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gmggg
Feb 21, 2012, 7:40 PM
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jakedatc wrote: greg saturday could be ok for LW if it doesn't rain too much thurs-fri
I'd be down for that if you could do the morning, I've got to do some work in the evening.
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wideguy
Mar 13, 2012, 5:35 PM
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gmggg wrote: kosak wrote: There's been a proposal to install commercial zip lines in Quincy Quarries, and it seems that this would really impact any of the climbing that can be done there. Check it out: http://friendsofthebluehills.org/?p=4191 But they say that it won't  Here's the proposed layout: http://www.friendsofthebluehills.org/..._zipline_overlay.pdf I'm no fan of the quarries, but this is a particularly horrible idea, who's going to clean up all that shit when the zip line fad dies.
and they might actually provide overnight security to prevent further vandalism in the area.
Just playing devils advocate
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core
Mar 24, 2012, 2:43 AM
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If anybody cares, Crow Hill is mostly dry. Fisherman's wall is bone dry, a little seepage near Tarzan. Chockstone routes through Thin Line are wet, and a little seepage at the top of the practice face.
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robbovius
Mar 28, 2012, 5:07 PM
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wideguy wrote: gmggg wrote: kosak wrote: There's been a proposal to install commercial zip lines in Quincy Quarries, and it seems that this would really impact any of the climbing that can be done there. Check it out: http://friendsofthebluehills.org/?p=4191 But they say that it won't Here's the proposed layout: http://www.friendsofthebluehills.org/..._zipline_overlay.pdf I'm no fan of the quarries, but this is a particularly horrible idea, who's going to clean up all that shit when the zip line fad dies. looks like most of the lines will be through the wooded areas and not over the faces themselves. And several of these commercial operations have been growing all over for years, with no sign of passing quickly. and they might actually provide overnight security to prevent further vandalism in the area. Just playing devils advocate
hmmm. I see a proposed welcom center and playground and picnic area. does this mean the zipline company is buying the area, and if so, will they start charging addmision to climbers, or restricting climbing access over liability concerns?
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wideguy
Mar 30, 2012, 3:53 PM
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robbovius wrote: hmmm. I see a proposed welcom center and playground and picnic area. does this mean the zipline company is buying the area, and if so, will they start charging addmision to climbers, or restricting climbing access over liability concerns?
In reply to: Endriunas says his proposal is still at the conceptual stage, but says glide anchors would not interfere with current rock climbing practices. He adds that would provide amenities like bathrooms, a playground and additional parking.
Here's a link to his full proposal from the Friends of Blue Hills Website
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mnatti
May 2, 2012, 10:56 PM
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Just letting folks know that there will be a Red Rocks trail clean-up (Gloucester, MA) on Saturday May 12 from 10am until 2pm. The rain day is the 13th.
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zalastra
May 3, 2012, 7:25 PM
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Greetings rock dwelling types,
My wife and I recently moved into the New England area and are hoping to get back into climbing now that we have settled into our new home.
For regular day trips and short weekend, we are looking to stay in the Worcester and Boston areas. We need to refresh gear (our current ropes are 7 years old - not gonna trust those) but we hope we can get at least some new rope by the end of summer.
Would love to meet up with anyone for a crag or two. Families are encouraged - we will most likely bring our 3yr old daughter, as she wants to climb too.
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moveshhh
May 28, 2012, 5:23 PM
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Hey massholes
short backstory first
I'm from NH originally. I lived there for 20 years. I go to college and live in Arizona now. I got obsessed with climbing while in Arizona. I've only been climbing for about 6 months, but I absolutely love it. I'm living in Falmouth for the summer with my brothers family. My brother is starting an oyster farm and I'll be scuba diving with him on it all summer.
Anyway, what are the best routes within an hour or two of Falmouth? I can go pretty much anywhere on the cape and wouldn't mind going other places in mass for a day of climbing, as long as it's not more than a couple hours.
Also, if anyone is interested in climbing, let me know. I'd love to find a few people to go with. All I have are shoes, so bouldering is preferred unless you own more equipment.
edit: I've looked at the places listed around the cape and near me on the mainland. I'm looking for opinions of other cape climbers on the routes and other people to climb with.
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jenflygare
Jun 12, 2012, 4:57 PM
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Hi,
I don't know how to start a new thread, hopefully someone sees this! I'm Jen, and I'm looking for trad partners, hopefully around the same age (23-35). I can lead easy stuff (I'm a new leader) and I'd like to find people who can swing leads with me. I'd like to climb at the Gunks more. Hope to hear from people!
Jen
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wonderwoman
Jun 12, 2012, 5:14 PM
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jenflygare wrote: Hi, I don't know how to start a new thread, hopefully someone sees this!
More people will see it if you post a new thread. Go here:
http://www.rockclimbing.com/.../gforum.cgi?forum=7;
On the right, above 'Last Post', choose 'New Thread'.
