Climb Nova Scotia

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Climb Nova Scotia
CNS Primary Mandate

• To promote climbing in all its forms throughout
  Nova Scotia

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Duck Head coastal boulderingthis boulder has
since been swept into the sea
Photo by Ben Blakney
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Sport Climbing at Chebucto Head
Photo by Aidas Rygelis
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NS Ice Climbing Festival
Photo by Aidas Rygelis
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Climb Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia Climbing

• Climb Nova Scotia was founded in 1991
• Non-profit, entirely volunteer-based organization
• Grown from a handful of initial developers to
  over 130 members
• Activities and members across Nova Scotia

• 335 roped climbs at 27 crags cross 6 counties
• 880 boulder problems in Nova Scotia
• Dozens of ice climbs along the Bay of Fundy

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Community Partnerships

• Partnerships with local businesses
• Ground Zero Climbing Gym, Dal Rock Court, Navy
  Dockyards ROCC Climbing Club
• Mountain Equipment Co-op, The Trail Shop, The
  Yoga Loft
• Partnerships with recreation groups and youth
  facilitators
• Capital District Health Authority
• Black Rock Adventures

Duke of Edinburgh Young Leaders learn rappelling
and teamwork skills on Dover Island with CNS and
Black Rock
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Climb Nova Scotia
Key Initiatives

• Promote and facilitate climbing in Nova Scotia
• Support rock climbing, ice climbing, and indoor
  gyms
• Work to establish and keep access to climbing
  areas
• Help maintain trails and hold crag-cleaning days
• Host the annual Boulderfest on Dover Island

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Breakfast at Boulderfest 2009
Photo by Conan Baker
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Climb Nova Scotia
Key Initiatives

• Sponsor climbing competitions and athletes
• Conduct Ice Daze intro-to-ice-climbing outings
• Make gear and equipment available for members
• Publish a regular newsletter
• Serve beginner and experienced climbers alike

Photo by Aidas Rygelis
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CNS Monday Night Bouldering
Photo by Craig Stamp
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Climb Nova Scotia
Climb Nova Scotia
Service Delivery

• Focusing on getting people outside!
• Sharing of knowledge
• Passion for climbing safely
• CNS events are free or pay-what-you-can for
  members
• Rope skills class
• Movie nights
• Monday Night Bouldering
• Cooperation with schools
• West Kings District High School
• Annapolis West Education Centre
• TAPHE Conference

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CNS at TAPHE 2009
Photo by Aidas Rygelis
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Climb Nova Scotia
Provincial Scope

• CNS is the provincial authority on
• Access to climbing areas
• Landowner negotiations
• Ethical development practices
• Ecological considerations
• Climbing certification and safety
• Establishment of stringent knowledge and
  experience criteria
• Training and evaluation of instructors
• Logistical support for wall construction
• Route-setting workshops
• Athlete and competition sponsorship
• Community and school events

Photo by Ghislain Losier
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Climb Nova Scotia
Climb Nova Scotia
Organizational Structure
CNS Executive President, Treasurer, Access
Chair, Membership Coordinator, Communications
Representative
Executive Support Webmaster, Members at Large,
Photographer, Boulderfest Committee,
Certification Subcommittee
Climb Nova Scotia members and all Nova Scotians
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Climb Nova Scotia
Climb Nova Scotia
Learn more about us!
www.climbnovascotia.ca