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Climb Nova Scotia. CNS Primary Mandate. To promote climbing in all its forms throughout Nova Scotia. Duck Head coastal bouldering *this boulder has since been swept into the sea. Photo by Ben Blakney. Sport Climbing at Chebucto Head. Photo by Aidas Rygelis. NS Ice Climbing Festival.
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Climb Nova Scotia CNS Primary Mandate • To promote climbing in all its forms throughout Nova Scotia
Duck Head coastal bouldering*this boulder has since been swept into the sea Photo by Ben Blakney
Sport Climbing at Chebucto Head Photo by Aidas Rygelis
NS Ice Climbing Festival Photo by Aidas Rygelis
Climb Nova Scotia Nova Scotia Climbing • Climb Nova Scotia was founded in 1991 • Non-profit, entirely volunteer-based organization • Grown from a handful of initial developers to over 130 members • Activities and members across Nova Scotia • +335 roped climbs at 27 crags cross 6 counties • +880 boulder problems in Nova Scotia • Dozens of ice climbs along the Bay of Fundy
Climb Nova Scotia Community Partnerships • Partnerships with local businesses • Ground Zero Climbing Gym, Dal Rock Court, Navy Dockyards ROCC Climbing Club • Mountain Equipment Co-op, The Trail Shop, The Yoga Loft • Partnerships with recreation groups and youth facilitators • Capital District Health Authority • Black Rock Adventures Duke of Edinburgh Young Leaders learn rappelling and teamwork skills on Dover Island with CNS and Black Rock
Climb Nova Scotia Climb Nova Scotia Key Initiatives • Promote and facilitate climbing in Nova Scotia • Support rock climbing, ice climbing, and indoor gyms • Work to establish and keep access to climbing areas • Help maintain trails and hold crag-cleaning days • Host the annual Boulderfest on Dover Island
Breakfast at Boulderfest 2009 Photo by Conan Baker
Climb Nova Scotia Climb Nova Scotia Key Initiatives • Sponsor climbing competitions and athletes • Conduct Ice Daze intro-to-ice-climbing outings • Make gear and equipment available for members • Publish a regular newsletter • Serve beginner and experienced climbers alike Photo by Aidas Rygelis
CNS Monday Night Bouldering Photo by Craig Stamp
Climb Nova Scotia Climb Nova Scotia Service Delivery • Focusing on getting people outside! • Sharing of knowledge • Passion for climbing safely CNS events are free or pay-what-you-can for members • Rope skills class • Movie nights • Monday Night Bouldering Cooperation with schools • West Kings District High School • Annapolis West Education Centre • TAPHE Conference
CNS at TAPHE 2009 Photo by Aidas Rygelis
Climb Nova Scotia Climb Nova Scotia Provincial Scope • CNS is the provincial authority on: Access to climbing areas • Landowner negotiations • Ethical development practices • Ecological considerations Climbing certification and safety • Establishment of stringent knowledge and experience criteria • Training and evaluation of instructors • Logistical support for wall construction • Route-setting workshops • Athlete and competition sponsorship • Community and school events Photo by Ghislain Losier
Climb Nova Scotia Climb Nova Scotia Organizational Structure CNS Executive President, Treasurer, Access Chair, Membership Coordinator, Communications Representative Executive Support Webmaster, Members at Large, Photographer, Boulderfest Committee, Certification Subcommittee Climb Nova Scotia members and all Nova Scotians
Climb Nova Scotia Climb Nova Scotia Learn more about us! www.climbnovascotia.ca