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2. Rock climbing is one of the
most popular activities
at summer camp.
Kids love it so much that they
even request it as an activity
for their birthday party.

3. As they attempt to reach new
heights, they build self-esteem
along with physical strength
that transfers to every aspect
of their lives.

4. While watching your kid scale
a rock-climbing wall may make
you nervous, this is one of the
safest activities at summer camp
when an experienced trainer
is supervising it.

5. Whether your son or daughter
prefers to climb on an indoor
wall or a natural surface,
it is important for them to know
and follow these basic
safety rules.

6. CLIMB WITH
ADULT
SUPERVISION

7. It may be tempting to sneak
a quick climb during free
time when no one is looking,
but even professional rock
climbers never climb alone.

8. Having a trained adult help
with harnessing and belaying
is critical for a kid’s safety.
Summer camps also know
that unattended walls may
be tempting for kids to try to
scale alone…

9. … so they make sure rock
climbing areas are secured
when they are not in use
and all equipment is locked
in storage.

10. STAY PRESENT

11. Rock climbing requires intense
mental focus to plan one’s next
move up the wall.
However, it is also important
for kids to learn to stay aware
of what is happening
around them.

12. Sometimes, several kids
may be climbing on a wall,
and they should be taught
to never climb directly
underneath another climber.

13. It is also important for them
to remember to be patient
and take turns.
For example, one climber
may need to pause briefly
while another climber makes
their way up the wall.

14. Monkey business is also
discouraged. At all times, kids
should keep three contact points
on the wall and avoid hanging
from their rope just for fun.

15. USE SAFETY GEAR

16. The harness is one of the most
important pieces of safety gear
your son or daughter will wear
since it is what prevents them
from falling.

17. It is important to make sure it fits
correctly since being too tight
or too loose could cause an injury.
In addition to the harness,
a helmet and proper footwear
also should be worn every time.

18. They should always be taught
to look over their equipment
to make sure there are no signs
of wear such as cracks that
could compromise their safety.

19. As a parent, you can also ask
your summer camp about
the precautions they take
with the equipment.

20. Ideally, you should hear
that all safety gear is inspected
regularly, and checks of the area
are performed before every
climbing session.

21. TAKE BREAKS
AND OBSERVE

22. Although rock climbing injuries
at summer camp are rare,
inexperience and fatigue
are the two biggest reasons why
a kid may get hurt.

23. For this reason,
they are encouraged to take
breaks between their climbs
so they can catch their breath
and assess their progress.

24. During breaks, they can keep
up their learning by observing
other climbers work their way
up the wall.

25. Watching other climbers
can help kids plot new courses
and set goals for improving
their skills.

26. Every rock climbing session
is a new opportunity for kids
to conquer fears and rise
above challenges.

27. As they do, they will develop
a can-do attitude that will
shine in their academic
and athletic performance.

28. By learning the ropes, kids
can stay safe while having
fun during their favorite
summer camp activity.

29. Let your kids experience fun
at Maplewood Summer Day Camp.

30. Experienced staff will keep your child both safe and busy
with arts and crafts, games, water sports, gymnastics
and more.

31. Visit the site at

32. Maplewood Country Day Camp
and Enrichment Center
150 Foundry St. (Route 106)
PO Box 88 (Mailing)
South Easton, MA 02375
Email: info@maplewoodyearround.com
Telephone: (508) 238-2387
FAX: (508) 238-1154