GraMitico Valdaone 2014 bouldering meeting in Valle di Daone

The 'GraMitico' bouldering meeting will take place in Valle di Daone (Italy) from 13 - 14 September 2014
GraMitico kicks off tomorrow, the bouldering meeting open to all in the beautiful Trentino valley Valle di Daone. Fhe granite boulders scattered through this wild valley have long beeb a mecca for climbers and this weekend's event will provide a unique opportunity to meet up, climb and celebrate together, and also to discover an area that still holds plenty of potential. All of this, it goes without saying, with the utmost respect for the valley's marvelous natural habitat.

A series of special guests will take part in this first #0 edition, including French bouldering legend Jacky Godoffe and the multiple bouldering champion Cristian Core. Their combined experience on rock (and in competitions) is second to none and their knowledge, skills and love for this sport will certainly be appreciated by all. Yes, because the event is open to experts and beginners alike, with a "Boulder Park" for families and for those who started climbing indoors designed specifically to enable them to take their first steps outdoors. Or for those who haven't bouldered for a while to get back into the swing of things.

On Saturday afternoon there will be bouldering and geocaching contest, a form of GPS treasure hunt: using a mobile phone, a navigation app and a map of the area every team will have to locate their eight problems. Every team must be composed of at three climbers, to make sure that the climber is spotted safely. After having climbed all day the program continues with the pasta party, a lecture with Jacky Godoffe, videos and live music.

The climbing continues on Sunday with the Boulder Team Contest at 10 am. Three different circuits await, depending on the ability level, and the formula used is that of climbing meetings: each team keeps track of what they've climbed. This obviously provides ample room for cheating, but we're certain that good sense will prevail and that everyone will be there to have fun.

At 11 am the program continues with Kid's Boulder, a test of balance and skill between the boulders, for children aged 5 – 13. A sort of outdoor version of Arco's Rock Junior Kid Rock's and Family Rock events.

Those who prefer not to take part in the contest can obviously climb when and where they wish, but for those wishing to check out some of the most interesting problems, the early Valle Daone pioneers and local experts will be at hand to show them around.

In short, there's plenty for everyone in Valle di Daone this weekend

When: 13 - 14 September 2014
Where: Val di Daone – loc, Pracul
What: climbing meeting, team events, guided trips to the secots, fun competition for youngsters, live music, meetings with the champions s
Registration: on line www.valdaonexperience.it
Registration cost: € 20,00, to be paid during registration on Saturday from 10 – 18 at Pracul. – includes graMitico t-shirt, right to take part in events, Saturday evening meal, breakfast and picnic lunch on Sunday.
Accommodation: area reserved for campers and tents at the Boulder Village, Pracul, discounted B&B and hotels – contact the local tourist board.


Info: www.valdaonexperience.it


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