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Closing early Saturday the 17th

Joe — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 20:48:02 +0000

We will be closing early this Saturday at 4PM in order to support the Beg, Borrow & Steele fund raiser. We will be open regular hours on Sunday.

20 NEW CLIMBS! NEW VOLUMES! Come see what FAR has for YOU!

Joe — Tue, 25 May 2010 15:13:33 +0000

We set 20 new problems on the slab wall last Thursday. Come by and check them out. And, if you like the two volumes we put up on the cave area…

there’s more to come when we set the barrel wall this Thursday.

Asana Crash Pad Sale!

Joe — Wed, 05 May 2010 23:54:35 +0000

Save 20% on all Asana crash pads in stock!

Route season is here!

Joe — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 20:11:43 +0000

The temps are climbing and route season is here. We have reset the barrel wall with lots of big holds and big moves to get you into proper route shape.

Renew your Ambassador Status @ the Sand Rock Hoe-Down Clean-up Saturday March 20th

Joe — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:03:25 +0000

First Ave Rocks will be attending the Sand rock Hoe-Down Clean-Up day Saturday, March 20th. Help do your part to make the south a bit less dirty.

This will be a chance for all First Ave Ambassadors to begin renewing their status or for new members to get their Ambassador status. Just like last year you MUST attend AT LEAST two trail days per year to qualify for the discounts @ HP 40. Be sure to sign in at our tent prior to collecting trash. Also be sure to wear your FAR shirt and represent!

Lunch served at 12:00 (free for all volunteers). Huge raffle after lunch and snacks, drinks, lunch and mini-prizes to all volunteers.

All proceeds go to help Sand Rock and local climbing access issues.
Contact Michael Cox at Bham1600@hotmail.com or Michelle Connell: mpconnell@coosahs.net
For more info: www.seclimbers.org

HP Rocks Comp Results Are Up!

Joe — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 17:53:50 +0000

Results from this years Horse Pens Rocks Climbing competition are up. Thanks to all of our sponsors for making it happen and thanks to everyone who came out to support us!

Kids Climbing Classes Start March 23rd. ONLY 4 SPOTS LEFT!

Joe — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 00:48:04 +0000

First Avenue Rocks kids classes start March 23rd – April 13th. This class is for kids age 8-13. Class will be held Tuesday and Thursday from 4-5pm and is just 80$ per child. We keep our groups small so your child receives the attention they need. Climbing experience will help but is not required. Call 205.320.2277 for more information or to sign up your kids today.

Yes, it’s snowing! YES, WE ARE OPEN!

Joe — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 17:58:59 +0000

What else are you going to do on a snowy day?

January 23rd Moss Rock Trail Day and Climbing Comp

Joe — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 21:47:13 +0000

Moss Rock Preserve needs your help! It has been an entire year since the last climber organized clean up and its time we get to it! The clean up/trail day will start at 8:30am and last until we are done (in the past it has only taken a few hours). The City of Hoover will provide materials & the Southeastern Climbers Coalition will provide lunch!

Then…

First Avenue Rocks presents the first competition in our 2010 series. This will be a red point format bouldering competition with beginner, intermediate, advanced and open categories. Registration is 20$ for members 25$ for non-members. Participants will receive a shirt. Climbing starts at 4pm.

Give the Gift of Climbing for the Holidays!

Joe — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 18:28:09 +0000

First Avenue Rocks has membership packages, punch passes and gift certificates for the outdoor enthusiast on your list.

Give us a call or come by for more information.