Black Hills Climbers Coalition
We are a group of local climbers working primarily to keep rock climbing areas open, conserve the climbing environment and promote responsible climbing at the local and regional level.
Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Meeting Notes
Meetings are held on the 3rd Wed. of the month at 7pm. Notes from past meetings are posted below in chronological order with the most recent meetings on top.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
1-18-12
Meeting Minutes
SDSM&T 7pm
Attendees: Chris Pelczarski, Becky Pinkelman, Jason McNabb, Ron Yahne, Chris Hirsh, Curt Chowanski,
Chuch Mordhorst, Andy Koosman, Adrienne Lindholm, Marci Brumbaugh, Will Busse, Jake Ferguson,
Mike Keegan
Purpose of the Black Hills Climbing Coalition:
1) Work with land managers to keep access open
2) Discounts
3) Replace hardware
4) Meet other climbers and social gathering
Things accomplished last year:
1) Pin Fest
2) Beans and Biners
3) 9 New Ropes
4) 300 Holds made and donated to the Athletic Club Climbing gym
5) Repaired routes
Plans for this year: 1) Andrew Burr Slide show 2) Reel Rock Tour in the fall 3) Spearfish climbing day?
4) T-shirts 5) Pin Fest 6) Beans and Biners 7)Pumpkin Party
Discussion on where to hold the meetings: Tech or somewhere else? No consensus
Project updates: 1) No progress on the climbing boulders in the park, the CSP museum or speaking
events at this time
Route Repair: Recap of procedures, list of routes to repair this season
Ideas for fundraising? Grants? Donation Boxes at businesses or auctions?
Will Busse to look into clean up days at Falling Rock and the Rock Maze.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Meeting Minutes
12-14-11
Athletic Club 7pm
Attendees: Chris Pelczarski, Terran Bergdale, Becky Pinkelman, Adam Bergdale, Jason McNabb, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Andy Koosman, Brionna Stengel, Jim Slichter, Chris Hirsh, Daryl Stisser, Bruce Junek, Ron Williams, Aisling Sutton, Jack Torness, Jim Slichter, Denise Hardesty, Rebecca Wold, Elan Labeau, Jacob Sorum, Robbie Freidel
Voted in Board Members:
Chair: Jason McNabb
Co-Chair: Chris Pelczarski
Secretary: Becky Wagner
Treasurer: Jim Slichter
Publicist: Daryl Stisser
Members at Large: Ron Yahne, Mike Cronin
All positions with the exception of Member at large were not voted on because they were uncontested. A ballot vote was done for the members at large.
It was proposed that the next meetings be held at the athletic club. It was voted and passed that Chris Pelczarski will work out the details with the Athletic Club.
Meeting Adjourned and climbing followed.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Meeting Minutes
11/16/11
SDSM&T 7pm
Attendees: Chris Pelczarski, Taryn Bergdale, Becky Pinkelman, Adam Bergdale, Jason McNabb, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Andy Koosman, Brionna, Jim Slichter, Trent Slichter
Repair Updates: Nothing new since last month, plan to order more bolts next spring and get a list of repairs to do
Last months Project Discussion:
Three were voted in last month:
1)Outdoor Climbing Boulder at a City Park (9)
2) Hosting a series of speakers in 2012
3) Climbing museum/shed near Sylvan (or somewhere) (1)
It was voted that the primary project for 2012 be the Outdoor Climbing Boulder. It was voted in at 9 votes over 1 for the museum. Adam Bergdale was nominated and agreed to be chair of the Boulder project committee and was told there is some interest by Mark Jobman on helping with a grant for this from the Alpine Club. It was felt that all 3 were good ideas so Chris Pelczarski was nominated and agreed to be chair of the museum. Taryn Bergdale was nominated and agreed to be chair of the speakers.
It was voted on and passed that if someone has a project and would like to bring it to the BHCC for review, we can vote to be a foundation for fruition of their ideas. Motion by Daryl Stisser
Jim gave a treasurers report as of the end of Oct. Checking at 272.86 and savings at 1435.76
Board Officers nominations:
(2) Members at Large: Ron Yahne (accepted), Mike Cronin, Rebekah Wold
(1) Treasurer: Jim Slichter (accepted)
(1) Secretary: Becky Wagner (accepted)
(1) Publicist: Daryl Stisser (accepted)
(1) Co chair: Chris Hirsh, Andy Koosman (accepted), Chris Pelczarski
(1) Chair: Jason McNabb (accepted), (Declined nomination by Chris Pelczarski)
Each member has one week to accept or reject the nomination
Voting Procedures for December:
It was voted and passed to have the next meeting at 12/14/11. This will likely be at the Athletic Club.
There will be 3 minutes per person on the visions they have for the coalition for each nominee.
Only paid members are allowed to vote. It was voted that new members can pay for 2012 and then vote at this meeting. (Get 13 months for the price of 12!) For current members, they can pay for 2012 if they wish in Dec. but can vote with out paying 2012 dues. 2012 membership starts Jan 1st 2012 so pleas pay your dues.
A final list of candidates will be online by Nov 23rd.
Voting may be done two ways: Either by email to the board at bhcc@chclimbers.com by 7 pm 12/14/11, or in person by ballot at the next meeting on 12/14/11. No phone in votes will be accepted.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Meeting Minutes
10-19-11 7pm
SDSM&T Classroom Building
Attendees: Becky Wagner, Ron Yahne, Jim Slichter, Chris Hirsh, Chris Pelczarski, Becky Pinkelman, Denise Hardesty, Alyssa Biel, Andy Koosman, Trent Slichter, Sam Greear, Jerry
Announcements:
Needles Hwy is closed for bug clean up.
Pumpkin party was cold and snowy, not a great day for a good turnout.
300 climbing holds were made for the Athletic club. 75 shapes – A big Thanks to Jim, Denise, Jason and Hirsh for doing this!!
Route Repair Update:
Replaced bolts and anchors on Fine Line on Exclamation Point
New Anchors on Buckshot Eyes and Purple Heart
Toy Boat: Tightened loose bolts and replaced bad anchors on backside of toyboat. Rock is soft and crumbly. May want to consider glue ins in the future.
New Anchors on 3 Rings for Elvin Kings
The Status on supplies is that a meeting in feb with rich to reorder and restock
No showcase today
Watched the utube video Boogie till you poop!
New month we may try to get Cheryl or Lindsey to discuss plants.
Last month – talked about alpine club and working together on projects
Ideas for 2012:
Ice park at CSP
Outdoor climbing boulder at city park
Host guest speakers in 2012
Climbing Museum near Sylvan
Climbers Campground/cabin
Buyout rights to Touch the Sky
Covered picnic area at Breezy Point
Climbing film night at the Elks
Voted for top ideas these were the 3 that received votes:
Outdoor climbing boulder (5 votes)
Climbing Museum near sylvan (4 votes)
Host Guest speakers (1 vote)
More discussion to come at the next meeting
Discussion of changes at Wrinkle Rock-new trails, adding to parking, new camping sites, The park recently contacted Ron Yahne about contacting the coalition-he gave the pres and vice pres of the coalition contact info to him through the coalition email.
The park is concerned with parking at the top of the ridge that drops into middle earth. They discourage parking there.
Next month:
Proposal to add a historian: Role to keep old hardware, old registries, store old documents, old photos. If there was a museum they would be a back bone to the museum. The proposal is for removing a member at large and replacing with a historian. There was much discussion about it being a great idea. Concerns were changing the backbone of our structure by removing a member at large so suggestions were to just have a historian but not a board member. Another concern was unless we had a museum to keep the things in would there be the potential that one individual could misplace or move and take them with them. No decisions were made just discussion at this meeting. Plan is to discuss at the board meeting and bring to the next meeting.
Nov to nominate officers:
Nominations will be taken in person verbally at the meeting, off the website, by email, or by telling a board member your nomination.
November 16th at midnight is the deadline. Absolutely no additions after this.
We will have a board meeting to layout who and how we can vote.
Dec meeting to collect dues, maybe have at the Athletic Club, climb and new holds and have a social – Chris Pel to look into this.
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Sept., 2011 meeting, No minutes were recorded.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Meeting Minutes
8/17/11 7pm
SDSM&T Classroom Building Rm 204
Attendees: Daryl Stisser, Becky Wagner, Ron Yahne, Jim Slichter, Chris Hirsh, Eric
Sutton, Chris Pelczarski, Jason McNabb, Adrienne Lindholm, Becky Pinkelman, Terran
Bergdale, Adam Bergdale, Josh Balt, Sam Greear, Denise Hardesty, Alyssa Biel, J.R.
Lavielle
Route Repair Updates:
Jason McNabb talked to Rich and hopes to get anchors on 3 Rings soon
Others Scheduled are Hard Rocker and anchors on Buckshot Eye, plan to do the Yellow
Wall this fall
Additional Suggested Repairs is the route on the back side of 3 Rings.
Next Month Josh Balt will showcase his video about 45 min long
Henry Barber submitted a letter to the coalition that announced there are no longer any
bolts on the route Super Pin that he was the FA on. He requested it be read but did not
leave a copy for the file. Response of the coalition was that it was reviewed and thank
you for the submission.
No agreements were made, no votes were done at this meeting on any subject.
Beans and Biners is Sept 3rd at Rushmore. It was voted and passed to give money to
Shawn Callahan if he would make chili for the event.
There was discussion of t-shirts with the old spire and mountain goat on the front with
a piton and spire on the back. This brought up discussion of a new proposed logo of
Stoney Rocks submitted by Rebecca Wold. A picture was not available so a vote will
occur at the next meeting.
Daryl Stisser asked if there was any interest in Ice Farming at Sylvan Lake. It would
help the park with a year round experience. Insurance would be needed and it would be
a $700 to multi thousand dollar project. Other benefits would be if we got insurance we
could have an outdoor comp again. Some interest and it will be put on the agenda for
next meeting.
Adam Bergdale discussed putting 3 manufactured boulders in M hill park. Cost is about
75,000 for 3 boulders. He will get more info to discuss at the next meeting.
Meeting Adjourned
Black Hills Climbing Coalition
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7/20/11 Meeting Minutes
SDSM&T 7pm
Attendees: Chris Pelczarski, Eric Sutton, Chris Hirsh, Taryn Bergdale, Becky Pinkelman, Adam Bergdale,
Jason McNabb, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Forrest Balk, Allissa Biel, Andy Koosman, Caleb Hansen, Mike
Cronin, Nicki Uhre
Follow up to last mo meeting:
Get your membership cards from Chris P. Forrest Balk also became a member and we gave an overview
of why to be a member.
Pin Fest was a great time and a good turn out for the high temps!
Evergreen update: A few people have climbed it with good reports.
Update on other repairs:
Screamin Wheaties – replaced bad bolt
Buchshot Eyes and Purple Heart – replaced a bad bolt still needs new anchors
Left Wing of Smog – new anchors in a better belay spot
Ate One Today – placed chain instead of webbing
Kiss My Aspen – Put chain on anchors
Speaker – Eric Sutton discussed the controversy over Cold Feat. He discussed that Archbold mainly
wants no controversy and he wants no more discussion. Cold Feat will stay the way it is currently
repaired. Eric went into discussion on an Agreement that was made in 1988 when Rushmore was
getting developed. It was being established as a safe fun climbing area. At that time a lot was discussed
and the community consensus was retro bolting was allowed to keep up with the statements that
were in climbing magazine back then that stated this was a well protected, fun climbing area. Eric
commented on the fact that working with the land managers to allow permits for power drilling for
repairs was a role model for the country. The permits and the Agreement were huge and the first of
their kind in the US. He commented that we are extremely lucky to have so many diverse areas and
diverse climbers, it is wonderful that there are areas for each personal tastes here, and reminded us
to remember others wants and needs as well as your own and treat others as you would want to be
treated.
Mold A Hold Party- we will see if Jim will host a party
Andy Koosman-member showcase – he did an excellent job presenting different hardware and their
breakpoints. A list of hardware and slings broken with the weight limits will be submitted later.
Next Month’s Showcase– Mike Cronin
Fall Activities were discussed:
Beans and Biners – Sept 3rd.
Pumpkin Party – Chris P. will look into permission this year
Choke Cherry Wine – make some and put in Orc Cave. Need volunteers to pick choke cherries. Maybe
see if Daryl and Cheryl would have a party.
Black Hills Ice Festival? Small amt of interest
Guidebook Update – Cronin’s Limestone in the Black Hills to be out soon.
Burr Slideshow?
Discussion of replacing bolt for bolt Yellow Wall all 3 pitches. Discussion it would take about 30 bolts
and we currently have about 60 on hand. This will last us the rest of the year and next year we can
purchase 100 for about $700. There were donations at a Burr slide show a number of years ago to have
this done. All 5 present board members voted and unanimously passed to have it repaired.
Next meeting 8/17/11.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Meeting Minutes
6/15/11 7pm
SDSM&T Classroom Building Rm 204
Attendees: Daryl Stisser, Becky Wagner, Ron Yahne, Jim Slichter, Peter Lev, Andy
Koosman, Chris Hirsh, Eric Sutton, Skip Nagel, Chris Pelczarski, Chuck Mordhorst, Jake
Furguson
We now have membership cards!! We also have VIP cards to Arriba and Grizzly Creek
for 10% off.
Update on the bylaws: The board decided to wait until winter to see if any need updating
due to time restraints by summer activities.
Reminder there is an available resource of bringing things to the board. We now have
protocols for presentations that anyone can bring to the board. One needs to contact
Chris prior to the montly meeting and he will set up for the board to meet with them prior
to the next months meeting. This will help avoid major controversy at meetings.
Todays showcase presenter: Peter Lev
Volunteers are needed for next month presentation: Andy Koosman said he would host a
Gear Breaking to experiment with the pressures involved in breaking gear. He will set up
getting biners, daisy chains, cold shuts, dynamic rope, etc.
The voting on the changes to Evergreen passed (5-2) in favor of the changes. The
reviews from the public were 7 votes clearly for the changes, 4 votes against, and 3 in
between. This is posted on the website.
Pin Fest: Sat July 16th
Committee to get posters up: Chris P and Jake to take care of this. A facebook event
was created and posted. Pot Luck if you wish to bring stuff. Time 9am Ten Pins Chris to
bring plates, napkins and utensils.
Mold a Hold Party: Rescheduled again! Sat June 25th at Rushmore – Wrinkle Rock- pot
luck. 9am climbing and afternoon hold making.
