Rock Climbing at Hangar 18

One of the warm-up events for Men in the Arena involved climbing and a high ropes course at Hangar 18, the local indoor gym. A group of 20 boys traveled with Mr. Harris, Mr. Lawrence, and me to the gym early Monday morning in an attempt to climb slightly out of our comfort zones. Thanks to Mr. Nichols for these pictures.

Nick tests himself on a yellow pinch route, while Adam scrambles up in the background.

Cole ('14) on the high ropes course.

Cole ('13) on the bouldering wall.

Cameron repels on Mr. Lawrence's expert belay.

Rock Climbing at Hangar 18

Twice a week, the students in Outdoor Activities head to Hangar 18 for some rock climbing. This year's crew has developed an outstanding skill set. While Peter and Kevin have now moved to V3's in bouldering, Kate, Jake, Orange, Tinnie, Nicolette, Yiwa and Marja continue to scale the high routes with rope and harness.

Yiwa belays Marja while Tinnie enjoys her descent.

Peter makes quick work of a blue jug route.

Trusting your partner is essential to repelling. Jake has earned pretty much everyone's trust with his reliable work.

Kevin emerges from the cave and a near horizontal start.

Below, Yiwa and Kate take a break from problem-solving.