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Touch the Earth CLIMBING WALL & BOULDERING CAVE Inquiries: 404-413-1772

WALL HOURS OF OPERATION Apr. 24-May 4: Mon-Fri. 12-3 p.m. June 4-July 31: Mon-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Closed when student classes are on break. Bouldering Cave open during normal building hours. FREE CLIMBING ANYTIME No certification required. Bring your PantherCard. All equipment provided. BELAY CERTIFICATION CLINICS Includes belay skills, policies and procedures, and a written and practical test. Certification valid for one year. Register 24 hours in advance at the TTE front desk. Belay Clinics are held every other Wednesday, 5-8 p.m., June 4-July 31. Belay Clinic Cost: $2, $4, $6 CERTIFICATION CHALLENGE AND RENEWAL

For a certification renewal, you can demonstrate practical skills to the on-duty climbing supervisor at no cost. Experienced climbers may take the written and practical tests without the clinic. Certification is valid for one year. By appointment only. Challenge: $2, $4, $6

KIDS CLIMB

Children ages 8-18 may use the Climbing Wall when supervised and belayed by a certified parent, guardian or climbing wall staff.

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LEAD CLIMBING

BOULDERING CAVE

Experienced climbers may lead climb routes during normal hours. You must follow the designated lead route. Ask about a Lead Climbing Certification Clinic to certify or challenge out. You must prove significant belay experience before taking the Lead Climbing Clinic. Cost: $5, $8, $10

The cave has both vertical and horizontal overhanging terrain. Any skill level may use it in a “no ropes� bouldering format. It is located across from racquetball court #4 adjacent to the Climbing Wall. Check in with the Climbing Wall attendant.

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