for more information.
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