Next meeting July 20th.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Board Meeting 5/11/11
Sanfords Pub 6:00p
Rapid City, SD
Attendees: Daryl Stisser, Jason McNabb, Ron Yahne, Chris Pelczarski, Becky Wagner, Mike Cronin, Rich Barry, Jim Slichter
Presentation to the board:
Eric Sutton presented a process to the board that allows members to present a proposal to the board. His points were that this would allow another way members could communicate other than email to the board because email is not personal. He recommend that a certain amount of time is given to a member to present to the board and that they present orally and in written form. He suggested only one or two people at a time and that they can speak for a group, but no large groups of people to present. This is a way to keep people happy having two options: email or proposal to the board. The board would get back to the presenter in a timely fashion. Eric then left the meeting and allowed private discussion from the board members.
Terms of Approval for the proposal of member communication with the board:
It was then proposed and passed (6-1) that a trial basis of a 5 minute time limit (more time allowed if board members have questions) for any member (no groups) to present a written and oral proposal of any kind to the board prior to the regular meetings would be allowed providing a written proposal was submitted to the president at least 1 week prior to the monthly meeting. The board would not need to comment at the time of presentation, but would get back to the presenter in a timely fashion.
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Discussion of a possible Sacred Route List for retro bolting. It was discussed for and against this with the following reasons listed.
For a Sacred Route List:
1. May help alleviate fears of some of the climbing community.
2. It would be interesting to know what routes others wanted on the list.
Against a Sacred Route List:
1. It would be difficult to set up a fair process of how a route qualifies to be on the banned list, and concerns of backlash if certain members didn’t get their personal classics approved.
2. The current system we have requires permission of the FA if possible and allows all of the climbing community to comment and any route considered sacred by many would bring forth numerous comments which would be considered by the repair committee with the utmost importance to do what is best for the majority of the community. This allows for a sensible self governing community.
It was voted on by the board for starting a Sacred Route List: It was defeated (5-2), in favor of our current system only.
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It was discussed, moved and passed (7-0) that only the 7 board members (chair, co-chair, treasurer, secretary, publicist, and the two members at large) can vote on retro bolting after the community has had time to comment. This allows for an odd number and keeps the repair committee workers (gate keeper, leads and committee members) as workers only.
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It was found that we are current as a non profit with the State of South Dakota, however we do not have non profit status with the Federal Government. Jason is to look into this. Our main goal is we want liability and it seems we have it with the state but we do climb on federal lands too so we need to double check.
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Mike commented that the Access Fund is working to create a program where all members pay a little higher membership fee at their current coalition and then get a membership to the access fund too and get their support too. This is just in the works, more info later.
It was moved and passed to adjourn.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Meeting April 20th 2011
SDSM&T Campus
Attendees: Alyssa Beil, Samuel Greear, Adrienne Lindholm, Becky Wagner, Chris
Hirsh, Jim Slichter, Daryl Stisser, Toni Braumbaugh, Becky Pinkelman, Ron Yahne,
Caleb Hansen, Rich Barry, Peter Lev, Alex Washburn, Adam Bergdale, Eric Sutton,
Chuck Mordhorst, Jesse Antes
Last Meeting:
M hill - Still no closures, plan for Jason McNabb and Chris Pelczarski to meet with Jerry
Cole to be proactive
Wrinkle Rock Signs- Update from Ron Yahne states Todd VanAlstyne plans to get things
moving soon
Non Profit Status-Need to fill out paperwork as a board, need to have all board members
sign and have a notary (Toni Braumbaugh) volunteered to be the notary. Plan to have a
board meeting next month- this will take care of insurance issues.
New Business:
Jason McNabb did a monthly showcase on some new routes in the Lafferty Gulch area
and a new crack in the Play Ground. He also touched on a rediscovery of the route
Braille Book in Lafferty Gulch.
The member showcase next month is Alex Washburn.
Pin Fest: July 16th Next month we need to make a decision on how to advertise and need
to hammer out rope issues. Need ropes: need dynamic – Rich to check from Petzel,
Jason $150 thru sterling, both will look into spools too. Need at least 5 this year at least
10 would be ideal although likely out of this years budget. Jim states treas report we
have about 2300 in the acct. Suggestions to raffle off ropes every few years to recover
some cost to replace the ropes properly. We need to make a decision by a vote next
board meeting so we can have them here on time. A motion was proposed by Daryl and
seconded by Rich that the board is to vote and get ropes. This passed unanimously.
Burr is still planning a slide show when the guidebook comes out.
Hold making party is postponed due to the temps outside. It will now be June 11th. The
materials are in.
Alex Washburn is looking for help for the falling rock adopt a crag day. Chris Dale may
be able to help with this. May 14th 2011.
Forum Update with Alex Washburn. Members get an acct and post. Delete any old
accts. Need to use your first and last name only.
Route Repair:
Jason has all the info set to post. It will be transparent, we will iron out any finalized
process to present at May meeting. See handouts that are now posted on the web site on
Route Repair Procedure and the proposed Evergreen changes.
Daryl Stisser moved to use the proposed procedure and Rich second. It passed
unanimously. Suggestion for a forbidden list from the retrobolting was discussed with no
decisions made. Please submit your comments on the Evergreen project by email to the
repair committee by following the links on the website. The comments will be what the
board makes a decision off of.
Other Events: 4/24 Rock Climbing Adventure Porn Film at Crow Peak at 6pm by Mike
Nona
Athletic club is looking for a summer instructor contact Mary or see their website for
details
4/30 is Adopt a Crag day at the Palisades
5/28 Barn Dance in Custer at the YMCA at 7:30. Contact Cheryl or Daryl.
Next Month Membership cards
Suggestions for next meeting.
M hill need clean up date suggestion for next meeting
Discuss email notices for meetings-conflict with spam-bulk emails-Daryl thinks he can
do this tho
Consider having an area head for each area.
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Meeting March 16th 2011 - Updates from Becky W
SDSM&T Campus
Attendees: Skip Nagel, Toni Braumbaugh, Becky Wagner, Jim Slichter, Peter Lev, Jerry
Wingenter, Chuch Mordhorst, Tyler Borgwardt, Brian Anderson, Andy Koosman, Denise
Hadesty, Chris Pelczarski, Jake Ferguson, Corissa Krueger, Will Busse, Ron Yahne,
Jason McNabb, Chris Hirsh
Last Meeting:
Vegan Boulder update – not sure of any closures. Rumors there may be issues with
the historical society? No problems were detected and it seems there are not to be any
closures.
Wrinkle Rock interpretive signs- these will discuss the areas use
Forum is up! Alex put together off of bhclimbers.com – check it out! It is a good way to
connect with others and find out how about the conditions of areas etc.
Monthly Show Case: Jerry Wingenter – Avalanche survivor – climbing in Cody Wy
Next Month – Jason McNabb
Hold making party – Scheduled for Sat April 23rd. Plan is climb Rushmore 9am and
meet at Wrinkle Rock Parking Lot at 3pm for food (pot luck) and Hold making. Back up
is April 30th. The publicist is to advertise on Facebook, Email, Website and the Forum.
Insurance and Ropes: Update from Jason McNabb-discussion with attorney
Need to keep casual – no formal gatherings
Volunteer Darrel to make signs and Corrissa Krueger to help
Rope Inventory? Discussions of individual liability vs group as a whole, the consensus
was to purchase new ropes – Jason and Chris to get cost est for next meeting
Legally if we get a non profit – much less likely to be able to sue –cost is $30 so this is a
good deal. Jason to get this done.
Contact Mike Keegan at School to see if any chance of insurance through them-Jason to
do this
Consensus is to use coalition gear and to say that we are gathering for climbing is ok with
the non profit.
Dates:
Pin Fest July 16th 2011
Beans and Biners: Sept 3rd and Mon Sept 5th is the rain day
Membership Benefits: Crow Peak, Edge, Athletic Club, We may need to get membership
cards
Suggestions make rope rugs with old coalition ropes and drawings to give away at
meetings or raffles at events
Route Repair:
Process is on the website
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Meeting - 3-11
Vegan Boulder update – not sure of any closures. Rumors there may be issues with
the historical society? No problems were detected and it seems there are not to be any
closures.
Wrinkle Rock interpretive signs- these will discuss the areas use
Forum is up! Alex put together off of bhclimbers.com – check it out! It is a good way to
connect with others and find out how about the conditions of areas etc.
Monthly Show Case: Jerry Wingenter – Avalanche survivor – climbing in Cody Wy
Next Month – Jason McNabb
Hold making party – Scheduled for Sat April 23rd. Plan is climb Rushmore 9am and
meet at Wrinkle Rock Parking Lot at 3pm for food (pot luck) and Hold making. Back up
is April 30th. The publicist is to advertise on Facebook, Email, Website and the Forum.
Insurance and Ropes: Update from Jason McNabb-discussion with attorney
Need to keep casual – no formal gatherings
Volunteer Darrel to make signs and Corrissa Krueger to help
Rope Inventory? Discussions of individual liability vs group as a whole, the consensus
was to purchase new ropes – Jason and Chris to get cost est for next meeting
Legally if we get a non profit – much less likely to be able to sue –cost is $30 so this is a
good deal. Jason to get this done.
Contact Mike Kegan at School to see if any chance of insurance through them-Jason to
do this
Consensus is to use coalition gear and to say that we are gathering for climbing is ok with
the non profit.
Dates:
Pin Fest July 16th 2011
Beans and Biners: Sept 3rd and Mon Sept 5th is the rain day
Membership Benefits: Crow Peak, Edge, Athletic Club, We may need to get membership
cards
Suggestions make rope rugs with old coalition ropes and drawings to give away at
meetings or raffles at events
Route Repair:
Process is on the website
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Meeting Feb 16th 2011
SDSM&T Campus
Discussion of how often we should have meetings? Recommended 1 per mo
Advertise Meetings with flyers at the tech campus
Will send one email per year to non member list, otherwise only send emails to members
Will post on facebook for all to see
Chris P. suggested a monthly slide show for about 5 min.
Jim Slichter gave an update on the new Busse guidebook. He says it is great!
Bouldering Comp next sat feb 19th at the Athletic Club
Mold A Hold Party – motion to allow Jim to buy materials passed. About $500.
Beans and Biners either Sat Sept 3rd or Sat Sept 10th. With a rain day of Mon Sept 5th.
Rec: to post BHNFS from Wrinkle Rock on website/facebook
Next Meetings Agenda: clean up day at Falling Rock, Spring Party
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting Minutes
1/19/11
School of Mines
Attendees: Rich Barry, Tyler Bargwardt, Chris Pelczarski, Jim Slichter, Jerry Wingenter, Chris Spellmeyer,
Denise Hardesty, Chuck Mordhorst, Snake Ferguson, Chris Hirsch, Becky Wagner, Ron Yahne, Jason
McNabb, Anthony Schwartz, Katie Graue, Chris Dale, Zachary Hewitt
Introduction of Officers and then all attending members
Review of last meetings notes
New Business:
Ron bought a new 36V hammerdrill that was just under $500
Discussion of reasons to join the coalition: Money Raised goes to replace old hardware and keep our
resources in good repair and to be as safe as possible for all to enjoy, to have a voice for all climbers
with issues involving the land managers and the ability to have a contact for landmanagers to make
decisions on climbing areas and to lobby to keep our climbing freedoms, 10% Discount at Granite Sports
in Hill City, discounts on events sponsored by the coalition, a way to meet other climbers
Treasure: We have received an additional $120 from membership fees over last months and also an
additional $80 in some informational paper work Bruce Junek had given to Chris Pelczarski from quite a
while ago. In Dec we had 1432.41 in the savings and 734.81 in the checking.
Website overview: Thanks Daryl for taking this on and getting on it!! Check out the new website with
more to come!! We also have communications with climbers through facebook!
Announcement of Busse’s Guidebook is July 15th. Burr and Busse are still looking for historic photos-no
top rope photos. It would be good to possibly be able to combine a book release party and a Burr slide
show and fundraiser. To contact Burr with photos.
Bolting/Route Repair Committee: One of the functions of the coalition is to do route repair, primarily
in Custer and Rushmore. Goal is to identify routes that have unsafe hardware. A number of years ago
the coalition revamped their system to all stainless steel that are all powder coated. Jason got Black
Hills Powder Coat to help get the hardware powder coated. Coming soon is the protocol for repair and
retro bolting and what is required for the coalition to perform these tasks. The members at large and
others from the coalition worked with land managers (intern superintendent) at rushmore to discuss
the area they wanted closed after the incident of Green Peace placing a banner over Mt Rushmore.
Land Managers proposed to close most of emancipation. Coalition members lobbied and came to a
compromise of not scrambling off the back of emancipation but kept most climbs open. This included
Garfield Goes to Washington, a very popular climb. Please report climbs in need of repair to the route
repair committee. There was an overview of the recent past years repaired routes and the ones to be
reviewed next. This should be on the website soon.
Athletic Club Bouldering Comp: To be a fundraiser, possible discount for BHCC members at the Athletic
Club. Suggested 1st weekend of Feb but possibly the 2nd weekend (Sat) in Feb.
Suggested a hold making party at Jims: Should be able to make 70 holds with 2 people in one hour.
Cost of 500 holds would be about $200.
Any questions or suggestions please contact Chris Pelczarski
Jim Suggested at the next meeting that we discuss: Dates of Pin Fest and Beans and Biners, and a work
day to publicize the dates early!
Next meeting Feb 16th – place is still open
Becky Wagner moved to adjourn and Jason 2nd – meeting adjourned.
Social at Patty’s to follow-open to all.Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting Minutes
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Report from Dec, 2010 meeting:
Black Hills Climbing Coalition
12/15/10
Sanfords Pub Rapid City, SD
Attendees: Ron Williams, Bruce Junek, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Jim Slichter, JR
Lavielle, Chris Hirsh, Chris Pelczarski, Josh, Ben Jackson, Shawn Callahan, Adrienne
Lindholm, Jason McNabb, Darrel Stisser, Rebecca Wold, Denise, Jerry Wingenter,
Marcie Brumbaugh and Tim Brumbaugh
Old Business:
Discussion of new anchors and adding bolts on Oltons Shoulder. Discussion was likely
to add new anchors and look at the addition of bolts for further review in accordance with
the current bolting committee review process.
Jason updated on Cronin used some hardware for Falling Rock from the M hill
collection. Voted and passed to give Cronin $50 for additional hardware (glue) for M hill.
Ron Yahne says the bolting committee needs a new drill. High powered 36V for around
400 . Voted and passed for new drill at previous meeting...shopping for the best deal is
happening and expect a drill to be purchased soon for use in future route repair.
Treasures report: $1432.41 in savings and $734.81 in checking
Fund Raiser: Andy Burr update from Jason, Burr coming in early spring. Dahl possible
but about 400 or possible upstairs at the fire house. Darrel Has a PA system.
