Climbathon 7 -9pm 2nd July 2010

Hello Everybody,

This Friday, we are supporting Wallace & Gromit's Grand Appeal in raising funds for the Bristol Children's Hospital.

All you have to do as members is pick up a sponsorship form and ask, cajole or demand that family, friends & colleagues sponsor you to the grand tune of £100. Then turn up on Friday and climb for 2 hours - can you climb 10 routes in that time period? We need 40 people to do this in 2 hours to complete 4000m of climbing!

Jo McCready (co-organiser with Lauren Vincent) will then sign off your form to say you have duly done your bet.

Come on down - we look forward to seeing you.

New Lead Routes

Yesterday Prajak went on a blitz and produced 4 quality leads - an introductory 6a (black & yellow), spice up your life with the 7a (blue), an uber classic plastic 6c (red)and finishing off with a 6c+ - get into the groove!

Tie on, clip it, bring out the guns and man up.

New Loos coming!

From Thursday 1st July, the Centre will face some disruption as we are having our loos refurbished. The work should be finished by 1st August.

There will be a couple of temporary loos situated just outside the side of the building for the use of our customers. We trust this won't cause too much inconvienence and the result will be well worth the trouble.

We would like to thank you for your patience during this time.

Profile - Sarah-Jane Dobner

Now it is the turn of Sarah-Jane our latest Duty Manager to share her thoughts with us. For those who are interested Sarah-Jane is sitting at the top of 'Nutcracker' in Yosemite.

1. What is your role at UCR?
I'm one of the four Duty Managers responsible for stopping people killing themselves on my shift.

2. How did you get into climbing?
It was via a boyfriend - so it was a real girl thing! Initially, I was scared of heights which I have conquered.

3. What is your most memorable climbing experience?
Its a route called 'Underneath the Arches' at Pembroke.It is an all day traverse that is a real journey. Not only is it bird-banned for long periods but access is difficult and escape all but impossible. We did this in February with low sun all day - it was a proper adventure.

4. What is your favourite meal?
My mum's roast dinners - mainly because I don't have to do any cooking!

5. Who are your climbing heroes?
I don't really read the magazines but it is probably Lynn Hill mainly for her bravery. By the way, Claire Durant, you still have my copy of Lynn Hill's autobiography - where is it?

6. What are your climbing ambitions?
Just to get climbing again.

7. What would be your theme tune?
Animal Collective - "My Girls"

Vail highlights

Many thanks to Iain McKenzie for the highlights. Its climbing Jim, but not as we know it!

UCR's new risk assessors?

We are not sure these guys are qualified to be risk assessing!

The Climbathon 2nd July 2010

Our new risk assessors were apparently checking out the facilities for the Grand Appeal Climbathon in July.

But they couldn't find harnesses to fit apparently!

UCR's latest members!

UCR was pleased to welcome some new members who were also carrying out a provisional risk assessment for Grand Appeal's Climbathon on 2nd July 2010

Regent Street

Check out this classic from Millstone in the Peak. How many of us have ticked this?

http://www.climber.co.uk/categories/articleitem.asp?item=582&_ccCt=g3GGCpte_uyJlH5M2ZbTSiPosJyIl5gTtaz6vhIEzzef-gqpRqXqVn

The Apple Tour

A short, sharp tour of the centre - enjoy

undercover rock climbing center from Richard Boon on Vimeo.

Bristol Events - June

1 – 20 June
Events on Troopers Hill in June
Troopers Hill Nature Reserve
Troopers Hill is a local nature reserve owned by Bristol Parks. It’s on a hillside overlooking the River Avon that’s been used as a mine and quarry in the past.
5 June: Work Party. 10am
19 June: Music on the Hill, from 6pm. A summer evening of music on Troopers Hill, provided by the City Of Bristol Brass Band. Enjoy the views over Bristol while listening to some wonderful music.

3 and 19 June
Various events
The Avon Gorge & Wildlife Project
3 June: Fabulous Falcons. Discover amazing facts about the Avon Gorge’s fastest and most beautiful predator and have lots of fun in our pigeon-peregrine game. (Children’s event)
19 June: Gorge-ous Peregrines. Swoop along to the Downs for a special peregrine family event with Ed Drewitt.

4 – 29 June
Stephen Jacobson and Frank Tinsley
Royal West Of England Academy
Works in response to, and inspired by, recent visits to the English coast and landscape by Stephen Jacobson and Frank Tinsley.

5 – 6 June
Rat Race Urban Adventure
Various venues
Rat Racing returns to the streets of ‘ole Brizzle. Abseiling off car parks, jumping off bridges, surfing down weirs and even a spot of street art.

6, 15 and 19 June
Walking Into History
Various locations
Victorian Buildings (6 June, 2 – 4pm): This walk covers the notable Victorian buildings of 'cultural Clifton', then turns down Park Street, considering the national and local influences and the architects involved. Starts outside the Royal West Of England Academy, ends at the bottom of Park Street.
The Story Of The Downs (15 June, 2 – 4pm or 19 June 2 – 4pm): The walk looks at the leisure pursuits of more than a hundred years. Practically the whole of the Downs was used for organised recreation – even for polo! Begins and ends at Sea Walls (booking essential).

Until 9 June
Bristol Festival Of Photography
Various venues
There are plenty of exciting activities and events for you to get involved in. For example, you can now register online to take part in Second Look's Bristol Photo marathon, or book into a workshop on pinhole photography or cyanotype &and salt-printing.

