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OTG BOSTON

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Over the past couple of years I have hosted a few rec. climbs. Mostly the people who show up have never climbed before, and I can usually count on a few of my arborist buddies showing up to help me out. The rec. climbs have done a lot for me as far as improving my skill set and learning new techniques (thank you moss).

We've tried a few times to get a group of experienced climbers together, usually only a few show up.:bang:

Any ideas that will attract a larger group? I'm hoping to run a rec. climb in Boston in May as kind of a tune up for the New England TCC. No scoring or judging, just fun and collaboration with other climbers. I know of a few high level comp. climbers who I can get to show as long as we have enough interest.

Anybody interested???
 
Maybe you can print a flier that has all the relevant information on it.

Distribute the flier to the local shops that sell climbing gear.

Also, when you're driving around town and see a tree truck, stop by and give them a flier.

Pretend you're an old-time evangelist distributing fliers about an upcoming sermon.
 
Bob.....

We need to get together for a climb soon...I know a great spot in grafton with big old rock maples (Acer Sacrum: sorry been studying too much!) ....Its town property and guess who has a contract with the town?

Greg.....

I would love to climb with you guys, but driving all the way out to Boston is just crazy in my mind....who wants to go all the way out there....I feel sorry for those saps that put a suit on evrey day and commute to Boston:D
 
I like the flyer idea, will definately do that.

Dil, anyone who puts on a tie everyday, let alone a suit, deserves pity in my mind......
so what would it take to get you to make the ride? free lunch? t-shirt? Hooters girls? pony rides?

I've been pushing the higher-ups in the department to open the park for rec. climbing for a while now, all of a sudden the tide looks like its turning my way. When it happens I want to make a big showing.
 
I am a long shot on this one but I would also love to try climbing in this manner.
I'll be watching this post to see what happens. Do you need to bring your own equipment? :popcorn:
 
count me in. i know you guys wanted to go for this weekend but i cant make that one.

been along time since i last went up a tree without a saw on purpose.

let me know.


oldirty
 
I am definitely interested but I am sure you and moss already know that. You just have to get me the details as to when and where. If you can get me this info a month in advance that would be great so I can plan work and the trip accordingly.
I do have a bit of spare gear so I can help out how ever I can. Only thing I don't have extra is saddles. I just sold one a month ago and the one I am using now is getting pretty worn and the motion will be placing it.

The NJTCC in June 9th so I can definitely use some extra training. I probably will be starting next week.
 
I am definitely interested but I am sure you and moss already know that. You just have to get me the details as to when and where. If you can get me this info a month in advance that would be great so I can plan work and the trip accordingly.
I do have a bit of spare gear so I can help out how ever I can. Only thing I don't have extra is saddles. I just sold one a month ago and the one I am using now is getting pretty worn and the motion will be placing it.

The NJTCC in June 9th so I can definitely use some extra training. I probably will be starting next week.

Your appearance would be icing on the cake. We're all set with ropes and saddles for any that don't have them. We'll give you plenty of notice.
-moss
 
Once again pencil me in......I cant duck out of two in a row.

And if Dil doesnt want it can I have the pony ride? :clap:
 
me too!

I will be there come he!! or highwater. Just got called into work. That OTG guy is a slavedriver! Another fun friday night in Boston.:bang: I need a vacation!
 
Well if your offering a pony ride I will be there with ????ing bells on......

And if spare gear is needed look no further to the DillonTREE garage
 
no good homeowners!

What the heck is going on in Beantown at 8:00 with trees?

A private tree fell into the roadway. OTG is at foxwoods with the rest of the crew so I get stuck cleaning up the messes. The good news is the guy who owned it is a bit of a local celebrity (you'd recognise his ambulance chasing commercials) also the wife thought I was at work the whole time but I was at the pub sneaking a few after the work was done;)
 
Rec climb

I would like to help with the rec climb in May. I am on the NEC-ISA board and I think it might be able to be put on the web page. Email me if you want to chat [email protected]
 
update

Looks like May 12 is going to be the day. A friend of mine has graciously offered a location in Central Mass. so it will be an easier trip for all. I will pm details to those who are interested a few days before the event.

hey DonnyO, I lost everything at the casino, so you're not getting paid for fri night!:laugh:
 
The opportunity presented itself and it is only a month away. Hopefully by fall we'll have the FP program up and running.
 
Looks like May 12 is going to be the day. A friend of mine has graciously offered a location in Central Mass. so it will be an easier trip for all. I will pm details to those who are interested a few days before the event.

hey DonnyO, I lost everything at the casino, so you're not getting paid for fri night!:laugh:

Where in central MASS??? thats an easy trip for me
 
Please PM me the details of the exact location now if you could. I know Andrew gave me an open invitation at his house but I might be bringing another climber. Moss, he climbed with us when you came down. But not sure on him being he had a heart attack last year and has been talking it easy.
So I was gonna get a hotel and hang for the weekend. As well what size tree you have available? Hope you have some big ones.
 
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