January Bouldering comp-need to wait till Athletic club is done with remodel. Can get a
free keg from Crow Creek Brewry. Chris Hirsh and Jason to help. Chris phone 763-486-
2562
New Business:
Election of new members:
Nominees:
Chair – Chris Pelczarski Nom by Jason 2nd by Ron Yahne
Co-chair – Jason McNabb Nom by Rebecca Wold 2nd by Denise
Secretary – Becky Wagner Nom by Rebecca Wold 2nd by Darrel
Treasurer – Jim Slichter Nom By Ron Yahne 2nd By Rebecca Wold
Publicist – Darrel Stisser Nom by Jason 2nd by Rebecca Wold
Members at Large: Ron Yahne and Mike Cronin RY Nom by Rebecca Wold 2nd by
Becky Wagner and MC Nom by Becky Wagner and 2nd by Denise
All above nominees were voted and passed into office.
2011 Officers are:
Chair – Chris Pelczarski
Co-chair – Jason McNabb
Secretary – Becky Wagner
Treasurer – Jim Slichter
Publicist – Daryll Stisser
Members at Large: Ron Yahne and Mike Cronin
Final Statement by Bruce is we need a general membership drive. Good Luck!!
Big Thanks to Bruce from everyone!
Darrel brought up membership dues:
Discussion revealed Motion to raise dues to $20 per person.
An individual under the age of 18 can get the benefits of being a member if at least one
parent is a paid member. This benefit is for children only, not spouses or significant
others over the age of 18. The benefits include discounts on events etc that members
normally get. If someone under the age of 18 does not have one paid parent then they
can become a member by paying the membership dues. This was voted and passed.
Dues are now $20 per person with kids under the age of 18 of paid members free.
Next meeting check ropes and we will have Chris Pelczarski come up with a proposal to
replace and get new ropes.
We are a non profit but we need to look into if we have kept up on maintaining to see if
we still have this status. (Later research showed that the BHCC no longer has has any status as a nonprofit)
Motion for meeting to be adjourned by Jim, Becky 2nd. Meeting adjourned.
2011 pd members: $20 per person. Kids under the age of 18 with one paid parent get
discounts as if a paid member. This does NOT include spouses and significant others.
Anyone over 18 must pay 20 per person.
2011 Paid Members
Becky Wagner
Ron Yahne
Ben Jackson
Shawn Callahan
JR Lavielle
Jim Slichter
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
11-17-10
Crow Creek Brewery
Spearfish, SD
7pm
Attendees: Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Adam McMahon, Caleb Hansen, Jay Erickson, Shawn Callahan,
Tim Brumbaugh, Marcie Brumbaugh, Toni Brumbaugh, Dris Pelczarski, Joel Hagan, JR Lavielle,
Jason McNabb, Adrienne Lindholm
Old Business: Beans and Biners went great! Thanks to Shawn Callahan for Chili!
New Business:
Email requests:
Jerome Adams- Oltons Shoulder-requests retro bolt above chock stone and wants anchors.
This was rec to the bolting committee to do a recon on the route. Caleb or Eric to reply to Jeromes request.
Chris Dale – Norbeck Uni – He would like to work with the BHCC on M hill for new anchors. Rec:
Talk to Cronin about possibility for more glue ins funded through the city. The thought was for 5 additional
anchors. Caleb is to talk to Cronin.
Next Meeting: Bully Blends or Buffalo Hot Wings or Firehouse. Discussion decided Caleb with contact
Buffalo Hot Wings about the third wed in Dec the 15th. Plan to nominate and then elect new officers.
Discussion of fund raisers: Andrew Burr would like to do a slide show in early spring. Discussion of
places to hold this NAU, Mines, or Firehouse. This is still open at this time.
Jason McNabb discussed shirts for the coalition. A friend to provide a new design and Rebecah
Wold husband to print them.
Meeting Adjourned!!
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
9-15-10
7 pm Dublin Square
Rapid City, SD
Attendees: Bruce Junek, Ron Yahne, John Popp and Becky Wagner
Old Business:
1816.62 was spent on hardware and powder coating
New Business
9-18-10 Ron Yahne and Jason McNabb are meeting with the Rushmore officials to place signage
at the top of Emancipation. You can go to the top but not past the Veil of Tranquility. Park is supplying signs.
Heath from Virginia needs couch or lawn to sleep at for a climbing trip later this month. We also suggested
free camping at wrinkle rock and showers at KOA.
Coalition is in need of a new drill, old one wobbles and bores out the hole too much. It could possibly be
repaired but the battery doesn’t hold much charge either. Motion by Ron and second by Becky to
purchase a new 36V Bosch cordless fro 439.99 off the internet if the funds are available after checking with
Jim. Voted and passed. Bruce is to check with Jim for funds. Ron is checking with Stan Huston for repair
of old one and if this is feasible.
Coalition is in need of new ropes too. Many are getting very worn. Steve Horn is in look of old used ropes
for a project.
Fund Raisers:
Bruce is to contact Andy Burr for a slide show for Dec/Jan.
Becky will check with Jake Whittle on a possible bouldering comp at the Athletic Center.
No Oct meeting scheduled unless something comes up.
Nov meeting planned either for Nov 17th (bruce still gone) or beginning of Dec.(bruce back)
Meeting Adjourned
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
6-17-10
Dublin Square
Rapid City, SD
Attendees: Ron Yahne, Jay, Ron Williams, Eric Hansen, Mike Cronin, Peter Lev, Bruce Junek, Darrel Stisser,
Becky Wagner, Jason McNabb, Bryce
Darrel heard that dogs in Rushmore is ok but the leash law to be followed and it will be patrolled.
They will be treating the Rushmore area for pine beetles soon.
Meeting Fri 6-18-10 with the superintendent at Rushmore discussion boundaries, this may affect even more
access than already. Currently it has affected the backside of emancipation up to Tranquility. This has been
in response to the Green Peace issue.
Ron Yahne, Bruce Junek, Jason McNabb, Darrel Stisser, and Rich to attend maybe Andrew Busse.
Final engineering on Wrinkle Rock and new belay pads to be done this summer and project to start this fall.
Repairs:
All new anchors at Falling Rock. Cronin and Yahne to thank. Replaced 9 sets with glue ins which are much
more tamper proof. The tree anchor is gone compliments of the Forest Service. Thank you! The tree had root
rot and was a liability.
Other repairs: Garfield has new anchors at the first pitch and the top. Now can do a 2 rope repel not from the
overhang. Still need gear for anchors at the top of the 2nd pitch. New anchors on Mothra, Gossamer has a
new top bolt and removed the studs from the old anchors. Tiki put up by Dick Laptad he oked an additional
bolt at the bottom if put in on lead. Yahne did this on lead with the help of McNabb on belay. They added new
anchors too.
Thanks to all who participated in clean up day for Falling Rock. Thanks to all who donated great booty give-aways
too!!
Next Meeting at Slate Creek Grill on July 14th prior to Pin Fest Moved by Darrel and 2nd by Jay. Pass
unanimously. Ropes will be checked then too. Cronin will store ropes till the weekend for pin fest. Wagner
to bring climbing forms, tape and posters. Junek to bring table, pens, flags etc.
Darrel ask to update the website and will contact Eric Hansen.
Pin Fest Date: July 17th
Beans and Biners Sept 11th.
Tower Day : Sept 25th.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
4-21-10
Dublin Square
Rapid City, SD
Attendees: Ron Yahne, Skip Nagel, Brett Schriock, Chris and Steve Sewell, Alyssa Biel, Chris Spellmeyer,
Mike Cronin, Bruce Junek, Rebecca Wold, Becky Wagner, Jerry Wingenter, Chris Pelczasski, Benjamin Jackson
Old Business:
Reminder Mt. Rushmore officials want the BHCC members to be advocates for no dogs in the park boundarys.
Please help us to encourage all to follow this rule. They informed us they will be starting to ticket those who
do not follow this rule. National Parks have a country wide rule of no dogs.
Falling Rock - Mike Cronin will be putting in new anchors! $260 for 20 10mm x 15 cm bolts, 2 glue cartridges,
2 extra tips for the glue, and 1 bit. ETA is 2 weeks.
Also note the Forest Service contacted Ron Yahne with info that the tree used for an anchor at Falling Rock
has root rot and is very unstable. They plan to cut it down but we are unsure of a time frame. Please spread
the word that this is not safe to use as an anchor.
Crag Day at Falling Rock is scheduled for May 22nd. There will be top ropes for climbing and the Forest Service
is providing a dumpster for clean up of the area.
Dahl is hosting a Chuck Fryberger film on May 3rd. Contact Eric Hansen for more info and cost is 10 if member,
1
5 if not, however the 15 will let you become a member.
Pin Fest Scheduled for July 17th.
Beans and Biners Scheduled for Sept 11th.
Tower Day Scheduled for Sept 25th. We would like to see more involvement from the RC area climbers. The
park service does a nice job - allows for free camping and has a great feed for the participants in the trail rehab
and climbing day.
New Business:
Access Fund Contacts are now Darrel Stisser and Mike Cronin.
Rope was found at Falling Rock - contact Becky Wagner for info
Jim had discussed rotating areas for the meetings at the March meeting. It was decided that we would have
a meeting May 19th at Dublin Square 7pm. June 16th meeting will be at Slate Creek Grill in Hill City 7pm.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
3-31-10
Dublin Square
Rapid City, SD
Old Business:
Reminder Mt. Rushmore officials want the BHCC members to be advocates for no dogs in the park boundary's.
New Business:
Falling Rock Repairs by Mike Cronin for new anchors. Jim and Eric first and seconded the motions and
majority ruled 8/10 for new anchors $300 worth.
Crag Day at Falling Rock May 22nd – Access Fund, Adopt a Crag, Forest Service. Will have insurance
waivers to sign for climbing on coalition ropes. Lyle has the ropes.
Dahl hosting a Chuck Fryberger film. Voted and passed unanimously. $345 for the dahl and split admissions
with Chuck.
Pin Fest Date: July 17th Voted and passed.
Beans and Biners Sept 11th. Voted and passed.
Tower Day : Sept 25th.
Next Meeting Dublin Square April 21st
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Meeting 2/25/10
Crow Peak Brewery
Spearfish, SD
Old Business:
Same board as last year
$2000 allocated to the bolting committee, stainless steel is expensive, best to buy bulk
$200 of this is to go to Mike Cronin for Hardware for new anchors at falling rock
BHCC t-shirts are in the works
New Business:
Please adhere to no dogs in Mt. Rushmore rules
Comp this Sunday at Athletic Center 11-4pm
Next meeting Dublin square
Two new members:
Both paid Jim
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
Meeting Minutes from 1-20-10 held at 7pm at Dublin Square in Rapid City.
Attendees: Caleb Hansen, Rebecca Wold, Ron Williams, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Jason McNabb
and Adrienne Lindholm, Mike Cronin, Eric Hansen, Gus Malone, Chris Stover, Peter Lev, Chris Spellmeyer,
Jim Schlicter, Bruce Junek, Becca Kelley, Will Buckman
Nominees:
All the same as last year, with the addition of Jason McNabb co publicist with Eric Hansen
Rebecca Wold motion to vote on members, Ron Williams 2nds
The following were voted on and 2010 offices are as follows:
Chair: Bruce Junek
CoChair: Caleb Hansen
Treasurer: Jim Schlicter
Secretary: Becky Wagner
CoPublicist: Eric Hansen and Jason McNabb
Members at Large: Mike Cronin and Ron Yahne
Climbing Competition – Athletic Center 4-7:30 on 1-23-10
There will be food and drinks and door prizes such as chalk bags, free shoes etc.
The Athletic Center offered to have people pay their membership dues and fill out membership sheets
with their emails for the Coalition.
I believe the cost of the comp is $5 and dues are $10.
Randy Erickson made a 15 min movie of the climbing section of Primal Quest. He would like to show
it at the next climbing meeting.
Rebecca Wold said that Turkey Graphics can do T shirts for 6.50 per shirt. Logo suggestions are the
old logo. She will bring some sketches next meeting for approval.
Mike Cronin said it is likely the VC road will stay open. Thanks to all who sent letters!!!
Treasurers Report:
Checking $2477
Savings $1426
Cronin made a motion to allow the bolting committee up to $2000 in allocations as needed for 2010.
Gus Malone 2nd and it passed.
It was voted and passed that the Feb meeting be in Spearfish.
March meeting to be at Dublin in Rapid.
Jason gave an update on the bolting committee from 2008, 2009 and plans for 2010. There should be
updates on the website coming soon.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
Meeting Minutes from 10/29/09 held at 7pm at Dublin Square in Rapid City.
Attendees: Caleb Hansen, Rebecca Wold, Jay Erickson, Ron Williams, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner,
Jason McNabb and Adrienne Lindholm
Discussion of the New Wrinkle Rock Climbing Area Improvement Projects. Ron Yahne attended the meeting
with the Forest Service (FS) and National Park Service (NPS). Good discussion was held and as far as Ron
was concerned most of it was great for climbers. The plan is to expand the parking area to 20 spaces. They
had suggested adding 4 camping pads which Ron agreed would be great. They suggested along the trail by
the road and Ron suggested on the left side of the trail and closer to the parking area. They also wanted to
decrease erosion by placing belay pads at the base of Toy Boat and # 9 and close the trail that has washed
by #9 and have the trail by Toy Boat as access to these climbs. It was also discussed to change the drainage
by the Wrinkle Rock entrance so it would not drain onto the trail and change the drainage by Dykes Next Door.
Back fill would be applied and the drainage changed to help decrease erosion in these areas. Concerns
that Ron found were they planned to remove the parking along they Hwy but by removing this and adding a
few more spaces in Wrinkle Rock we will still have a net decrease in parking spaces. They wanted to close
the parking on the Hwy for people crossing the Hwy at this spot, however Ron commented that people would
cross from the parking lot behind the bathroom to the North Park/Chopping Block area. Behind the bathroom
is a blind corner and likely more of a safety concern for foot traffic in this area. Ron said they had not realized
this and made notes of this. It was discussed and not passed to comment on dogs in the area. Concerns that
were discussed and agreed upon by the coalition meeting (motion by Rebecca to send an email or letter in
response to the previous meeting that Ron attended 2nd by Ron with unanimous vote to proceed with the letter)
included.
1. Overall BHCC is excited about the changes at Wrinkle Rock with few concerns to consider.
2. Parking lot –excellent but concerns of net decrease in parking if hwy is closed.
3. Concerns of crossing to North Park/Chopping block by the bathroom and having a more dangerous spot
crossing the hwy
4. Tent pads are great however not near the hwy keep them back closer to the parking area and on the far
side of the trail away from the hwy.
5. Great to stop erosion by closing the one eroding trail by #9 (there will still be access from a different trail)
and placing belay pads
6. Great to change drainage near parking area trailhead and Dykes Next Door
7. Concerns of keeping maintenance of the Wrinkle Rock bathroom open. If it is not maintained where would
you expect people to use the bathroom? Additionally when most climbers have been in the parking area, it is
very common (almost daily when we are there) there are non climbers stopping to use the area and its facilities.
