Blk Out Retreat + Boulderfest 2022

Chattanooga, TN, USA

FO
2 reviews
Nov 4 - 6, 2022
Group size: 15 - 30
Blk Out Retreat + Boulderfest 2022
Chattanooga, TN, USA

2 reviews

Nov 4 - 6, 2022
Group size: 15 - 30

About this trip

Bouldering festival produced by, made for and centered around Black rock climbers. 

About the Organizer

First Outdoor Company presents Blk Out Retreat + Boulderfest 2022, in partnership with Lookout Mountain Conservancy + Synergy Climbing. This retreat + festival is hosted by Black Girls Boulder.


First Outdoor Company is a Black and woman-owned outdoor bouldering adventure and education business designed to create safe and sustainable climbing experiences. 


Blk Out Fest is a bouldering festival focused on celebrating and cultivating Black excellence in climbing. Held on the grounds of the Crash Pad in Chattanooga, Tennessee, this festival features a networking welcome party & mixer, guided bouldering workshops, film screenings and discussions for creatives, athletes and entrepreneurs. 


COVID Info: For those participating in the retreat and staying at the Crash Pad, we ask that you submit a negative COVID PCR test 48 hours prior to arriving to the retreat. All festival events will be held outdoors so wearing masks  is optional. We will be following any local Chattanooga COVID mandates, which are subject to change.


Important Note: You will be required to sign a video/image release & event waiver upon entering the festival grounds.



Accommodations

VIP ticket holders will enjoy an all-inclusive stay at The Crash Pad located in downtown Chattanooga. The facility has limited on-site parking and is wheelchair accessible. Shuttle transportation is also available.


There are shared bunk rooms and private room options. 


Payment plans available!!


Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation and refunds 60 or more days before the event.


No refunds within 30 days of the event. You have the option to transfer the registration to another participant if you are no longer able to attend. Please contact us to request a transfer. Transfer requests must be received no less than 48 hours before the event.


If you need to cancel due to COVID, you can transfer your registration to another individual.


No refunds or transfers within 48 hours of the event. 




What’s included

  • Weekend Ticket
    Wristband access to all festival events
  • Guided Bouldering
    Includes Crash Pads
  • Welcome Gift Bag
    Sponsor & Partner Swag
  • Food & Drinks (festival)
    Vegan Options Available
  • Free Parking
    (or shuttle transportation)

What’s not included

  • Airfare

Available Packages

Shared Bunk Room (TICKET FOR ONE)

This option features:


- One Weekend Festival Wristband

- Accommodations for one at the Crash Pad: Shared Bunk Room Space

- Free Guided Outdoor Bouldering (includes crash pad) 

- Free Parking at the Crash Pad

- One food truck ticket for Welcome Mixer

- One Raffle Ticket

- Gift Bag

$199
Deposit:$50
Private Room with 1 Bed (TICKET FOR TWO)

This option features:


- Two Weekend Festival Wristbands

- Accommodations for two at the Crash Pad which includes a Private Room with a Queen Mattress & Private Sink

- Free Guided Outdoor Bouldering (includes crash pad) 

- Free Parking at the Crash Pad

- Two food truck tickets for Welcome Mixer

- Two raffle tickets

- Two Gift Bags


$499
Deposit:$50
Private Bunk Room (TICKET FOR TWO)

Retreat Ticket option includes:


- Two Weekend Festival Wristbands

- Accommodations for two at the Crash Pad which includes a Private Bunk Room (2 beds) with a Private Sink

- Free Guided Outdoor Bouldering (includes crash pad) 

- Free Parking at the Crash Pad

- Two food truck tickets for Welcome Mixer

- Two raffle tickets

- Two Gift Bags

$525

Available options

WeClimb Mentor Day
$0

Join us on Sunday from 10am - 2pm for one-on-one mentoring crag day with WeClimb Chattanooga. Sign up to be a mentor.

Crag Shuttle Service
$0

To minimize our impact, we are offering free shuttle service to and from the crag on Saturday & Sunday. Sign up to RSVP a spot!



Itinerary

Day 1
Welcome Mixer

The first day features a bouldering happy hour at Synergy Bouldering + Ninja Gym and a welcome mixer at The Crash Pad. 


Noon-4pm: Happy Hour Registration checkin @ Synergy Bouldering Gym

6pm-11pm: Community Mixer | Crafting, Training, Games, Vendors 

          7:00pm: Welcome & Introductions

          8:00pm: Mindfulness Exercise with Zee Clarke "Coming Together & Setting     Intentions" 

          8:30pm: Fireside Chat


*In the event of rain, all events will be held at Synergy. 

Your Organizer


FO
First Outdoor Company
2 reviews
First Outdoor Company is a Black and woman-owned outdoor adventure and education business designed to create safe and sustainable climbing experiences.

Reviews

I had an amazing time on the BGC retreat. Everything was perfect: how the trip was organized, communication, the travel arrangements, and of course the camping and climbing in the Gunks! It was truly exceptional and I can't wait for the next trip!
By Pooja K for Brown Girls Climb Retreat | Top Roping Essentials in the Gunks on Aug 20, 2024
I’m so glad I had the opportunity to come on this retreat. Everyone was kind and supportive. The guides were very knowledgeable and taught us about anchors, knots, and most importantly about safety while climbing outdoors. We climbed multiple fun routes at Khadejha, bunkbed, and breakfast wall. Morning yoga outside was refreshing and helpful for treating any muscle tightness through one and a half days of climbing. Saturday night dinner was the most luxurious and delicious meal I have ever had while camping! I’m thankful for the community that this retreat brought together along with all the hard work of the leaders because they put together an incredible experience for an unreal price. I hope I’ll have the privilege to attend more retreats with the organization in the future!
By T K for Brown Girls Climb Retreat | Top Roping Essentials in the Gunks on Aug 13, 2024

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