Hope this helps, and I hope you find a partner!
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jenflygare
Jun 12, 2012, 5:39 PM
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Thanks!
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bonesz
Jun 28, 2012, 10:57 PM
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Wow...after ten long years the "thread" is still strong. *sniff* I'm so proud of the MASS CLIMBERS!
My son is 8 years old now...my daughter is 4. Both are insane abobout climbing (everything). I feel that I have convaleced long enough and need to be more active with my kids. I'm thinking QQ next weekend for an outing.
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jakedatc
Jul 2, 2012, 3:28 AM
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bonesz wrote: Wow...after ten long years the "thread" is still strong. *sniff* I'm so proud of the MASS CLIMBERS! My son is 8 years old now...my daughter is 4. Both are insane abobout climbing (everything). I feel that I have convaleced long enough and need to be more active with my kids. I'm thinking QQ next weekend for an outing. Perhaps I'll see you (some of you) there... Holysshit Bonez lives! was at Rumney this weekend.. still give a mental wave to Jules's cabin in Ashland on the way by.
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wideguy
Jul 2, 2012, 1:51 PM
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bonesz wrote: Wow...after ten long years the "thread" is still strong. *sniff* I'm so proud of the MASS CLIMBERS! My son is 8 years old now...my daughter is 4. Both are insane abobout climbing (everything). I feel that I have convaleced long enough and need to be more active with my kids. I'm thinking QQ next weekend for an outing. Perhaps I'll see you (some of you) there...
WOW WB Bonesz. I hope that plan works for you. Hoping to get back on rock for the first time in a few years myself. Won't be this weekend though
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jakedatc
Jul 2, 2012, 2:46 PM
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wideguy wrote: jakedatc wrote: was at Rumney this weekend.. still give a mental wave to Jules's cabin in Ashland on the way by. Had the same thought last month when I drove up that way. Funny how some things just kinda "stick"
she was actually home a few weeks ago but our schedules didn't match up to hang out.
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taualum23
Jul 24, 2012, 6:51 PM
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ZZZOOOOOOMMM...
Fly by drop in from a dude that never gets to climb anymore (boohoo, good job keeps me working too much and blessed with a family that keeps him busy), but whose oldest kid (now 4.5 yrs old) is starting to show some interest in climbing.....
Hope to see you all out there again someday.
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wonderwoman
Aug 8, 2012, 1:43 PM
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Hey Mass-friends! I was wondering if any folks were headed to the gunks this weekend. I need a ride back on Sunday night (8/12) and would be willing to contribute gas money & food. Please shoot me a PM if you can help a climber out!
Thanks,
Tiffany
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ben123324
Oct 10, 2012, 7:07 PM
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i'll be climbing CR sunday the 14th if anyone wants in. it's kinda dead lately. I've only seen one group out in the last month or two... it may be a bit damp, but its almost always like that with this kind of weather.
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wonderwoman
Oct 10, 2012, 9:17 PM
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You might get more bites if you start an individual thread in the East Coast section. Also, sign up here for the Boston meetup group. They have jaunts to CR:
http://www.meetup.com/bostonrocks/
You might be able to get rides from folks to some of the group outings. The next place they are going is to Echo Crag, which is an excellent place to start learning the basics of trad.
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ben123324
Oct 10, 2012, 11:11 PM
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ok, thanks, i joined. i wish i could go to a lot of these, but school 5 days/week and work on an irregular schedule prevent much fun... but i'm open to CR any fri sat sun if it doesn't conflict with work, so if anyone wants go go climbing there anytime then just let me know!
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wideguy
Oct 12, 2012, 3:26 PM
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taualum23 wrote: ZZZOOOOOOMMM... Fly by drop in from a dude that never gets to climb anymore (boohoo, good job keeps me working too much and blessed with a family that keeps him busy), but whose oldest kid (now 4.5 yrs old) is starting to show some interest in climbing..... Hope to see you all out there again someday.
Whaaaa??? You have a 4.6 yr old kid?!? My oldest is nearly 17, btw LOL
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jumaringjeff
Oct 16, 2012, 3:07 AM
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Hi everybody. Looks like most of the massclimber people I once knew are long gone, but hello anyway.
It's been nearly a year since I moved to California. It's been a very interesting experience, definitely quite challenging and humbling.
Anyways, I realized how long it had been since I've caught up with my dear old rock climbing friends, and since I'm trying to stay connected to my beloved New England roots, I thought I should come back and see how you all are doing.
Hope to hear from those of you I know, and make new friends along the way. Cheers!
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Gmburns2000
Oct 16, 2012, 12:37 PM
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I'm in Brazil. *waves*
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cracklover
Oct 16, 2012, 3:39 PM
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Jeff! Hello from Colorado! <waves>
GO
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