Rappel Weekend - Sat Apr 8This time we learned the thrilling rappel technique. We all seen it in the movies. The question is if by the end of the day we would be able to duplicate the elegant and agile moves? We all rapelled once with a device using the auto-block backup. Later continued using carabiners instead and finally top it all with the crown of all rappels, the free rappel. Optional variations such as body and munter hitch rapells were also visited. As Saturday turned out to be cloudy with an occasional shower, a smaller group of students arrived. The rest opting and hoping for better weather the following day. Nevertheless, John and Jean Hazell took care of us all. |
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| John and Jean eagerly awaiting students in the morning. The rain has made a few roll back into bed. |
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| First step is to set up the anchors. |
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| CG flying down the rope, rapelling down with a smile. |
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| A concentrated Ron, making sure the rope will be thrown down properly under the watchful eyes of Mark. |
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| Ron goes over the edge on his first rapell, while Ryan belaying him as backup. |
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| Linda is blocking her carabiner rappel by snaring the rope around the foot. |
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| At the end of the day it's time to coil the rope to Tom's delight. |
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| A stop at Darcy's pub after a cold rainy day at the Qunicy Quarries never hurts. |
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| Tom hiding a McDonald sandwich under his jacket, to the enjoyment of the rest of the group at Darcy's. |