High use area and concerns of not maintaining this bathroom especially so close to Mt Rushmore may leave a
negative impression on many visitors.
8. On pg 7 of 8 Under Other Management Issues there is some confusion on the statement of the use of
non-motorized and motorized drilling. If there could be some clarification that would be great. We believe
non-motorized drilling is allowed in most areas. Clarification of this is needed to ensure correct usage by the
BHCC.
Ron Yahne is in charge of developing a letter to send and is the contact person from the BHCC on this topic.
The trail from Wrinkle Rock parking to the kiosk is going to be handicap accessible and
Dr. Rebecca Wold an occupational therapist is offering to give free consultations.
Rebecca is going to ask Tony from Turkey Graphics about some ideas for T-shirt logos.
Discussion of a Holiday event was discussed and determined that Caleb would look into a pot luck with beer
and possible video at the Athletic Center for Dec or Jan
Discussion of getting more info about upcoming events and past events on the website. Jason will email a list
of repaired routes to Eric to put on the website. Recent repairs are Dire Spire – new bolts and anchors, Ocean
Spray on Tiki – new bolts, and Existantial Angst – new anchors.
It was moved by Becky to adjourn and second by Rebecca. Meeting Adjourned.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting Minutes
8/19/09 Dublin Square Rapid City, SD 7pm
Attendees: Bruce Junek, Rebecca Wold, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Jason McNabb, Jay Erickson
Old Business:
July 15th 09 Bruce Junek, Jim Slichter, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Lyle, Ron Williams, Josh Balt all checked
the coalition ropes for the Pump Fest.
New Business:
Dawn Glanc slide show to occur Fri before beans and biners. Fri Sept 11th at the Fire house.
Beans and Biners : Jay says ins is non profit is SD covered but not covered for court costs. To set up a non
profit would cost up about 1500-2000 dollars/yr. Should use a release liability form with out one it shows liability.
Discussion of release forms and posting signs that everyone is welcome to climb on coalition ropes but everyone
must sign a waiver first. Jason made a motion to use liability waivers. You do not have to be a member to climb
but you need to sign a waiver at each event. There is to be a central waiver signing spot and some other signs
posted to let people know to sign a waiver prior to using coalition ropes. Seconded by Rebecca. Rebecca Wold
to be the event promoter and Bruce to get the forms ready. Shawn said he would make chilli and coalition would
pay for products. Jason said he could help set up ropes and then work the table for awhile. Beans and Biners is
to be a pot luck. To start at 9am Sept 12th 09.
Suggestion of a silent raffle to raise money for bolts – petzel could sponsor.
Rebecca contact for BHCC t-shirts and tanks for girls. Goat on spire theme. She would look into cost on screen
and cost per shirt.
Cronin may do a LaSportiva shoe demo at Beans and Biners.
Bruce discussed an outdoor convention in Spearfish – BH Pioneer Sun after Beans and Biners. Bruce, Ron or
Jason to speak about climbing there.
Repairs Completed:
Not Too Steep for My Lichen anchors and top 2 bolts
5.8 to the rt of Not Too Steep added new anchors
5.10 to the left of Not Too Steep replaced anchors
Need of Repair:
Anchors and 1 bolt on Dire Spire
Anchors on top pitch of Garfield Goes to Washington
Ocean Spray in Custer State Park
Motion to adjourn and 2nd.
Meeting was adjourned.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting Minutes
6/17/09 Held at Dublin Square
Attendees: Bruce Junek, Peter Lev, Shawn Nagel, Chris Spellmeyer, Caleb Hansen, Eric Hansen, Ron Yahne,
Jay Erickson, Brian Anderson
Joel’s Wife supplied a climbing waiver form for consideration for events. Discussion about whether this would help.
The general feeling was we still need insurance.
Pin fest scheduled for July 18th. The question was raised if we wanted to do a cleanup? There are many trees down.
Suggestion that everyone bring gloves and help open trails.
People needed to donate good ropes. Eric will put something on website and make up posters by July 1st.
Discussion for a workday in August at Far Downs.
List of Routes in need of repair:
Moonstone
Remove old anchors on Pluto’s Playground
Notes by Ron Yahne typed by Becky Wagner
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting Minutes
5/27/09 Meeting held in Hill City 7pm social at Granite Sports and meeting followed at 8pm
Attendees: Bruce Junek, Jim Schlichter, Trent Schlichter, Rob Taylor, Gwen Brandhagen, Lindsay Stepheny,
Chris Spellmeyer, Ron William, Becky Wagner, Ron Yahne, Rebecca Wold, Shawn Callahan, Jim Syverson,
Susan Scheirbeck, Sue Schroeder, Joel Hagan, Matt Mieczkowich, Cheryl Meyer, Daryl Stisser, Eric Hansen
Old Business:
It has been decided that the member's is public knowledge. Information such as email addresses is only given
out for the members that oked theirs for publication.
New Business
Website update: GOOD JOB ERIC!! It is now up and running!! The hope is to use the website for not only
advertisement for our events but also current updates the morning of events on weather and such.
Keenan Harvey photography class has been cancelled.
Treasurer's Report: Savings;$1360 Checking: $2557
Daryl with an insurance update: Since we are a professional organization Daryl suggests we get insurance even
for our gathering events with no comps. Cost estimate would be $2000 per year. This brought up a lot of
discussion on whether or not it is necessary and ideas of getting legal advise if it is necessary or what the
consequences of not having insurance. Joel said he would see what he could find out from his wife an attorney.
Other ideas were possibly seeing if we could join with Tech for these events and have insurance through them.
It was also proposed that we have a festival in town during the weekend we climb so maybe we can get some
city insurance. Ideas for generating more $ for insurance is increasing membership dues, making event dues
mandatory, having more auctions at our events, and asking for donations at our events.
Pin Fest 3rd week of July: Trees are down everywhere!! Too many so Custer should move them but we should
find out a time line for removal. Scott Malone is the contact person. 10 Pins area is a mess and hard to get to
any climbs contact Lindsey Barneys boss's boss would be the best person to contact.
The contact person for discussion on Wrinkle Rock Parking Lot was supposed to speak tonight but is absent-hopefully
he will be at the next meeting.
Climbers Coffee: July 4th (informal meeting in 1 month)
Informal Group gatherings Thurs nights at rushmore
Wed night at Falling rock
Dawn Glance Slide show around Beans and Biners has passed with a unanimous vote. She will charge $500 plus
travel expenses. She should have sponsors to help with posters and advertisements.
List of Routes in need of Repair:
Anchors - Top of Garfield
2nd bolt on Gossomer
Dire Spire - Anchors and 1 bolt
Evergreen - Jason has recon notes
2 Sex Routes - 2 anchors
Eddie Begoon's - Anchor
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting Minutes
3/25/09 Held at the Chop House – Spearfish, SD
Attendees: Lance Lund, Chris Klinger, Brian, Joel, Toni, Mike Cronin, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Lee Terveen, Tyrell, Melissa Hampton, Peter Lev, Susan Scheirbeck, Will Buckman, Eric Hansen, Jason Mc Nabb, Jake, Caleb Hansen, Luke Kretchmar, Chris Spellmeyer, Will Busse, Rochelle, Jamie, Pam Gillespie, Terrrance, Jacey
Announcements: Sat March 28th at the Forest Service Office on hwy 16 in Rapid City from 9-12 is a time you can voice your concerns with Rangers about the closure of some of the off roads including the one providing access to the VC.
You can also find more info on Mountain Project under SD then under VC.
Jason Mc Nabb and Mike Cronin attended the Travel Management Plan meeting last week about the different proposals for the trails systems. They are open for comment until May 4th-please send a letter to voice how it will affect climbing in the VC. Mike gave a hand out of a letter to use as a reference and another hand out on where to send your comments and information you may want to add to your letter. For more info please contact Mike.
Old Business:
Treasurers Report: Jim is not present to give an updated report.
Website update: Eric has had trouble with the website and getting new software. He will look into contacting Brett who may have knowledge to help us get this in order.
Daryl is not present to give us an update on insurance for an outdoor comp.
Will Busse was voted to be in charge of looking into cleaning up trails in the Ten Pins and Cathedral Spires areas. Rochelle is to co-chair this project. We will ask Bruce to talk with the park system about how to help. If Bruce (not present) doesn’t want to do this Ron Yahne said he would.
Melissa Hampton ( mjhampton@hotmail.com )said she would help with a climbing fest and chili feed. Shannon Toowmy sp? Stated in the past he would help too. Will Buckman said he would like to have a 3 hour work day at the Tower and then food and then climbing the 3rd week in Sept. We may be able to group all of these together at that time.
It was brought up that the bolting committee and our co-chair has had a difficult time with communication with Rich, the head of the bolting committee. Multiple emails by the bolting committee and 2 phone calls from Caleb have not been returned. Bolting committee members stated that Rich does a great job and they would like to keep him in charge, however a more timely return of communication and more timely way of getting gear is needed.
Mike Cronin brought up that he would like to bring a proposal to the next meeting about the groups thoughts for rap bolting with power drills and talking with the park system about a permit for doing so in the Custer State Park area. This brought up much heated discussion both for and against such a project. Discussion included illegal bolting that may be occurring, how a permit system my help and how this could increase the number of routes in this area and they could be regulated about what route get put in. Discussion for tradition and how doing this would be more of a burden on the park system and rangers. It was stated that rap bolting is legal at this time but power drilling is not. A motion was made by Caleb to allow Mike to bring a proposal to the next meeting and seconded by Toni. Many members stated comment for and against the acceptance of a proposal. This discussion caused much upheaval amongst members.
Becky moved to adjourn and it was second by Lance.
Note: an email was sent to the member list on 3-26-09 by Mike Cronin stating the with-drawl of his proposal due to the disturbance amongst members about the subject of power drills in the State Park.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Meeting 2/18/09 at Dublin Square-Rapid City, SD
Attendees: Phil, Steve, Bret, Ron Yahne, Ron Williams, Caleb, Jason McNabb, Eric Hansen, Jim, Sue, Becky, Mike,
Shawn, Rebecca K, Joel, Adam, Shannon
Old Business:
Repair Kits: Recommended by the coalition for the repair committee to have the kits ready for use by April 1st .
The repair committee needs input for repair routes. An attempt to ask at every meeting for any routes in need of
repair will be put on the agenda for upcoming meetings.
Voting Recap of new board members
New Business:
Recommended a motion to add the Access Fund Representative (Daryl) and Membership Tracker/Promoter
(Cheryl) to be added to the board. Discussion involved a low attendance at the meetings and very few available
voters due to board members not always being able to vote. It was decided by a vote to just keep them as
current positions but not as official “board members”.
Treasurer Report: Jim: $1356 in savings and $2482 in checking.
Daryl had sent an email for proposed changes to Mt Rushmore – contact Daryl or Wyss Associates
VC road closing: Mike has gotten support from some companies such as Black Diamond and Sportiva for
help with promoting keeping the access road open. Steve sits on the board for the off road riders program
and will pass the info on to them, maybe we can gets some added support from them . They will have a proposal
for the closing on the 27th. Comments can be given after that time. Please contact Mike Cronin for more info.
Website: Eric has been having issues with accessing our current website. It has been voted on in the past that
Eric is oked to get new software because of the difficulties with the current website. Bret said he had access to
new software so him and Eric will work out the best solution.
Daryl is to comment on how we can get insurance for an outside comp.
Brainstormed for goals for 2009:
1. Educational Day: Self Rescue and Anchor Building
2. More regular climbing events: Devils Tower, Spearfish Canyon
3. Chili Feed
4. Trail Projects
5. Horseshoe Hell: 12 hours of climbing for a fundraiser
6. Tree removal around the Ten Pins
Becky made a motion to start committees next month for goals we want to accomplish. All would be great but if
only some get organized, maybe the others will get done next year. Sue 2nd the motion. It passed by unanimous vote.
Benefits of membership: Involvement with the above goals, route repair, 15% off at Granite sports(just tell them
you are a member), voice for the climbing community
Next months meeting is proposed for Spearfish and is TBA, (likely Crow Creek
Brewry or Sandfords)
Steve had a motion to adjourn the meeting and it was 2nd by Rebecca.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
1/21/09 Gas Light –Rockerville
Attendees: Jim, Eric Hansen, Susan, Chris, Caleb, Duane, Rich, Rebekah, Roger, Bruce, Brent, Mike, Shannon,
Jason McNabb, Ron Yahne, Aaron, Jason Lembert, Gwen, Lisa, and Becky
Old Business: Bolting Committee met, discussed and it is the consensus of the group to see how “kits” with a set
amount of gear determined by the bolting committee will work for each of the bolting committee members of each
region of the repair areas. The routes in need of repair will be determined by the bolting committee group prior to
the repair season. The kits will be replenished on return of accurate paperwork of where each piece of hardware
was placed. It was the consensus of the group that paperwork is important for good relations with the landmanagers.
The kits are on a trial basis and if found to not work smoothly another solution will be suggested.
New Business:
Each nominee for office had a chance to speak on their behalf.
Nominees are:
Chair: Bruce Junek and Brent Kertzman
Co-Chair: Caleb Hansen and Will Busse
Secretary: Becky Wagner
Treasurer: Jim Schlicter
Publicist: Eric Hansen
Member at Large: Ron Yahne, Peter Lev, and Mike Cronin
Voted by ballot and 4 proxy votes
2009 voted in board members are as follows:
Chair: Bruce Junek
Co-Chair: Caleb Hansen
Secretary: Becky Wagner
Treasurer: Jim Schlicter
Publicist: Eric Hansen
Members at Large: Ron Yahne and Mike Cronin
Bolting Update from Rich: Priority finding routes in need of repair, Goals: Accountability, Quality work and
Partnership with landmanagers.
Time table:
Establish list of routes at beginning of each year and prioritize them
Have an area lead person for each area: Rushmore and Custer
Late winter give hardware estimates needed for each kit
Hardware is approved through Bruce and Jim
Select route repair lists for each area
Process Hardware
Give a refresher training course for installing hardware
Perform route repairs through out the season
To replenish kit-need forms properly filled out with route info and accountability for each piece of hardware used
End of year final report
Discussion and proposal by Rich on Retrobolting:
Concerns with adding bolts to routes, Parks mandate preservation so there is some potential for controversy
and poor relations with the Parks, However Todd (our current contact with the park) has stated he is in favor of
adding bolts if it decreases risk of harm to participants.
Rich proposed 2 options for retrobolting:
Option 1: If there is bolting the same day as the recon 3 people on the bolting committee should be there to agree
on the retrobolting. If the recon is done one day and drilling occurs another day it is only necessary to have 2 bolting
committee members input.
Option 2: Recon then post on website for comment
It was voted on and Option 1 Passed by majority vote.
Rich provided Repair Route lists for Custer and Rushmore areas. See Becky or Rich for the lists.
