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The Best Videos That Benefit The Kansas City Climbing Community

February 18, 2016 by Jason Clements

The Best Videos That Benefit The Kansas City Climbing Community 02.16Here are the best videos that benefit the Kansas City climbing community.  Take a quick look ESPECIALLY if you are brand new to hiking, climbing, or camping.

I don’t claim to be an expert at anything.  These are the strategies that I use.  I’ve taken what I’ve learned from my own experiences and from talking to dozens of my fellow climbers; and put together these videos.  You will come to discover that some of the best members of your climbing community are always learning new ideas and tips – and improving themselves – and they ultimately share their best-practice ideas.

My way is not necessarily better than another way.  Take what you want.  Skip what doesn’t work for you.  And you can share your best tips in the comments here or on the YouTube videos.


No Loose Chalk

Do you ever see signs posted in your gym that say, “NO LOOSE CHALK.”  What that means is they do no want you to pour your climbing chalk into your chalk bag while at the gym.  https://ssmf.sewanee.edu/experience/harms-of-smoking-essay/250/ https://dianegottlieb.com/education/homework-help-co-uk-history/93/ amitriptyline 25 mg obat apa watch https://easternpropane.com/savings/viagra-what-does-it-cost/87/ cheap personal essay ghostwriters service uk viagra en miel homework in schools is it helpful is levitra available in canada adhd research paper how does syracuse university help the economy of the town cialis 20mg forum ap thesis statement for into the wild medical necessity form viagra go here https://indiana.internexus.edu/courses/advice-in-an-essay/52/ viagra cheap mexico viagra soft tabs uk buy viagra est il dangereux ferris state university application essay introduction help for essays extenze vs cialis long 3500 word essay https://ardelyx.com/news-releases/levitra-and-cialis-viagra/197/ loyola chicago cant find the essay source follow source link enter levitra generico online zanaflex overnight delivery source Your gym wants you to use a chalk ball.

The employees of your climbing gym have plenty of responsibilities – like keeping you safe (and the new climbers safe) giving beta, fixing spinners, getting your friends some rental gear, etc.  The last thing you want those employees spending time on is cleaning up your chalk spill. 

How To Fill Your Chalk Ball The Quick and Easy Way (3:45)

Finger Injuries…Noooooooo!!!

You’ve got to try Voodoo Flossing on your fingers, wrists, elbows, shoulders.  It works on sore forearms and sore calves.  I’ve heard stories of seriously sprained ankles healing in a day or two.  Sure, I am not a doctor; and yes, every body is different.  But the stories I keep hearing give me great pause: “Is this really a tool that everyone should experiment with…”

Here’s How to Voodoo Floss Your Fingers (2:15)

How much did your tent cost?  How much did your sleeping bag cost?

Yeah, those are quite the investment.  And just like all of your climbing gear, you can perform some very simple maintenance on your soft gear (tents, sleeping bags, etc.) to help extend their life.

Here’s How to Store Your Expensive Sleeping Bag (1:09)

Here’s How to Store Your Tent For The Winter (1:45)

Bathroom.  Yes, we have to talk about pooping in the woods.

Depending on where you are going, (ha ha, get it: “going”) you will have to know the rules for managing your waste.  Some climbing places have full facilities – like they have at Horseshoe Canyon Ranch.  Some other climbing destinations only have pit toilets – like at Sam’s Throne.  And some places you are going to have to dig a hole to do your stuff.

Pro Tip:  If you have to dig a hole; dig it at least as deep as your trowel is long.

Here is How I Build My Ultimate Poop / Toilet Kit. (2:25)

If you are a part of the Kansas City climbing community or any other climbing community, thank you for watching.  Please share your tips and ideas in the comment section here or on YouTube.

Enjoy your next adventure!


 

Read more about other hiking, climbing, and camping tools and ideas in HCRBeta’s Gear Category. 


Jason at Olive Ridge Camp CO 85Jason Clements is the founder of and writer for HCRBeta, Hike Climb Relax:  How to…  Jason has served as the President of the Kansas City Climbing Club.  He lives in Shawnee, Kansas and also runs the cell phone recycling company, Cells for Cells, which recycles cell phones to raise money for families battling cancer.  You can follow Jason on Facebook or on Twitter @jasonclements.

Filed Under: Beginners, Kansas City Climbing Club, Movies, Poop / Pee Outside Tagged With: Chalk Ball, Kansas City Climbing Club, Kansas City Climbing Community, sleeping bag, Tent, Voodoo Flossing

44 Ways to Improve the Kansas City Climbing Community Right Now

November 9, 2015 by Jason Clements

44 ways to improve the Kansas City Climbing Community right now…

1. Kick out the constant complainers…and their ringleader
2. Kick out the community agitators
3. Kick out the biggest egos
4. Kick out the mouth breathers
5. Kick out the ones with misplaced energy
6. Kick out the Christians
7. Kick out the gays

Now just the priest and the Irish guy are meeting…

So kick out the alcoholics…

…and now there is no community.

I guess I don’t have to write out the other 37 ways.

The official website of the Kansas City Climbing Club states that the mission is to “foster an engaging community of climbers who support each other in active pursuits of rock climbing, alpine climbing, and mountaineering.”

So kick out the boulderers?

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Leadership Lessons I Learned While Running The Kansas City Climbing Club

October 9, 2015 by Jason Clements

Lessons I Learned While Running The Kansas City Climbing Club
Leadership Lessons I Learned While Running The Kansas City Climbing Club

If you ever get an opportunity to volunteer in your local climbing club; take it.  Volunteering is good for you and the community; especially if you are a small business owner or entrepreneur.  Being involved will open all sorts of doors to new experiences.  The rewards of meeting so many amazing people while you are doing something as fun as climbing is worth your time.

And you will experience many situations where you will be able to hone your leadership skills.  Volunteering can help you improve your:

  • Communications Skills (in general)
  • Public Speaking and Writing Skills
  • Listening Skills
  • Negotiation Skill
  • Collaboration Skills
  • Marketing and Promotion Skills

Here are some of the leadership lessons I learned while running the Kansas City Climbing Club

  1. Surround Yourself With Excellent People
  2. You Must Have Excellent Listening Skills
  3. Empathy Is A Requirement To Be A Good Leader
  4. There Must Be A Support System For The Small Businesses
  5. No One Is Good At Everything.  It Is Easy To Learn From Others.
  6. Everyone Loves A Discount And A Giveaway:  Marketing Savvy

Lesson 1:  The Climbing Community is full of incredible people.  Surround yourself with exceptional people.

I truly wish I had more time to spend with some of the people that I have met through climbing.

Here are my favorite examples of what exceptional leadership looks like:

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