Rappelling Clinics for Adults, Youth and Troop Leadership Sponsored by: Simon Kenton Council, Boy Scouts of America What: Rappelling Clinic - A weekend training clinic combining rappelling skills with fun and fellowship. Rappel Master - An individual who is qualified to lead his unit on a rappelling outing. A Rappel Master will be required to file a permit for rappelling. How: To be qualified as a Rappel Master, an individual must pass both the basic and intern portions of the program. This will require at least two weekends. There are exceptions. Who: For adults, Scouts (14 and older) & troop leadership of Simon Kenton Council. Where: Camp Falling Rock, Licking County, Ohio When: Friday evening through Sunday afternoon. We will meet at Camp Falling Rock between 7:00 and 7:30 P.M. at the dining hall. Prompt arrival appreciated. Why: The objectives of the Rappelling Clinic are two-fold: 1) To help young Scouts and novices learn safe and proper rappelling techniques. 2) To qualify the more experienced participants as Rappel Masters Cost: Depends upon 1) if you are a first time attendee, a non registered Scout or Scouter or 2) a returning attendee as a registered Scout or Scouter or a RappellMaster. Please see the clinic form for the appropriate year for current prices. The cost includes food, lodging, program materials and equipment. Each "first time" participant will receive a locking D-ring, 65 page Rappelling Course Manual, 18 foot section of webbing, a patch, and a 5 and 9 foot of prussic line. Pre-register at least one week ahead to get the discount in price. Registration: Registration for the Rappelling Clinic can only be made by returning the sign up/registration sheet (please duplicate as needed) and send appropriate fee to: Rappelling Clinic Registration Simon Kenton Council B.S.A. 1901 East Dublin Granville Rd. PO Box 29207 |