Cheryl has been keeping a database of members and has been doing a great job of adding the new members to
the email database
Donations: Philip Berggren made a $50 donation. Becky will send a thank-you to him and Mike Engel from last
year he donated $500.
Treasurer’s report: Year End: Checking: 2052.26 Savings:1355.17. Since then, The Andy Burr slide show netted
an additional $430
Pat Wyss would be a good contact for anyone interested in more information on the Mickelson/Rushmore Trial
Project-see Susan for details
Mike Cronin commented again on access to the VC. It would be landlocked if they close rd 150 off Sheridan Lake Rd.
There has been a proposal for closure then 45 days waiting period. We need to let them know why access through this
road is so important. Mike will get info on key points to Becky so she can email info for all members to send info to rally
why we need it left open.
Voted that the next meeting be held in Rapid City at Dublin square on WED. Feb 18th. Caleb will make sure all is ok
with Dublin Square.
Mike Cronin is working on a meeting in Spearfish in March. TBA
It was voted and passed that we charge $10 for the Peter Lev slide show on January 31st at School of Mines Campus
EP Bld Rm 252 (New Location) and anyone interested gets a free membership for 2009 to the BHCC.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Meeting 12/16/08
Attendees: Cheryl, Daryl, Kaleb, Eric, Will, Brent, Jeff, Mike, Jim, Shannon, Bruce and Becky
Old Business:
Bolting Committee: Becky proposed a recommendation from the general coalition to the bolting committee about having "bolting kits" for the bolting committee members. It is proposed that the bolting committee members meet to decide if this sounds like a good idea and what exactly will be in each kit. Documentation of each piece of hardware etc. and an accurate list of routes repaired would be required prior to any replenishment of kit items. This will hopefully allow for more flexibility in making repairs for the ultimate goal of getting more repairs accomplished. It was seconded by Daryl and was voted on and passed. We ask that the bolting committee meet and report their decision back to the general coalition meeting. Brent also suggested an online submission of all repair work done.
Boulder Comps: One is set for Jan 10th at the Athletic Center. Mike suggested we ask to see if the proceeds from it could go to purchase new holds at the gym. Daryl is to look into this further.
New Business:
Audit Committee: Roger, Brian, and Jim met for an internal audit of the books. There were receipts for almost everything with the exception of some speakers. It was reminded that receipts were needed for everything. It was stated that all incoming money needs to have a checks and balance. 2 separate people are to count the money and check the deposit. Brent asked the tax status-Non profit. Check book balance is at $1647.00 and the savings account has around $2000.00 and exact amount was not known at the meeting.
Nominees for 2009 Board members to be voted on next month.
Chair: Elect one
Brent - thoughts for improvements next year: possibly less meetings-one yearly, having projects laid out-example trail project could form this on the website and use it as a communication tool.
Bruce Junek - Get a good publicist, get the website up and running, brainstorm on new members and be crazier and try meetings in different towns in the Black Hills.
Co-Chair: Elect one
Lyle, Kaleb Hansen, Will Busse
Secretary: Becky Wagner
Treasurer: Jim Schlicter
Publicist: Eric Hansen Need to update the website and get it running again. Need to post new information in a timely manner and check and respond to emails. Chair will email newsletter to publicist and then publicist will get it on the website. Forrest Balk volunteered to help revamp the website. Eric will contact him.
Members at Large: Elect 2: Ron Yahne, Peter Lev, Mike Cronin
It has been proposed that a new position be opened and voted on next month. We have had difficulties lately with having a current list of members. It was proposed to have a membership director with the job description of keeping a current list of members and being a promoter of new membership. Nominee: Cheryl
Access Fund Representative: Daryl Stisser has agreed to be the representative from the Black Hills Climbing Coalition.
New Trails in the Hills
Mickelson/Rushmore trail. Daryl reported about the meeting in Keystone. This is in regards to a proposed trail from the Mickelson trail to Mt. Rushmore. Discussion about what issues will arise and if it is possible to do this. There are some issues with a few land owners in order to make this possible. Also one of the proposed routes goes up the old road through the South Seas and Wrinkle rock parking lot. The trail system may consist of 12-18 miles of new trail in the Rushmore area. This could have a large impact on climber's parking and free camping at Wrinkle rock. It may be in the coalitions best interest to voice our opinion on the situation.
Potential Road Closure:
Mike Cronin brought to our attention that there is a proposed road closure though the off road travel management plan. They will be seasonal and some permanent closures of roads. The road of concern for climbers is Rd 150 off Sheridan Lake Road. You turn right after mile marker 7 on Norseman and then branch off onto 151E. This is the main public access to the VC climbing area. This may cause a land lock of the climbing area. Mike is asking for climbers to write letters to the Forest Service about key things of this is a climbing area close to Rapid and can disperse recreation to take some of the pressure off of Spearfish Canyon. The VC has had bolted routes Mike plans to hand out a letter asking for letters of support and where to send them at the Andy Burr Slide show on Dec 30th.
Having the Coalition Meetings in Different Places:
There was a motion to have meetings in different places.
Jan meeting 3rd tues at the Gaslight at 7.
Might look into meeting in Hill City in Feb. and possibly at Common Grounds in Spearfish in March. It was suggested to add a carpooling place on our website.
December Slide Show:
Andy Burr Slide show scheduled for Dec. 30th at 7 pm at Dublin Square. Minors allowed until 9 pm. It was decided cost is $10 and there will be free membership to the coalition included. Becky will make a form for attendees to fill out with their name, email and phone number. All dues start in Jan of 2009. It was moved and passed that dues start at the first of the year. This will allow us to start a current member list. Brent will look into getting items donated for auction for fund raisers.
January Slide Show:
Tentative January 31st slide show by Peter Lev. Not sure where it will be yet.
Brent suggested that we make membership cards to present at places such as Granite Sports, etc.
Items to be discussed at the January Meeting:
Vote for new board members.
Daryl will comment on how we could get insurance for an outdoor comp.
Discuss the goals of the coalition and the benefits of membership.
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11/18/08
Meeting at the Gas Light
Attendees: Ron Yahne, Chris Spellmeyer, Becky
Tour of the Hall of Records has been canceled due to snow until further notice.
Discussion of bolting committee. The current protocol is not working well. There is frustration in lack of a timely response from approval and receiving of hardware for the people doing repairs. It has been proposed again to have “kits” for each person on the bolting committee, that get replaced only when good records of where the current kit hardware was used. It was mentioned that it would be good to always recon the entire route but if there are bad anchors, they can be replaced without repairing the entire route due to safety issues with bad anchors.
Darryl is back and may organize some bouldering comps.
Granite Sports is willing to take money for people who would like to become members for us. Members get a 15% discount there. This may help to increase our membership.
Becky said if she could get a list of current members she would be willing to try and keep up with current email addresses. Becky had talked with Forrest Balk and he said he would be willing to revamp our WEB page over Christmas holiday. Becky needs to find out from Aaron how to get be able to change things on our web site.
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Climbing Coalition Meeting
Minutes for the 10/21/08 meeting
Attendees: Ron Yahne, Rick, Chris, Brent, Aisling, Eric, Jim, Will, Carrissa, Pete, Ron Williams, Jason Lambert and Becky
Old Business:
Holiday Hike to the Hall of Records - tours are shut down due to a liability issue, someone fell and broke their ankle so they have shut down tours but Todd said he would work on seeing if they would let us. Ron is working with Todd.
The slide show with Dawn Glanc: it was short notice and she was not interested at this time.
Peter is still willing to do a slide show this fall.
Andy Burr is willing to do a slide show this fall also.
New Business:
Brent comments:
Vern Phinney is working on a new guidebook. There have been comments in the past about they layout being confusing so he will try to remedy that. Brent is helping Vern - they are looking at the entire Rushmore area from Raspberry to Horse Thief. Vern wanted a self publish and to do it in black and white. Andy Burr however will not support photos in a black and white book. Brent and crew are looking into a grant with S.D. Tourism and using (Fred Nightly?) at Sharp End Books. Sharp does the marketing and pays for the publishing up front. It would be a 3-stage process with a goal for the first book out in 1 year containing East Harney Range, 2nd volume-West Harney and 3rd volume bouldering in Harney. They will be looking for proofreaders and editors. Please contact Brent or Vern for more info.
Rick discussed Primal Quest 2009.
Rick is on the Rapid City Sports Board of Directors and came to inform us of Primal Quest 2009. It is a 10 day human powered backcountry adventure race. It is Aug.15-24th 2009 and to be hosted in the Rapid City area. They consist of co-ed teams of 4 people. All members have to compete in all components. It will consist of categories of trekking, climbing, swimming, spelunking, biking etc. Nov 1st is the opening of registration. They have a goal of 75-100 teams from all over the world, cost of entry is $11,500. It is expected to bring a million direct spent to the area with 2 million in free advertising for S.D. Rick is asking the coalition to support the event through entries, volunteers and ideas for routes for the event. They are looking for about 4 routes around the 5.7 grade, possibly some side by side routes. These will all be done with a fixed rope. They have used slings in the past-usually no new bolting - if there is they would remove and cover well. Please bring ideas to Rick at 381-5372 or email him at emersric@rapidnet.com Media ideas to go to Emily Currey at 605-773-3301 or email at emily.currey@state.sd.us For more information of Primal Quest see their web site at www.ecoprimalquest.com
Chris said that Darryl was willing to have a bouldering comp in early Nov. but he will be out of town until right before then so looking for someone to advertise. No takers at this time.
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Climbing Coalition Meeting
Minutes taken by Rebecca Kay for 9/08
Bruce to check with Dawn Glanc about slide show.
Ron to check with Todd about a holiday hike in the hills to the Hall of Records.
Investigating insurance thru Tech and cost for coalition.
Climbing calander dates for next year?
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Climbing Coalition Meeting
Minutes from the meeting on 8/20/08 at The Gas Light 7pm
People present at the meeting.
Jim, Ron, Susan, Peter, Roger, Darrell, Shawn and Becky
Old Business
Jim gave a treasurers report:
Paul Piana slide show net $455 plus a $500 donation from Mike Engel. This did include everyone’s membership dues. Roughly 50 members signed up. Leaving a rough balance in the acct of $2300. Paul charged $500 and the Elks charged $250.
In was mentioned that in the past we had people renew their memberships at pumpfest and that we seemed to have a better turn out. It was mentioned to note this for next year.
New Business
A suggested event for Oct. was a Dawn Glance movie or slide show, her request was $500 and travel expenses. The question was raised to see how much travel expenses would be and if she would take $500 total? Ron was to look into it.
Peter also offered to do a slide show for the cost of a hotel room at the Alex Johnson and supper.
Another idea was to see if the Firehouse or the climbing club at Tech would sponsor a place for a slide show. Contact Mike Kegan at Tech. We will ask Bruce (not present) to look into this.
Ron wants to add Raisins in the Sun to the bolting list, a new bolt at the traverse at least. Ron had spoken to Mike and Mike had commented he was impressed with their work and was willing to have Raisins retrobolted. This was Oked by the members present at the meeting.
Ron has requested more drill bits. It was Oked by the present members to get him some more.
Other routes in need of repair:
Gold Line
Left most route on Queen Pin-1st bolt is bad above the shelf
It was brought up for discussion that the people on the bolting committee have a kit with enough equipment for repairing more than one route at a time. Each bolting committee member would have to turn in their repair lists to account for the items used in order to get a replacement kit. This was a suggestion to decrease the time it takes to rebolt and repair routes. It seems that time of qualified repairers is difficult to find and that repairs are in need, so a proposal of all bolting committee members getting a kit to expediate the process and that they were allowed to repair anything as they feel fit as long as it is on the “Approved Route Repair List”. It was unanimous that good records of what was repaired and what equipment was used is of high importance. The bolting committee is to discuss this and report at the next meeting.
Beans and Biners
Set for Aug 30th – Pot Luck at Rushmore
The coalition will furnish chili or burritos (Jim will bring burritos if he can attend-he will contact Becky within the week to let her know. If not Shawn may be able to make chili. If not Becky can make something. Darrell offered to donate some buffalo meat and Becky offered to donate some beef. We usually make for 40-50 people.)
*Need Bruce to send out an email notice about it being a pot luck
*Need Bruce to get flyers up ASAP. Gus has done the flyers in the past?
*Tables Becky can bring 3 card tables. If more are needed Bruce should be contacted to bring some.
*Bruce alert Forest Service and get a permit?
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Report from Dec, 2010 meeting:
Black Hills Climbing Coalition
12/15/10
Sanfords Pub Rapid City, SD
Attendees: Ron Williams, Bruce Junek, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Jim Slichter, JR
Lavielle, Chris Hirsh, Chris Pelczarski, Josh, Ben Jackson, Shawn Callahan, Adrienne
Lindholm, Jason McNabb, Darrel Stisser, Rebecca Wold, Denise, Jerry Wingenter,
Marcie Brumbaugh and Tim Brumbaugh
Old Business:
Discussion of new anchors and adding bolts on Oltons Shoulder. Discussion was likely
to add new anchors and look at the addition of bolts for further review in accordance with
the current bolting committee review process.
Jason updated on Cronin used some hardware for Falling Rock from the M hill
collection. Voted and passed to give Cronin $50 for additional hardware (glue) for M hill.
Ron Yahne says the bolting committee needs a new drill. High powered 36V for around
400 . Voted and passed for new drill at previous meeting...shopping for the best deal is
happening and expect a drill to be purchased soon for use in future route repair.
Treasures report: $1432.41 in savings and $734.81 in checking
Fund Raiser: Andy Burr update from Jason, Burr coming in early spring. Dahl possible
but about 400 or possible upstairs at the fire house. Darrel Has a PA system.
January Bouldering comp-need to wait till Athletic club is done with remodel. Can get a
free keg from Crow Creek Brewry. Chris Hirsh and Jason to help. Chris phone 763-486-
2562
New Business:
Election of new members:
Nominees:
Chair – Chris Pelczarski Nom by Jason 2nd by Ron Yahne
Co-chair – Jason McNabb Nom by Rebecca Wold 2nd by Denise
Secretary – Becky Wagner Nom by Rebecca Wold 2nd by Darrel
Treasurer – Jim Slichter Nom By Ron Yahne 2nd By Rebecca Wold
Publicist – Darrel Stisser Nom by Jason 2nd by Rebecca Wold
Members at Large: Ron Yahne and Mike Cronin RY Nom by Rebecca Wold 2nd by
Becky Wagner and MC Nom by Becky Wagner and 2nd by Denise
All above nominees were voted and passed into office.
2011 Officers are:
Chair – Chris Pelczarski
Co-chair – Jason McNabb
Secretary – Becky Wagner
Treasurer – Jim Slichter
Publicist – Daryll Stisser
Members at Large: Ron Yahne and Mike Cronin
Final Statement by Bruce is we need a general membership drive. Good Luck!!
