WCA 2024 Boulder Bash

Wisconsin Climbers Association

The Midwest’s longest running outdoor bouldering event is happening (again) this fall!

Governor Dodge State Park

Join the Wisconsin Climbers Association at Governor Dodge State Park on September 21, 2024 for a day of climbing, camping, camaraderie, and fun.All levels of climbers are welcome - whether you're a seasoned outdoor climber or looking for a fun first time outside, Boulder Bash has something for every climber. This competition includes an optional tour component where you / your team will be guided to all of the best bouldering areas in Governor Dodge and receive LOTS of crash pads, spotters, and support!New this year! Sign up the littles for our Kids Comp! A team of 4 climbers 6 - 12 years old is $40.All proceeds benefit the non-profit Wisconsin Climbers Association.<a href="https://fb.watch/71yp4Pb1x-/" title="https://fb.watch/71yp4Pb1x-/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Check out this video</a> from our 2018 competition to see what Boulder Bash is all about.The rain date for this event is September 22.CompetitorsRegistration is available the day of the competition for any walk-ups if spots are available.Individuals can register in one of three categories for $40 ($35 for WCA Members)<ul><li>Rec (Up to V2)</li><li>Intermediate (Up to V5)</li><li>Open (Up to V8/9)</li></ul>Adult Teams of up to 3 or 4 individuals can register in one of two categories for $110 ($105 for WCA Members):<ul><li>Rec (Up to V3),</li><li>Open (any boulder problems, V0 to V8/V9)</li></ul>Kids Comp Teams of 4 kids ages 6 - 12 year olds for $40Teams should have one individual sign up on behalf of the team.Waivers will be signed the day of the competition. If you're an adult bringing a youth under 18 who isn't your child, please fill out the waiver in advance.Interested in competing, but need help with the registration fee? Reach out to info@wiclimbers.com for a fee waiver.WCA members can use the promo code "WCAMember" to get $5 off any ticket. This is on the honor system. Contact us if you'd like to check your status or go to https://donorbox.org/wca-join to renew or join the WCA.CampingLimited camping is also available for the weekend for $10 per person (Friday and/or Saturday night). We have fewer camping spots than overall competition spots, so be sure to register for camping ASAP! Once we're filled up, we're filled up!Camping is available for Friday and Saturday night.VolunteersWe're also looking for volunteers to support this event! If any of the following sound like you, sign up and help support the WCA in our largest event of the year. All volunteers receive free camping for the weekend.<ul><li>Photography - If you have an eye and an interest in taking photos, we'd love to have them for future use! All photographers will be given credit whenever their media is used for WCA purposes.</li><li>Beta - Do you know Governor Dodge bouldering areas? We're looking for individuals who may want to help groups find climbs or offer beta.</li><li>Set-Up - If you can come the evening before to help set-up for the competition, we could use your help!</li><li>Parking - Help us direct competitors to appropriate parking places.</li><li>Tear-Down - Hang out after the comp ends at 5 p.m. and help us tear down.</li><li>Camp Chief - You love camping. You love heading to Governor Dodge early on Friday to be first to the campgrounds to get everything checked-in. We love you for loving this job!</li><li>First Aid - We are working to have local EMS on site during the competition, but if you have a certified first aid, wilderness first aid or similar credential and are willing to be our go-to peeps for minor cuts and bruises or waiting for EMS in an emergency, we'd appreciate the hand. You can still compete, but would be pulled away from the competition if needed.</li></ul>StewardshipThis year, join us for Stewardship Sunday. We'll help out with a trailbuilding project. Give back to the park! Join us from 9 am - 1 pm to help rebuild stairs at the Pine Cliff Trail. Bring water and work gloves if you have them. Please RSVP so we can plan the workday. The first 10 people to sign up get a special thank you gift from our prize stash!

FAQ'sWhat's the schedule? Where is this event at?Start, finish and awards all take place at Hickory Ride Group Camp B at Governor Dodge State Park. <a href="https://cf-store.widencdn.net/widnr/5/b/d/5bdc4aee-0b4b-4f73-82be-5bb80a776858.pdf?response-content-disposition=inline%3B%20filename%3D%22Governor-Dodge_Map.pdf%22&amp;response-content-type=application%2Fpdf&amp;Expires=1627519315&amp;Signature=glxGY9HxrgHbB97L~mUIVdIYB42c1KVjzgMchDC5Y4pEd5eNFSOBrKv3KR-SPXvxRcv9dnhaqqTeK6tO3WndoHMhC5JxTkVSoA7amAF7HgN0rgkgeORbNpzpc7Qna6AabhQzkqK8irxbtBpQ1evs7wKONPC8ENo~udLGyJ-EdPnvRzbWiJmVtuEVJyguADL6RwTQz~RxjWFRFTGyefI86Z~u9hk6TpA17aISwWuxtFn4e9iLtDhErCoJxAwI3vdSuyvQitdfsN1auAAhTPWdB2Aml1XcS6cvf1gSKzrg7oCaAvVBwjKXKiHStBtZJOYtAiU0X69sTdnk9jgvpT~gDg__&amp;Key-Pair-Id=APKAJD5XONOBVWWOA65A" title="https://cf-store.widencdn.net/widnr/5/b/d/5bdc4aee-0b4b-4f73-82be-5bb80a776858.pdf?response-content-disposition=inline%3B%20filename%3D%22Governor-Dodge_Map.pdf%22&amp;response-content-type=application%2Fpdf&amp;Expires=1627519315&amp;Signature=glxGY9HxrgHbB97L~mUIVdIYB42c1KVjzgMchDC5Y4pEd5eNFSOBrKv3KR-SPXvxRcv9dnhaqqTeK6tO3WndoHMhC5JxTkVSoA7amAF7HgN0rgkgeORbNpzpc7Qna6AabhQzkqK8irxbtBpQ1evs7wKONPC8ENo~udLGyJ-EdPnvRzbWiJmVtuEVJyguADL6RwTQz~RxjWFRFTGyefI86Z~u9hk6TpA17aISwWuxtFn4e9iLtDhErCoJxAwI3vdSuyvQitdfsN1auAAhTPWdB2Aml1XcS6cvf1gSKzrg7oCaAvVBwjKXKiHStBtZJOYtAiU0X69sTdnk9jgvpT~gDg__&amp;Key-Pair-Id=APKAJD5XONOBVWWOA65A" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Click here f</a>or a map of the park.Registration starts at 10:30 a.m.Open categories begin at 11:00 a.m.Recreation and intermediate categories begin at 11:30 a.m.All competitions end at 5:00 p.m.Awards will be announced around 5:30 p.m. - stick around for some fun challenges and events while scores are calculated!What should I bring?If you have any crash pads, bring them along to the competition along with any gear you need for the day (shoes, chalk, food, water). The WCA will have a limited supply of crash pads available for use as well for those who do not have their own crash pads.

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