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FAMILY ROCK CLIMBING

  • Full and 1/2 days available
  • Great for kids ages 5-16
  • 1 price for up to 4 people

    Make rock climbing the new outdoor activity that the whole family can enjoy together. It’ll be just you and your family with your own guide for the day – no set agenda or expectations here. This is a great way to introduce your kids to climbing (or if your child is already an avid climber, we can help you understand what it’s all about!). Full days are preferable in order to make the most out of your experience, but if you have younger children with shorter attention spans, we do have a half day option (Saturdays excluded). Please call the climbing school for more information on how your family can benefit from this special day.

    This is a Family Rock Climbing program. Parents and Guardians are free to participate or watch, but please plan on accompanying your kids for the entire length of the program.

    Family Rock Climbing
  • Family Rock Climbing

    Full day $350
    per family up to 4 people.

    Half day $195
    per family up to 4 people.


    Full Day Start/ End:
    9am to approximately 4pm.
    Groups will meet at the New Paltz Climbing School.


    Half Day Start/ End: (No Saturdays please)
    9am to approximately 12pm.
    or
    1pm to approximately 4pm.
    Groups will meet at the New Paltz Climbing School.
    Includes:
    Harness, helmet, climbing shoes, all technical rock climbing gear, personalized professional instruction.

    Does Not Include:
    $15 Mohonk Preserve climbing day-pass (Day-pass will be charged at time of reservation. Season Passes also available through Mohonk Preserve.), lodging, transportation (transportation alternatives from NYC), meals, backpack, personal gear and clothing.

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    WHAT TO BRING?

    Shop for Gear!
    Clothing- wear clothes appropriate for the day’s weather!
  • Fleece jacket (optional based on day’s weather)
  • Rain jacket w/hood
  • Loose fitting, quick dry pants or shorts (shorts should be mid thigh, pants stretchy fabric)
  • T-shirt or long sleeved shirt

    Footwear
  • Close toed shoes. Light hiking shoes or sneakers, no need for full-on boots. No sandals.

    Daypack
  • One that you could climb with, comfortably and carry your harness, helmet, shoes and other personal items.

    Food and Water
  • Water- at least one quart
  • Lunch and snacks- PB&J, bagel, trail mix, granola bars. Avoid soft fruits, as they don’t pack well.
  • Additional Items
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Bug spray
  • Camera

    EMS Climbing School will provide
  • Harness
  • Helmet
  • Climbing Shoes
  • Ropes and all technical climbing gear
  • If you’d like to use your own gear, your guide will look it over to approve it’s safety.

  • Missing anything on this list?
    Don't forget your 20% discount EMS coupon that comes with your Climbing School confirmation letter!