Big Thanks to Bruce from everyone!
Darrel brought up membership dues:
Discussion revealed Motion to raise dues to $20 per person.
An individual under the age of 18 can get the benefits of being a member if at least one
parent is a paid member. This benefit is for children only, not spouses or significant
others over the age of 18. The benefits include discounts on events etc that members
normally get. If someone under the age of 18 does not have one paid parent then they
can become a member by paying the membership dues. This was voted and passed.
Dues are now $20 per person with kids under the age of 18 of paid members free.
Next meeting check ropes and we will have Chris Pelczarski come up with a proposal to
replace and get new ropes.
We are a non profit but we need to look into if we have kept up on maintaining to see if
we still have this status. (Later research showed that the BHCC no longer has has any status as a nonprofit)
Motion for meeting to be adjourned by Jim, Becky 2nd. Meeting adjourned.
2011 pd members: $20 per person. Kids under the age of 18 with one paid parent get
discounts as if a paid member. This does NOT include spouses and significant others.
Anyone over 18 must pay 20 per person.
2011 Paid Members
Becky Wagner
Ron Yahne
Ben Jackson
Shawn Callahan
JR Lavielle
Jim Slichter
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
11-17-10
Crow Creek Brewery
Spearfish, SD
7pm
Attendees: Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Adam McMahon, Caleb Hansen, Jay Erickson, Shawn Callahan,
Tim Brumbaugh, Marcie Brumbaugh, Toni Brumbaugh, Dris Pelczarski, Joel Hagan, JR Lavielle,
Jason McNabb, Adrienne Lindholm
Old Business: Beans and Biners went great! Thanks to Shawn Callahan for Chili!
New Business:
Email requests:
Jerome Adams- Oltons Shoulder-requests retro bolt above chock stone and wants anchors.
This was rec to the bolting committee to do a recon on the route. Caleb or Eric to reply to Jeromes request.
Chris Dale – Norbeck Uni – He would like to work with the BHCC on M hill for new anchors. Rec:
Talk to Cronin about possibility for more glue ins funded through the city. The thought was for 5 additional
anchors. Caleb is to talk to Cronin.
Next Meeting: Bully Blends or Buffalo Hot Wings or Firehouse. Discussion decided Caleb with contact
Buffalo Hot Wings about the third wed in Dec the 15th. Plan to nominate and then elect new officers.
Discussion of fund raisers: Andrew Burr would like to do a slide show in early spring. Discussion of
places to hold this NAU, Mines, or Firehouse. This is still open at this time.
Jason McNabb discussed shirts for the coalition. A friend to provide a new design and Rebecah
Wold husband to print them.
Meeting Adjourned!!
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
9-15-10
7 pm Dublin Square
Rapid City, SD
Attendees: Bruce Junek, Ron Yahne, John Popp and Becky Wagner
Old Business:
1816.62 was spent on hardware and powder coating
New Business
9-18-10 Ron Yahne and Jason McNabb are meeting with the Rushmore officials to place signage
at the top of Emancipation. You can go to the top but not past the Veil of Tranquility. Park is supplying signs.
Heath from Virginia needs couch or lawn to sleep at for a climbing trip later this month. We also suggested
free camping at wrinkle rock and showers at KOA.
Coalition is in need of a new drill, old one wobbles and bores out the hole too much. It could possibly be
repaired but the battery doesn’t hold much charge either. Motion by Ron and second by Becky to
purchase a new 36V Bosch cordless fro 439.99 off the internet if the funds are available after checking with
Jim. Voted and passed. Bruce is to check with Jim for funds. Ron is checking with Stan Huston for repair
of old one and if this is feasible.
Coalition is in need of new ropes too. Many are getting very worn. Steve Horn is in look of old used ropes
for a project.
Fund Raisers:
Bruce is to contact Andy Burr for a slide show for Dec/Jan.
Becky will check with Jake Whittle on a possible bouldering comp at the Athletic Center.
No Oct meeting scheduled unless something comes up.
Nov meeting planned either for Nov 17th (bruce still gone) or beginning of Dec.(bruce back)
Meeting Adjourned
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
6-17-10
Dublin Square
Rapid City, SD
Attendees: Ron Yahne, Jay, Ron Williams, Eric Hansen, Mike Cronin, Peter Lev, Bruce Junek, Darrel Stisser,
Becky Wagner, Jason McNabb, Bryce
Darrel heard that dogs in Rushmore is ok but the leash law to be followed and it will be patrolled.
They will be treating the Rushmore area for pine beetles soon.
Meeting Fri 6-18-10 with the superintendent at Rushmore discussion boundaries, this may affect even more
access than already. Currently it has affected the backside of emancipation up to Tranquility. This has been
in response to the Green Peace issue.
Ron Yahne, Bruce Junek, Jason McNabb, Darrel Stisser, and Rich to attend maybe Andrew Busse.
Final engineering on Wrinkle Rock and new belay pads to be done this summer and project to start this fall.
Repairs:
All new anchors at Falling Rock. Cronin and Yahne to thank. Replaced 9 sets with glue ins which are much
more tamper proof. The tree anchor is gone compliments of the Forest Service. Thank you! The tree had root
rot and was a liability.
Other repairs: Garfield has new anchors at the first pitch and the top. Now can do a 2 rope repel not from the
overhang. Still need gear for anchors at the top of the 2nd pitch. New anchors on Mothra, Gossamer has a
new top bolt and removed the studs from the old anchors. Tiki put up by Dick Laptad he oked an additional
bolt at the bottom if put in on lead. Yahne did this on lead with the help of McNabb on belay. They added new
anchors too.
Thanks to all who participated in clean up day for Falling Rock. Thanks to all who donated great booty give-aways
too!!
Next Meeting at Slate Creek Grill on July 14th prior to Pin Fest Moved by Darrel and 2nd by Jay. Pass
unanimously. Ropes will be checked then too. Cronin will store ropes till the weekend for pin fest. Wagner
to bring climbing forms, tape and posters. Junek to bring table, pens, flags etc.
Darrel ask to update the website and will contact Eric Hansen.
Pin Fest Date: July 17th
Beans and Biners Sept 11th.
Tower Day : Sept 25th.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
4-21-10
Dublin Square
Rapid City, SD
Attendees: Ron Yahne, Skip Nagel, Brett Schriock, Chris and Steve Sewell, Alyssa Biel, Chris Spellmeyer,
Mike Cronin, Bruce Junek, Rebecca Wold, Becky Wagner, Jerry Wingenter, Chris Pelczasski, Benjamin Jackson
Old Business:
Reminder Mt. Rushmore officials want the BHCC members to be advocates for no dogs in the park boundarys.
Please help us to encourage all to follow this rule. They informed us they will be starting to ticket those who
do not follow this rule. National Parks have a country wide rule of no dogs.
Falling Rock - Mike Cronin will be putting in new anchors! $260 for 20 10mm x 15 cm bolts, 2 glue cartridges,
2 extra tips for the glue, and 1 bit. ETA is 2 weeks.
Also note the Forest Service contacted Ron Yahne with info that the tree used for an anchor at Falling Rock
has root rot and is very unstable. They plan to cut it down but we are unsure of a time frame. Please spread
the word that this is not safe to use as an anchor.
Crag Day at Falling Rock is scheduled for May 22nd. There will be top ropes for climbing and the Forest Service
is providing a dumpster for clean up of the area.
Dahl is hosting a Chuck Fryberger film on May 3rd. Contact Eric Hansen for more info and cost is 10 if member,
1
5 if not, however the 15 will let you become a member.
Pin Fest Scheduled for July 17th.
Beans and Biners Scheduled for Sept 11th.
Tower Day Scheduled for Sept 25th. We would like to see more involvement from the RC area climbers. The
park service does a nice job - allows for free camping and has a great feed for the participants in the trail rehab
and climbing day.
New Business:
Access Fund Contacts are now Darrel Stisser and Mike Cronin.
Rope was found at Falling Rock - contact Becky Wagner for info
Jim had discussed rotating areas for the meetings at the March meeting. It was decided that we would have
a meeting May 19th at Dublin Square 7pm. June 16th meeting will be at Slate Creek Grill in Hill City 7pm.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
3-31-10
Dublin Square
Rapid City, SD
Old Business:
Reminder Mt. Rushmore officials want the BHCC members to be advocates for no dogs in the park boundary's.
New Business:
Falling Rock Repairs by Mike Cronin for new anchors. Jim and Eric first and seconded the motions and
majority ruled 8/10 for new anchors $300 worth.
Crag Day at Falling Rock May 22nd – Access Fund, Adopt a Crag, Forest Service. Will have insurance
waivers to sign for climbing on coalition ropes. Lyle has the ropes.
Dahl hosting a Chuck Fryberger film. Voted and passed unanimously. $345 for the dahl and split admissions
with Chuck.
Pin Fest Date: July 17th Voted and passed.
Beans and Biners Sept 11th. Voted and passed.
Tower Day : Sept 25th.
Next Meeting Dublin Square April 21st
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Meeting 2/25/10
Crow Peak Brewery
Spearfish, SD
Old Business:
Same board as last year
$2000 allocated to the bolting committee, stainless steel is expensive, best to buy bulk
$200 of this is to go to Mike Cronin for Hardware for new anchors at falling rock
BHCC t-shirts are in the works
New Business:
Please adhere to no dogs in Mt. Rushmore rules
Comp this Sunday at Athletic Center 11-4pm
Next meeting Dublin square
Two new members:
Both paid Jim
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
Meeting Minutes from 1-20-10 held at 7pm at Dublin Square in Rapid City.
Attendees: Caleb Hansen, Rebecca Wold, Ron Williams, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Jason McNabb
and Adrienne Lindholm, Mike Cronin, Eric Hansen, Gus Malone, Chris Stover, Peter Lev, Chris Spellmeyer,
Jim Schlicter, Bruce Junek, Becca Kelley, Will Buckman
Nominees:
All the same as last year, with the addition of Jason McNabb co publicist with Eric Hansen
Rebecca Wold motion to vote on members, Ron Williams 2nds
The following were voted on and 2010 offices are as follows:
Chair: Bruce Junek
CoChair: Caleb Hansen
Treasurer: Jim Schlicter
Secretary: Becky Wagner
CoPublicist: Eric Hansen and Jason McNabb
Members at Large: Mike Cronin and Ron Yahne
Climbing Competition – Athletic Center 4-7:30 on 1-23-10
There will be food and drinks and door prizes such as chalk bags, free shoes etc.
The Athletic Center offered to have people pay their membership dues and fill out membership sheets
with their emails for the Coalition.
I believe the cost of the comp is $5 and dues are $10.
Randy Erickson made a 15 min movie of the climbing section of Primal Quest. He would like to show
it at the next climbing meeting.
Rebecca Wold said that Turkey Graphics can do T shirts for 6.50 per shirt. Logo suggestions are the
old logo. She will bring some sketches next meeting for approval.
Mike Cronin said it is likely the VC road will stay open. Thanks to all who sent letters!!!
Treasurers Report:
Checking $2477
Savings $1426
Cronin made a motion to allow the bolting committee up to $2000 in allocations as needed for 2010.
Gus Malone 2nd and it passed.
It was voted and passed that the Feb meeting be in Spearfish.
March meeting to be at Dublin in Rapid.
Jason gave an update on the bolting committee from 2008, 2009 and plans for 2010. There should be
updates on the website coming soon.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
Meeting Minutes from 10/29/09 held at 7pm at Dublin Square in Rapid City.
Attendees: Caleb Hansen, Rebecca Wold, Jay Erickson, Ron Williams, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner,
Jason McNabb and Adrienne Lindholm
Discussion of the New Wrinkle Rock Climbing Area Improvement Projects. Ron Yahne attended the meeting
with the Forest Service (FS) and National Park Service (NPS). Good discussion was held and as far as Ron
was concerned most of it was great for climbers. The plan is to expand the parking area to 20 spaces. They
had suggested adding 4 camping pads which Ron agreed would be great. They suggested along the trail by
the road and Ron suggested on the left side of the trail and closer to the parking area. They also wanted to
decrease erosion by placing belay pads at the base of Toy Boat and # 9 and close the trail that has washed
by #9 and have the trail by Toy Boat as access to these climbs. It was also discussed to change the drainage
by the Wrinkle Rock entrance so it would not drain onto the trail and change the drainage by Dykes Next Door.
Back fill would be applied and the drainage changed to help decrease erosion in these areas. Concerns
that Ron found were they planned to remove the parking along they Hwy but by removing this and adding a
few more spaces in Wrinkle Rock we will still have a net decrease in parking spaces. They wanted to close
the parking on the Hwy for people crossing the Hwy at this spot, however Ron commented that people would
cross from the parking lot behind the bathroom to the North Park/Chopping Block area. Behind the bathroom
is a blind corner and likely more of a safety concern for foot traffic in this area. Ron said they had not realized
this and made notes of this. It was discussed and not passed to comment on dogs in the area. Concerns that
were discussed and agreed upon by the coalition meeting (motion by Rebecca to send an email or letter in
response to the previous meeting that Ron attended 2nd by Ron with unanimous vote to proceed with the letter)
included.
1. Overall BHCC is excited about the changes at Wrinkle Rock with few concerns to consider.
2. Parking lot –excellent but concerns of net decrease in parking if hwy is closed.
3. Concerns of crossing to North Park/Chopping block by the bathroom and having a more dangerous spot
crossing the hwy
4. Tent pads are great however not near the hwy keep them back closer to the parking area and on the far
side of the trail away from the hwy.
5. Great to stop erosion by closing the one eroding trail by #9 (there will still be access from a different trail)
and placing belay pads
6. Great to change drainage near parking area trailhead and Dykes Next Door
7. Concerns of keeping maintenance of the Wrinkle Rock bathroom open. If it is not maintained where would
you expect people to use the bathroom? Additionally when most climbers have been in the parking area, it is
very common (almost daily when we are there) there are non climbers stopping to use the area and its facilities.
High use area and concerns of not maintaining this bathroom especially so close to Mt Rushmore may leave a
negative impression on many visitors.
8. On pg 7 of 8 Under Other Management Issues there is some confusion on the statement of the use of
non-motorized and motorized drilling. If there could be some clarification that would be great. We believe
non-motorized drilling is allowed in most areas. Clarification of this is needed to ensure correct usage by the
BHCC.
Ron Yahne is in charge of developing a letter to send and is the contact person from the BHCC on this topic.
The trail from Wrinkle Rock parking to the kiosk is going to be handicap accessible and
Dr. Rebecca Wold an occupational therapist is offering to give free consultations.
Rebecca is going to ask Tony from Turkey Graphics about some ideas for T-shirt logos.
