American Alpine Club - Washington DC Section

It’s SENDING season once again, os join us in enjoying some cooler fall temps while climbing classic routes at Great Falls.

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Ready to challenge yourself on harder climbs at Great Falls? Join us for our annual August Challenge Sending Social, where we’ll be aiming to find some shade and set some more difficult climbs (in the 5.8-5.11+ range).

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During the second day of our 2025 New Ice Climber Weekend, the new Club ice climbers had a chance to visit Chapel Pond canyon for some Positive Reenforcement and to refine the techniques they learned during the first day.

We also wanted to highlight the mentors who received the traditional golden ice tool award (created by ), and made this weekend possible (from left-to right):
Piotr A
Court Z
Sean T
Dan J
Tasha J
Mikey B (not present for photo)

📸 by , Carl R., , and Lilly H.

As always, thanks to for their continued support of our mentorship programs.