12 June
Spirit Of Africa
Bristol Botanic Gardens
Enjoy the exotic delights of King Proteas and birds of paradise and spend a summer’s evening tasting wines and recipes from South Africa.

12 – 13 June
Bristol Festival Of Nature
Millennium Square and various venues
An ambitious and imaginative weekend of films, animal encounters, exhibitions, walks, talks, workshops and competitions for all ages and interests.

13 June
Bristol 100 Bike Ride
College Green
A brand new ride for 2010! Setting off from Bristol Cathedral in the heart of the city, this exciting new 100-, 50- or 25-mile circular ride offers a choice of three demanding routes.

18 June
Photo Walks with Graham Parish
Create Centre
Join photographer Graham Parish and Bristol Blue Badge guide Liz Gamlin on a leisurely walk around Bristol's Harbourside starting at the Create Centre. Learn to understand your camera and listen to Bristol's unique history.

19 June
Bill Bailey Live
Ashton Gate Stadium
Top UK comedian Bill Bailey brings his popular stand-up show to Ashton Gate Stadium.

21 – 27 June
National Insect Week
Bristol Zoo Gardens
Learn more about these fascinating creatures with bug-tastic activities throughout the week and the Phasmid Study Group experts in stick and leaf insects at the weekend.

23 June
Much Ado About Nothing
Bristol Botanic Gardens
Raise a glass with family and friends this summer as you join Chapterhouse Theatre Company for its performance of Much Ado About Nothing.

Tuesdays (ongoing)
BBC Bristol Tours
BBC Broadcasting House
Find out what goes on inside BBC Bristol, the regional television centre for the West of England. You'll learn how television and radio programmes are made and have the chance to visit our interactive studio where you can have a go at presenting the weather and star in your very own radio drama, complete with sound effects!

Ongoing
Pirate Walks
Harbourside
Join Pirate Pete for a guided walking tour of Bristol's historic Harbourside and its maritime history of discovery, trade, slavery and piracy. Walks start: 2pm on weekends. Booking essential.

Ongoing
The Bristol Packet Boat Trips
Wapping Wharf
Take a trip on one of the beautiful boats for a unique tour of Bristol and beyond.
Every weekend: Floating Harbour Tour
Every Sunday: Afternoon River Cruise to Beese's Tea Gardens

Ongoing
Bristol Ferry Boat Co
Harbourside/city centre
The distinctive yellow and blue boats offer a range of services from within

Area Magazine

Undercover Rock have been featured in the latest issue of Area magazine.

Big Screen, Big Fun

Throughout June a series of open-air screenings will take place on a giant screen in Quakers Friars! Enjoy movies, take part in a Nintendo Wii challenge and watch Wimbledon live. Grab one of the deck chairs, kick-back and relax! The restaurants and cafes have some great takeaway and picnic offers so you can make a whole evening out of it. Big and small kids can also have fun on the 'village green' complete with giant jenga, chess, connect 4 and limbo! All events this summer are FREE to enjoy.

Screen Schedule:
Thurs 3rd June
12pm - The Curse of the Were-Rabbit
2pm - 6pm Nintendo Wii Challenge
6pm - Devil Wears Prada
Monday 7th June
1pm - 5pm Nintendo Wii Challenge
6pm What a Wonderful Life
Tuesday 8th June
1pm - 5pm Nintendo Wii Challenge
6pm The Italian Job
Wednesday 9th June
1pm - 5pm Nintendo Wii Challenge
6pm Breakfast at Tiffany's
Thursday 10th June
1 - 5pm Nintendo Wii Challenge
6pm Coco Before Chanel
Friday 11th June
1 - 5pm Nintendo Wii Challenge
6pm Confessions of a Shopaholic
Saturday 12th June
11am - 3pm Nintendo Wii Challenge
3pm - 5pm Shrek
5pm - 7pm A Grand Day Out & The Wrong Trousers
7pm Dr Who
8pm Bridget Jones's Diary
Sunday 13th June
11am - 3pm Nintendo Wii Challenge
3pm - 5pm Enchanted
5pm Sleepless in Seattle
Wednesday 16th June
1pm - 5pm Nintendo Wii Challenge
6pm The September Issue
Thursday 17th June
1pm - 5pm Nintendo Wii Challenge
6pm Public Vote - Mamma Mia, Dirty Dancing, Grease or Roman Holiday
Friday 18th June
1pm- 5pm Nintendo Wii Challenge
6pm Forrest Gump
Saturday 19th June
11am - 3pm Nintendo Wii Challenge
3pm - 5pm Stardust
5 pm - 7pm A Close Shave & A Matter of Loaf and Death
7pm Dr Who
8pm Jerry Maguire
Sunday 20th June
11am - 3pm Nintendo Wii Challenge
3pm - 5pm Chicken Run
5pm Wimbledon
Mon 21 June - Sun 4 July
Wimbledon

Silent Scream

A little taster for the grit enthusiasts in our midst! Enjoy.

http://www.ukclimbing.com/news/item.php?id=53786

Wishing you well

We have just heard about a Bristol climber injured over the weekend - see the article below:

http://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/2010/05/31/cliff-climber-injured-by-falling-rocks-rescued-91466-26555153/

No name was mentioned nevertheless we wish you a speedy recovery and hope you are back climbing soon.