Discussion of a Holiday event was discussed and determined that Caleb would look into a pot luck with beer
and possible video at the Athletic Center for Dec or Jan
Discussion of getting more info about upcoming events and past events on the website. Jason will email a list
of repaired routes to Eric to put on the website. Recent repairs are Dire Spire – new bolts and anchors, Ocean
Spray on Tiki – new bolts, and Existantial Angst – new anchors.
It was moved by Becky to adjourn and second by Rebecca. Meeting Adjourned.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting Minutes
8/19/09 Dublin Square Rapid City, SD 7pm
Attendees: Bruce Junek, Rebecca Wold, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Jason McNabb, Jay Erickson
Old Business:
July 15th 09 Bruce Junek, Jim Slichter, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Lyle, Ron Williams, Josh Balt all checked
the coalition ropes for the Pump Fest.
New Business:
Dawn Glanc slide show to occur Fri before beans and biners. Fri Sept 11th at the Fire house.
Beans and Biners : Jay says ins is non profit is SD covered but not covered for court costs. To set up a non
profit would cost up about 1500-2000 dollars/yr. Should use a release liability form with out one it shows liability.
Discussion of release forms and posting signs that everyone is welcome to climb on coalition ropes but everyone
must sign a waiver first. Jason made a motion to use liability waivers. You do not have to be a member to climb
but you need to sign a waiver at each event. There is to be a central waiver signing spot and some other signs
posted to let people know to sign a waiver prior to using coalition ropes. Seconded by Rebecca. Rebecca Wold
to be the event promoter and Bruce to get the forms ready. Shawn said he would make chilli and coalition would
pay for products. Jason said he could help set up ropes and then work the table for awhile. Beans and Biners is
to be a pot luck. To start at 9am Sept 12th 09.
Suggestion of a silent raffle to raise money for bolts – petzel could sponsor.
Rebecca contact for BHCC t-shirts and tanks for girls. Goat on spire theme. She would look into cost on screen
and cost per shirt.
Cronin may do a LaSportiva shoe demo at Beans and Biners.
Bruce discussed an outdoor convention in Spearfish – BH Pioneer Sun after Beans and Biners. Bruce, Ron or
Jason to speak about climbing there.
Repairs Completed:
Not Too Steep for My Lichen anchors and top 2 bolts
5.8 to the rt of Not Too Steep added new anchors
5.10 to the left of Not Too Steep replaced anchors
Need of Repair:
Anchors and 1 bolt on Dire Spire
Anchors on top pitch of Garfield Goes to Washington
Ocean Spray in Custer State Park
Motion to adjourn and 2nd.
Meeting was adjourned.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting Minutes
6/17/09 Held at Dublin Square
Attendees: Bruce Junek, Peter Lev, Shawn Nagel, Chris Spellmeyer, Caleb Hansen, Eric Hansen, Ron Yahne,
Jay Erickson, Brian Anderson
Joel’s Wife supplied a climbing waiver form for consideration for events. Discussion about whether this would help.
The general feeling was we still need insurance.
Pin fest scheduled for July 18th. The question was raised if we wanted to do a cleanup? There are many trees down.
Suggestion that everyone bring gloves and help open trails.
People needed to donate good ropes. Eric will put something on website and make up posters by July 1st.
Discussion for a workday in August at Far Downs.
List of Routes in need of repair:
Moonstone
Remove old anchors on Pluto’s Playground
Notes by Ron Yahne typed by Becky Wagner
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting Minutes
5/27/09 Meeting held in Hill City 7pm social at Granite Sports and meeting followed at 8pm
Attendees: Bruce Junek, Jim Schlichter, Trent Schlichter, Rob Taylor, Gwen Brandhagen, Lindsay Stepheny,
Chris Spellmeyer, Ron William, Becky Wagner, Ron Yahne, Rebecca Wold, Shawn Callahan, Jim Syverson,
Susan Scheirbeck, Sue Schroeder, Joel Hagan, Matt Mieczkowich, Cheryl Meyer, Daryl Stisser, Eric Hansen
Old Business:
It has been decided that the member's is public knowledge. Information such as email addresses is only given
out for the members that oked theirs for publication.
New Business
Website update: GOOD JOB ERIC!! It is now up and running!! The hope is to use the website for not only
advertisement for our events but also current updates the morning of events on weather and such.
Keenan Harvey photography class has been cancelled.
Treasurer's Report: Savings;$1360 Checking: $2557
Daryl with an insurance update: Since we are a professional organization Daryl suggests we get insurance even
for our gathering events with no comps. Cost estimate would be $2000 per year. This brought up a lot of
discussion on whether or not it is necessary and ideas of getting legal advise if it is necessary or what the
consequences of not having insurance. Joel said he would see what he could find out from his wife an attorney.
Other ideas were possibly seeing if we could join with Tech for these events and have insurance through them.
It was also proposed that we have a festival in town during the weekend we climb so maybe we can get some
city insurance. Ideas for generating more $ for insurance is increasing membership dues, making event dues
mandatory, having more auctions at our events, and asking for donations at our events.
Pin Fest 3rd week of July: Trees are down everywhere!! Too many so Custer should move them but we should
find out a time line for removal. Scott Malone is the contact person. 10 Pins area is a mess and hard to get to
any climbs contact Lindsey Barneys boss's boss would be the best person to contact.
The contact person for discussion on Wrinkle Rock Parking Lot was supposed to speak tonight but is absent-hopefully
he will be at the next meeting.
Climbers Coffee: July 4th (informal meeting in 1 month)
Informal Group gatherings Thurs nights at rushmore
Wed night at Falling rock
Dawn Glance Slide show around Beans and Biners has passed with a unanimous vote. She will charge $500 plus
travel expenses. She should have sponsors to help with posters and advertisements.
List of Routes in need of Repair:
Anchors - Top of Garfield
2nd bolt on Gossomer
Dire Spire - Anchors and 1 bolt
Evergreen - Jason has recon notes
2 Sex Routes - 2 anchors
Eddie Begoon's - Anchor
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting Minutes
3/25/09 Held at the Chop House – Spearfish, SD
Attendees: Lance Lund, Chris Klinger, Brian, Joel, Toni, Mike Cronin, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Lee Terveen, Tyrell, Melissa Hampton, Peter Lev, Susan Scheirbeck, Will Buckman, Eric Hansen, Jason Mc Nabb, Jake, Caleb Hansen, Luke Kretchmar, Chris Spellmeyer, Will Busse, Rochelle, Jamie, Pam Gillespie, Terrrance, Jacey
Announcements: Sat March 28th at the Forest Service Office on hwy 16 in Rapid City from 9-12 is a time you can voice your concerns with Rangers about the closure of some of the off roads including the one providing access to the VC.
You can also find more info on Mountain Project under SD then under VC.
Jason Mc Nabb and Mike Cronin attended the Travel Management Plan meeting last week about the different proposals for the trails systems. They are open for comment until May 4th-please send a letter to voice how it will affect climbing in the VC. Mike gave a hand out of a letter to use as a reference and another hand out on where to send your comments and information you may want to add to your letter. For more info please contact Mike.
Old Business:
Treasurers Report: Jim is not present to give an updated report.
Website update: Eric has had trouble with the website and getting new software. He will look into contacting Brett who may have knowledge to help us get this in order.
Daryl is not present to give us an update on insurance for an outdoor comp.
Will Busse was voted to be in charge of looking into cleaning up trails in the Ten Pins and Cathedral Spires areas. Rochelle is to co-chair this project. We will ask Bruce to talk with the park system about how to help. If Bruce (not present) doesn’t want to do this Ron Yahne said he would.
Melissa Hampton ( mjhampton@hotmail.com )said she would help with a climbing fest and chili feed. Shannon Toowmy sp? Stated in the past he would help too. Will Buckman said he would like to have a 3 hour work day at the Tower and then food and then climbing the 3rd week in Sept. We may be able to group all of these together at that time.
It was brought up that the bolting committee and our co-chair has had a difficult time with communication with Rich, the head of the bolting committee. Multiple emails by the bolting committee and 2 phone calls from Caleb have not been returned. Bolting committee members stated that Rich does a great job and they would like to keep him in charge, however a more timely return of communication and more timely way of getting gear is needed.
Mike Cronin brought up that he would like to bring a proposal to the next meeting about the groups thoughts for rap bolting with power drills and talking with the park system about a permit for doing so in the Custer State Park area. This brought up much heated discussion both for and against such a project. Discussion included illegal bolting that may be occurring, how a permit system my help and how this could increase the number of routes in this area and they could be regulated about what route get put in. Discussion for tradition and how doing this would be more of a burden on the park system and rangers. It was stated that rap bolting is legal at this time but power drilling is not. A motion was made by Caleb to allow Mike to bring a proposal to the next meeting and seconded by Toni. Many members stated comment for and against the acceptance of a proposal. This discussion caused much upheaval amongst members.
Becky moved to adjourn and it was second by Lance.
Note: an email was sent to the member list on 3-26-09 by Mike Cronin stating the with-drawl of his proposal due to the disturbance amongst members about the subject of power drills in the State Park.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Meeting 2/18/09 at Dublin Square-Rapid City, SD
Attendees: Phil, Steve, Bret, Ron Yahne, Ron Williams, Caleb, Jason McNabb, Eric Hansen, Jim, Sue, Becky, Mike,
Shawn, Rebecca K, Joel, Adam, Shannon
Old Business:
Repair Kits: Recommended by the coalition for the repair committee to have the kits ready for use by April 1st .
The repair committee needs input for repair routes. An attempt to ask at every meeting for any routes in need of
repair will be put on the agenda for upcoming meetings.
Voting Recap of new board members
New Business:
Recommended a motion to add the Access Fund Representative (Daryl) and Membership Tracker/Promoter
(Cheryl) to be added to the board. Discussion involved a low attendance at the meetings and very few available
voters due to board members not always being able to vote. It was decided by a vote to just keep them as
current positions but not as official “board members”.
Treasurer Report: Jim: $1356 in savings and $2482 in checking.
Daryl had sent an email for proposed changes to Mt Rushmore – contact Daryl or Wyss Associates
VC road closing: Mike has gotten support from some companies such as Black Diamond and Sportiva for
help with promoting keeping the access road open. Steve sits on the board for the off road riders program
and will pass the info on to them, maybe we can gets some added support from them . They will have a proposal
for the closing on the 27th. Comments can be given after that time. Please contact Mike Cronin for more info.
Website: Eric has been having issues with accessing our current website. It has been voted on in the past that
Eric is oked to get new software because of the difficulties with the current website. Bret said he had access to
new software so him and Eric will work out the best solution.
Daryl is to comment on how we can get insurance for an outside comp.
Brainstormed for goals for 2009:
1. Educational Day: Self Rescue and Anchor Building
2. More regular climbing events: Devils Tower, Spearfish Canyon
3. Chili Feed
4. Trail Projects
5. Horseshoe Hell: 12 hours of climbing for a fundraiser
6. Tree removal around the Ten Pins
Becky made a motion to start committees next month for goals we want to accomplish. All would be great but if
only some get organized, maybe the others will get done next year. Sue 2nd the motion. It passed by unanimous vote.
Benefits of membership: Involvement with the above goals, route repair, 15% off at Granite sports(just tell them
you are a member), voice for the climbing community
Next months meeting is proposed for Spearfish and is TBA, (likely Crow Creek
Brewry or Sandfords)
Steve had a motion to adjourn the meeting and it was 2nd by Rebecca.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
1/21/09 Gas Light –Rockerville
Attendees: Jim, Eric Hansen, Susan, Chris, Caleb, Duane, Rich, Rebekah, Roger, Bruce, Brent, Mike, Shannon,
Jason McNabb, Ron Yahne, Aaron, Jason Lembert, Gwen, Lisa, and Becky
Old Business: Bolting Committee met, discussed and it is the consensus of the group to see how “kits” with a set
amount of gear determined by the bolting committee will work for each of the bolting committee members of each
region of the repair areas. The routes in need of repair will be determined by the bolting committee group prior to
the repair season. The kits will be replenished on return of accurate paperwork of where each piece of hardware
was placed. It was the consensus of the group that paperwork is important for good relations with the landmanagers.
The kits are on a trial basis and if found to not work smoothly another solution will be suggested.
New Business:
Each nominee for office had a chance to speak on their behalf.
Nominees are:
Chair: Bruce Junek and Brent Kertzman
Co-Chair: Caleb Hansen and Will Busse
Secretary: Becky Wagner
Treasurer: Jim Schlicter
Publicist: Eric Hansen
Member at Large: Ron Yahne, Peter Lev, and Mike Cronin
Voted by ballot and 4 proxy votes
2009 voted in board members are as follows:
Chair: Bruce Junek
Co-Chair: Caleb Hansen
Secretary: Becky Wagner
Treasurer: Jim Schlicter
Publicist: Eric Hansen
Members at Large: Ron Yahne and Mike Cronin
Bolting Update from Rich: Priority finding routes in need of repair, Goals: Accountability, Quality work and
Partnership with landmanagers.
Time table:
Establish list of routes at beginning of each year and prioritize them
Have an area lead person for each area: Rushmore and Custer
Late winter give hardware estimates needed for each kit
Hardware is approved through Bruce and Jim
Select route repair lists for each area
Process Hardware
Give a refresher training course for installing hardware
Perform route repairs through out the season
To replenish kit-need forms properly filled out with route info and accountability for each piece of hardware used
End of year final report
Discussion and proposal by Rich on Retrobolting:
Concerns with adding bolts to routes, Parks mandate preservation so there is some potential for controversy
and poor relations with the Parks, However Todd (our current contact with the park) has stated he is in favor of
adding bolts if it decreases risk of harm to participants.
Rich proposed 2 options for retrobolting:
Option 1: If there is bolting the same day as the recon 3 people on the bolting committee should be there to agree
on the retrobolting. If the recon is done one day and drilling occurs another day it is only necessary to have 2 bolting
committee members input.
Option 2: Recon then post on website for comment
It was voted on and Option 1 Passed by majority vote.
Rich provided Repair Route lists for Custer and Rushmore areas. See Becky or Rich for the lists.
Cheryl has been keeping a database of members and has been doing a great job of adding the new members to
the email database
Donations: Philip Berggren made a $50 donation. Becky will send a thank-you to him and Mike Engel from last
year he donated $500.
Treasurer’s report: Year End: Checking: 2052.26 Savings:1355.17. Since then, The Andy Burr slide show netted
an additional $430
Pat Wyss would be a good contact for anyone interested in more information on the Mickelson/Rushmore Trial
Project-see Susan for details
Mike Cronin commented again on access to the VC. It would be landlocked if they close rd 150 off Sheridan Lake Rd.
There has been a proposal for closure then 45 days waiting period. We need to let them know why access through this
road is so important. Mike will get info on key points to Becky so she can email info for all members to send info to rally
why we need it left open.
