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Albuquerque climbing for kids?

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merrion13 · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Mar 2015 · Points: 0

Good morning-
I'm heading down to Tamaya Resort (between ABQ and Santa Fe) in several weeks for a family reunion, which includes 10 nieces and nephews, 6 of which are 4-7.
I was thinking it would be a lot of fun to take the older ones to a local crag where they can get on the rock for a bit, and I wanted to know if there is anywhere in the area that would be good for a top-rope setup and a bunch of little first timers.

Any thoughts are appreciated, thank you.

Bill Lawry · · Albuquerque, NM · Joined Apr 2006 · Points: 1,812

Here's a possibility:

Girl Scout Slab just out of ABQ at the base of the foothills of the Sandia Mountains. "An easy slab for beginners of all sizes and shapes. Success of reaching the top is likely." Need two ropes unless solo'ing down after doing all belays from above.

I'll admit the approach might be a little long for that age range so plan on a full day, bring food / drink, etc.. There is a nice creek (intermittent) plus shade trees at the base in case it is warm-ish. They definitely would be tuckered out at the end of the day. :-)

There is not much else that is easy and close enough to the slab to challenge the more able.

merrion13 · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Mar 2015 · Points: 0

Thank you both. Me leading to get to the anchors is not an issue, these are both helpful. If there are any others, I'd love to hear them!

ian watson · · Sandia park, NM · Joined Apr 2010 · Points: 235

Ranger station on 14 in Tijeras has some 15-30 feet routes but you will have to use trees or gear for anchors. This is also a good area to practice new skills or lead a bunch of routes to get back in the swing of things from a winter off.

Guideline #1: Don't be a jerk.

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