December 2024 – Indoor Climbing Lock-in @ Vertical Rock

What: December 2024 – Indoor Climbing Night @ Vertical Rock

When:  Friday, December 20 – 8:45 PM to Saturday, December 21 – 7:00 AM

Where:  Vertical Rock – 10225 Nokesville Rd, Manassas, VA 20110

Transportation will NOT be provided

Event Details: We’ll be meeting at Vertical Rock in Manassas. Scouts should arrive by 8:45 PM as climbing instruction will start promptly at 9:00 PM. Scouts will have two hours of instruction and supervision on the indoor rock walls. For those who aren’t comfortable with the heights, there is a bouldering wall that does not require ropes.

Additionally, there is an option for scouts to earn the Climbing merit badge for an additional $65. All scouts who elect to take the Climbing merit badge program will need to arrive ready to climb at 7:00 PM. *NOTE—For this program to happen, at least five scouts must be registered.

We’ll have pizza, snacks, and drinks during the evening. Scouts should arrive having eaten dinner.

While this is a lock-in, Scouts should bring a sleeping bag and items like a water bottle, toothbrush, and toothpaste.

Uniform: Wear athletic clothing that allows for movement. Sneakers are needed for climbing – no Crocs or sandals.

Event Open to: Scouts (12+) and Adults

Registration Deadline: Tuesday, December 17th

Registration Fee: $40.00 (per person)—This includes climbing instruction, harness rental, and pizza/snacks/drinks supplied by the Troop.   

If your scout is participating in the Climbing merit badge class they will need to pay an additional $65 for a total of $105.

Registration Link: Click here for the registration link
Password: See Troop Emails for password

Liability Waiver: Please watch the video and complete this waiver before arriving on Friday.

Note: Once you have signed the waiver, you’ll need to check your email and click the confirmation link to successfully submit.

Cellphone Policy: Cell phones are a prohibited item as per troop policy.  Troop 964 will not be responsible for lost, stolen, or broken cell phones.  Parents and scouts not in agreement with this policy should refrain from attending this troop event.

Scout Behavior: Please discuss with your scout that living up to the Scout Oath and Law is expected at all Troop 964 Events or events attended with Troop 964. Troop 964 will not tolerate harassment of any kind.  Unit Leaders will have a (1) strike policy.  Parents will be contacted to pick up their scout if any behavior issues are encountered.  This is non-negotiable.