[photo: Cait Horan]

A week of climbing the classic routes at the crack climbing mecca that is Frog Buttress, Queensland. And a warm rock escape from Canberra winter.

This is an opportunity for experienced and independent trad climbers to sample the delights and challenges of Frog Buttress. Climbers new to Frog Buttress will be able to become familiarised with the landscape, climbs and access routes.

You are welcome to join this week-long meet for a shorter period of time throughout the week.

Participation

CCA members who are competent, experienced and independent trad climbers are welcome to attend.

This event is for current (paid) CCA members only. You cannot join CCA on the day of the event (* see note about CCA membership below).

The Trip Leaders for the meet will be Peter Blunt and Cait Horan.

Cost

Camping and travel costs apply (see options below).

Registration

Event registration is required and is available now:

Register for this event

The cutoff for registration is Tuesday 7th July.

(* Note about CCA membership: if you’re not a CCA member yet, please join CCA via our website. Your membership will be active as soon as you’ve completed the online signup and payment, and you can then register for this event straight away. It takes up to a month to receive your member’s card after you submit the membership application form and pay the membership fee)

Difficulty

Frog Buttress offers a wide variety of climbing routes from moderate to extremely challenging. To make most use of the venue, climbers should be able to climb grade 14 comfortably. Access to the crag is easy, with camping nearby. Frog is a predominantly trad area with a few sport climbs.

What to bring

Independent trad climbers are expected to bring their own trad climbing gear and equipment. All climbing gear MUST be in serviceable condition and ropes, harnesses, helmets and slings MUST be no more than 10 years old. All climbing equipment MUST be purpose-designed and certified for use for climbing. All equipment will be inspected prior to activities.

You will also need to bring your own camping gear, food, and drinking water (can be sourced from nearby towns). Prepare for both cold and warm conditions. A detailed list will be forwarded to people who register.

Camping

Camping is in open eucalyptus forest with grassy understorey. Campsite surface is sawdust/crusher dust mix. Facilities include toilets and some picnic tables and gas barbecues. There is no power, and camp fires are not permitted.

A number of tent campsites have been booked. Once these have been allocated, people will need to book their own sites via the Queensland National Parks Booking Service: Frog Buttress camping area.

Alternative, vehicle-based, camping is available at Mount French and bookings are made via the Queensland National Parks Booking Service: Mount French vehicle-based camping area.

Registration and booking of sites ($7.50 per night per person) early is advised as sites get booked ahead of time. Sites hold 2 people.

Meeting time and location

Lunchtime Saturday 11 July at the picnic area at Frog Buttress.

Climbing routes

Check out thecrag.com for climbing route details at Frog Buttress, or obtain the Frog Buttress Climbing Guide authored by Matt Hutton.

Transport and participant numbers

Participants can elect to fly and then share costs for hire vehicles, or drive to the crag in shared or their own vehicles. The trip leader can assist with facilitating shared transport if requested.

Enquiries

You will have an opportunity to ask questions of Trip Leader as part of the registration process.

Frog Buttress (Photo: Cait Horan)