U ROCK climbing team is organizing an outdoor climbing event on Sunday, October 11th, 2020 in Afqa.

Afqa is a peaceful village located in the Jbeil District of the Mount Lebanon Governorate, 71 KM northeast of Beirut. It has an average elevation of 1,200 meters above sea level.

General Information

Levels: Easy to intermediate.

What to wear

• A loose & comfortable top/Tshirt,
• Long pants to protect your knees from scratches & abrasions,
• Have a jacket on you all the time, as it is cold in the shade or when you are not active,
• Having your climbing shoes is ideal, otherwise, hiking shoes will do the job.

What to bring

• Bring your own cold lunch, snacks & beverages; There are no markets nearby.
• DON’T FORGET to BRING 2~3 Liters of WATER for the entire day, per person (Avoid plastic bottles).
• Bring your own health insurance & personal first aid kit in case of an emergency, including a MASK & an ALCOHOL-BASED HAND SANITIZER.

Gathering

For the schedule to run as smoothly as possible, it is important to be on time by 7:30 AM at Wooden Bakery – Jal El Dib Highway, where you can have your breakfast: We will leave at 8:00 AM SHARP, heading to the climbing site directly.

Transportation

Currently, we DO NOT PROVIDE transportation. You need to have your own car or share a ride/carpool with any of the attendees.

Fees include both equipment & guidance

• LBP 40,000 / person,
• LBP 30,000 if you show your valid membership,
• LBP 10,000 / pair of shoes rented (for those who have already mentioned that in the application form)

Payment

This year, in order to facilitate the payment of the event’s fees, you should confirm your attendance by paying the participation fees MAXIMUM 2 days after you register online, using one of the following methods:

1. In-person to one of our team members at U ROCK climbing gym,
2. At any OMT location near you, by providing the OMT agent with the following required documents and information:
   • The money transfer details filled on the form available at OMT locations,
   • Your valid government-issued ID or Passport,
   • The Receiver’s first and last names: JAD BOU CHEBL +961-3-807854
   • The amount you wish to send, e.g. 2x 40,000 LBP
   • Make sure to mention that the receiver will bare the charges.
     
     Once you sign your receipt and receive your OMTN number, provide the receiver, JAD BOU CHEBL via WhatsApp with:
     • The OMTN number (Online Money Transfer Number) 12 digit number,
     • Your full name (and the name of your friends if you paid on behalf of them),
     • The amount you sent.

You can pay for the climbing shoes rental, on the day of the event as soon as you receive your pair: Please have the exact amount on you.

ATTENTION

• Places are limited to 15 people.
• People under 18 years old, should be accompanied by their guardians.
• Sometimes & due to reasons beyond our control, some modifications may occur.
• Bring your own health insurance and personal first aid kit in case of an emergency, including a MASK & an ALCOHOL-BASED HAND SANITIZER.

For additional information, please call Jad Bou Chebl (+961-3-807854)

Live, Laugh, Climb!

Are you a group of 6 people and more, and would like to go on a private climbing day?
Do not hesitate to contact Jad (+961-3-807854), to make it happen.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Date: Sunday, October 11th, 2020 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Location: Afqa
• Levels: Easy to intermediate
• Fees: LBP 40,000 / person
• Gathering: 7:30 AM at Wooden Bakery, Jal El Dib highway.

Come many!