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of Climbing. |
The BMC & Entre-Prises Festival of Climbing, is being held at
the National Indoor Arena, Birmingham, 7-9th Dec. This major event
has something for everyone, whether you're an avid competition fan
or a keen hill walker....
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Competitions
On the competition side, there's the World Bouldering Championships,
the European Youth Cup, and the International Open - so it's safe
to say that most of the world's best climbers will be turning up
to try their hand.
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Shopping
Every spare inch of the arena floor will be packed with retail stands,
from the likes of Snow and Rock, and Outside. This is the place
to pick up bargain gear; if you're planning to buy anything this
year, make sure you do it here, most visitors will recoup the ticket
cost with just one purchase!
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Lectures &
Seminars
Once again we have a fantastic line up of lectures, seminars, and
films, this time taking place in two purpose built lecture theatres.
An eclectic mix of Britain's leading activists will take you from
the boulders of the Pass to the peaks of the Himalaya. Plus the
best films from the Kendal festival, a selection of the best videos
around, and advice workshops and training seminars.
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Photography and Art
There's also a greatly
expanded art and photographic exhibition, featuring work from all
the best artists and photographers; from Shelly Hocknell and Ginger
Cain, to David Simmonite, Carl Ryan, and Gordon Stainforth, they're
all here.
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Have a Go at
Climbing
Bring the kids along
then wear them out on the five public "Have a Go" walls, or try
your luck in the public bouldering competition, the dyno challenge,
the pull up competition and more.
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Volunteer Leaders
Conference
7th December - Safety,
training and liability for programme and facility managers and volunteer
leaders.
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Tickets
It's shaping up to
be the best event so far - can you afford to miss it?
Call the ticket hotline on 0870 909 4144
Or book online via the NIA online
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