Voted that the next meeting be held in Rapid City at Dublin square on WED. Feb 18th. Caleb will make sure all is ok
with Dublin Square.
Mike Cronin is working on a meeting in Spearfish in March. TBA
It was voted and passed that we charge $10 for the Peter Lev slide show on January 31st at School of Mines Campus
EP Bld Rm 252 (New Location) and anyone interested gets a free membership for 2009 to the BHCC.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Meeting 12/16/08
Attendees: Cheryl, Daryl, Kaleb, Eric, Will, Brent, Jeff, Mike, Jim, Shannon, Bruce and Becky
Old Business:
Bolting Committee: Becky proposed a recommendation from the general coalition to the bolting committee about having "bolting kits" for the bolting committee members. It is proposed that the bolting committee members meet to decide if this sounds like a good idea and what exactly will be in each kit. Documentation of each piece of hardware etc. and an accurate list of routes repaired would be required prior to any replenishment of kit items. This will hopefully allow for more flexibility in making repairs for the ultimate goal of getting more repairs accomplished. It was seconded by Daryl and was voted on and passed. We ask that the bolting committee meet and report their decision back to the general coalition meeting. Brent also suggested an online submission of all repair work done.
Boulder Comps: One is set for Jan 10th at the Athletic Center. Mike suggested we ask to see if the proceeds from it could go to purchase new holds at the gym. Daryl is to look into this further.
New Business:
Audit Committee: Roger, Brian, and Jim met for an internal audit of the books. There were receipts for almost everything with the exception of some speakers. It was reminded that receipts were needed for everything. It was stated that all incoming money needs to have a checks and balance. 2 separate people are to count the money and check the deposit. Brent asked the tax status-Non profit. Check book balance is at $1647.00 and the savings account has around $2000.00 and exact amount was not known at the meeting.
Nominees for 2009 Board members to be voted on next month.
Chair: Elect one
Brent - thoughts for improvements next year: possibly less meetings-one yearly, having projects laid out-example trail project could form this on the website and use it as a communication tool.
Bruce Junek - Get a good publicist, get the website up and running, brainstorm on new members and be crazier and try meetings in different towns in the Black Hills.
Co-Chair: Elect one
Lyle, Kaleb Hansen, Will Busse
Secretary: Becky Wagner
Treasurer: Jim Schlicter
Publicist: Eric Hansen Need to update the website and get it running again. Need to post new information in a timely manner and check and respond to emails. Chair will email newsletter to publicist and then publicist will get it on the website. Forrest Balk volunteered to help revamp the website. Eric will contact him.
Members at Large: Elect 2: Ron Yahne, Peter Lev, Mike Cronin
It has been proposed that a new position be opened and voted on next month. We have had difficulties lately with having a current list of members. It was proposed to have a membership director with the job description of keeping a current list of members and being a promoter of new membership. Nominee: Cheryl
Access Fund Representative: Daryl Stisser has agreed to be the representative from the Black Hills Climbing Coalition.
New Trails in the Hills
Mickelson/Rushmore trail. Daryl reported about the meeting in Keystone. This is in regards to a proposed trail from the Mickelson trail to Mt. Rushmore. Discussion about what issues will arise and if it is possible to do this. There are some issues with a few land owners in order to make this possible. Also one of the proposed routes goes up the old road through the South Seas and Wrinkle rock parking lot. The trail system may consist of 12-18 miles of new trail in the Rushmore area. This could have a large impact on climber's parking and free camping at Wrinkle rock. It may be in the coalitions best interest to voice our opinion on the situation.
Potential Road Closure:
Mike Cronin brought to our attention that there is a proposed road closure though the off road travel management plan. They will be seasonal and some permanent closures of roads. The road of concern for climbers is Rd 150 off Sheridan Lake Road. You turn right after mile marker 7 on Norseman and then branch off onto 151E. This is the main public access to the VC climbing area. This may cause a land lock of the climbing area. Mike is asking for climbers to write letters to the Forest Service about key things of this is a climbing area close to Rapid and can disperse recreation to take some of the pressure off of Spearfish Canyon. The VC has had bolted routes Mike plans to hand out a letter asking for letters of support and where to send them at the Andy Burr Slide show on Dec 30th.
Having the Coalition Meetings in Different Places:
There was a motion to have meetings in different places.
Jan meeting 3rd tues at the Gaslight at 7.
Might look into meeting in Hill City in Feb. and possibly at Common Grounds in Spearfish in March. It was suggested to add a carpooling place on our website.
December Slide Show:
Andy Burr Slide show scheduled for Dec. 30th at 7 pm at Dublin Square. Minors allowed until 9 pm. It was decided cost is $10 and there will be free membership to the coalition included. Becky will make a form for attendees to fill out with their name, email and phone number. All dues start in Jan of 2009. It was moved and passed that dues start at the first of the year. This will allow us to start a current member list. Brent will look into getting items donated for auction for fund raisers.
January Slide Show:
Tentative January 31st slide show by Peter Lev. Not sure where it will be yet.
Brent suggested that we make membership cards to present at places such as Granite Sports, etc.
Items to be discussed at the January Meeting:
Vote for new board members.
Daryl will comment on how we could get insurance for an outdoor comp.
Discuss the goals of the coalition and the benefits of membership.
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11/18/08
Meeting at the Gas Light
Attendees: Ron Yahne, Chris Spellmeyer, Becky
Tour of the Hall of Records has been canceled due to snow until further notice.
Discussion of bolting committee. The current protocol is not working well. There is frustration in lack of a timely response from approval and receiving of hardware for the people doing repairs. It has been proposed again to have “kits” for each person on the bolting committee, that get replaced only when good records of where the current kit hardware was used. It was mentioned that it would be good to always recon the entire route but if there are bad anchors, they can be replaced without repairing the entire route due to safety issues with bad anchors.
Darryl is back and may organize some bouldering comps.
Granite Sports is willing to take money for people who would like to become members for us. Members get a 15% discount there. This may help to increase our membership.
Becky said if she could get a list of current members she would be willing to try and keep up with current email addresses. Becky had talked with Forrest Balk and he said he would be willing to revamp our WEB page over Christmas holiday. Becky needs to find out from Aaron how to get be able to change things on our web site.
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Climbing Coalition Meeting
Minutes for the 10/21/08 meeting
Attendees: Ron Yahne, Rick, Chris, Brent, Aisling, Eric, Jim, Will, Carrissa, Pete, Ron Williams, Jason Lambert and Becky
Old Business:
Holiday Hike to the Hall of Records - tours are shut down due to a liability issue, someone fell and broke their ankle so they have shut down tours but Todd said he would work on seeing if they would let us. Ron is working with Todd.
The slide show with Dawn Glanc: it was short notice and she was not interested at this time.
Peter is still willing to do a slide show this fall.
Andy Burr is willing to do a slide show this fall also.
New Business:
Brent comments:
Vern Phinney is working on a new guidebook. There have been comments in the past about they layout being confusing so he will try to remedy that. Brent is helping Vern - they are looking at the entire Rushmore area from Raspberry to Horse Thief. Vern wanted a self publish and to do it in black and white. Andy Burr however will not support photos in a black and white book. Brent and crew are looking into a grant with S.D. Tourism and using (Fred Nightly?) at Sharp End Books. Sharp does the marketing and pays for the publishing up front. It would be a 3-stage process with a goal for the first book out in 1 year containing East Harney Range, 2nd volume-West Harney and 3rd volume bouldering in Harney. They will be looking for proofreaders and editors. Please contact Brent or Vern for more info.
Rick discussed Primal Quest 2009.
Rick is on the Rapid City Sports Board of Directors and came to inform us of Primal Quest 2009. It is a 10 day human powered backcountry adventure race. It is Aug.15-24th 2009 and to be hosted in the Rapid City area. They consist of co-ed teams of 4 people. All members have to compete in all components. It will consist of categories of trekking, climbing, swimming, spelunking, biking etc. Nov 1st is the opening of registration. They have a goal of 75-100 teams from all over the world, cost of entry is $11,500. It is expected to bring a million direct spent to the area with 2 million in free advertising for S.D. Rick is asking the coalition to support the event through entries, volunteers and ideas for routes for the event. They are looking for about 4 routes around the 5.7 grade, possibly some side by side routes. These will all be done with a fixed rope. They have used slings in the past-usually no new bolting - if there is they would remove and cover well. Please bring ideas to Rick at 381-5372 or email him at emersric@rapidnet.com Media ideas to go to Emily Currey at 605-773-3301 or email at emily.currey@state.sd.us For more information of Primal Quest see their web site at www.ecoprimalquest.com
Chris said that Darryl was willing to have a bouldering comp in early Nov. but he will be out of town until right before then so looking for someone to advertise. No takers at this time.
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Climbing Coalition Meeting
Minutes taken by Rebecca Kay for 9/08
Bruce to check with Dawn Glanc about slide show.
Ron to check with Todd about a holiday hike in the hills to the Hall of Records.
Investigating insurance thru Tech and cost for coalition.
Climbing calander dates for next year?
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Climbing Coalition Meeting
Minutes from the meeting on 8/20/08 at The Gas Light 7pm
People present at the meeting.
Jim, Ron, Susan, Peter, Roger, Darrell, Shawn and Becky
Old Business
Jim gave a treasurers report:
Paul Piana slide show net $455 plus a $500 donation from Mike Engel. This did include everyone’s membership dues. Roughly 50 members signed up. Leaving a rough balance in the acct of $2300. Paul charged $500 and the Elks charged $250.
In was mentioned that in the past we had people renew their memberships at pumpfest and that we seemed to have a better turn out. It was mentioned to note this for next year.
New Business
A suggested event for Oct. was a Dawn Glance movie or slide show, her request was $500 and travel expenses. The question was raised to see how much travel expenses would be and if she would take $500 total? Ron was to look into it.
Peter also offered to do a slide show for the cost of a hotel room at the Alex Johnson and supper.
Another idea was to see if the Firehouse or the climbing club at Tech would sponsor a place for a slide show. Contact Mike Kegan at Tech. We will ask Bruce (not present) to look into this.
Ron wants to add Raisins in the Sun to the bolting list, a new bolt at the traverse at least. Ron had spoken to Mike and Mike had commented he was impressed with their work and was willing to have Raisins retrobolted. This was Oked by the members present at the meeting.
Ron has requested more drill bits. It was Oked by the present members to get him some more.
Other routes in need of repair:
Gold Line
Left most route on Queen Pin-1st bolt is bad above the shelf
It was brought up for discussion that the people on the bolting committee have a kit with enough equipment for repairing more than one route at a time. Each bolting committee member would have to turn in their repair lists to account for the items used in order to get a replacement kit. This was a suggestion to decrease the time it takes to rebolt and repair routes. It seems that time of qualified repairers is difficult to find and that repairs are in need, so a proposal of all bolting committee members getting a kit to expediate the process and that they were allowed to repair anything as they feel fit as long as it is on the “Approved Route Repair List”. It was unanimous that good records of what was repaired and what equipment was used is of high importance. The bolting committee is to discuss this and report at the next meeting.
Beans and Biners
Set for Aug 30th – Pot Luck at Rushmore
The coalition will furnish chili or burritos (Jim will bring burritos if he can attend-he will contact Becky within the week to let her know. If not Shawn may be able to make chili. If not Becky can make something. Darrell offered to donate some buffalo meat and Becky offered to donate some beef. We usually make for 40-50 people.)
*Need Bruce to send out an email notice about it being a pot luck
*Need Bruce to get flyers up ASAP. Gus has done the flyers in the past?
*Tables Becky can bring 3 card tables. If more are needed Bruce should be contacted to bring some.
*Bruce alert Forest Service and get a permit?
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Report from Dec, 2010 meeting:
Black Hills Climbing Coalition
12/15/10
Sanfords Pub Rapid City, SD
Attendees: Ron Williams, Bruce Junek, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Jim Slichter, JR
Lavielle, Chris Hirsh, Chris Pelczarski, Josh, Ben Jackson, Shawn Callahan, Adrienne
Lindholm, Jason McNabb, Darrel Stisser, Rebecca Wold, Denise, Jerry Wingenter,
Marcie Brumbaugh and Tim Brumbaugh
Old Business:
Discussion of new anchors and adding bolts on Oltons Shoulder. Discussion was likely
to add new anchors and look at the addition of bolts for further review in accordance with
the current bolting committee review process.
Jason updated on Cronin used some hardware for Falling Rock from the M hill
collection. Voted and passed to give Cronin $50 for additional hardware (glue) for M hill.
Ron Yahne says the bolting committee needs a new drill. High powered 36V for around
400 . Voted and passed for new drill at previous meeting...shopping for the best deal is
happening and expect a drill to be purchased soon for use in future route repair.
Treasures report: $1432.41 in savings and $734.81 in checking
Fund Raiser: Andy Burr update from Jason, Burr coming in early spring. Dahl possible
but about 400 or possible upstairs at the fire house. Darrel Has a PA system.
January Bouldering comp-need to wait till Athletic club is done with remodel. Can get a
free keg from Crow Creek Brewry. Chris Hirsh and Jason to help. Chris phone 763-486-
2562
New Business:
Election of new members:
Nominees:
Chair – Chris Pelczarski Nom by Jason 2nd by Ron Yahne
Co-chair – Jason McNabb Nom by Rebecca Wold 2nd by Denise
Secretary – Becky Wagner Nom by Rebecca Wold 2nd by Darrel
Treasurer – Jim Slichter Nom By Ron Yahne 2nd By Rebecca Wold
Publicist – Darrel Stisser Nom by Jason 2nd by Rebecca Wold
Members at Large: Ron Yahne and Mike Cronin RY Nom by Rebecca Wold 2nd by
Becky Wagner and MC Nom by Becky Wagner and 2nd by Denise
All above nominees were voted and passed into office.
2011 Officers are:
Chair – Chris Pelczarski
Co-chair – Jason McNabb
Secretary – Becky Wagner
Treasurer – Jim Slichter
Publicist – Daryll Stisser
Members at Large: Ron Yahne and Mike Cronin
Final Statement by Bruce is we need a general membership drive. Good Luck!!
Big Thanks to Bruce from everyone!
Darrel brought up membership dues:
Discussion revealed Motion to raise dues to $20 per person.
An individual under the age of 18 can get the benefits of being a member if at least one
parent is a paid member. This benefit is for children only, not spouses or significant
others over the age of 18. The benefits include discounts on events etc that members
normally get. If someone under the age of 18 does not have one paid parent then they
can become a member by paying the membership dues. This was voted and passed.
Dues are now $20 per person with kids under the age of 18 of paid members free.
Next meeting check ropes and we will have Chris Pelczarski come up with a proposal to
replace and get new ropes.
We are a non profit but we need to look into if we have kept up on maintaining to see if
we still have this status. (Later research showed that the BHCC no longer has has any status as a nonprofit)
Motion for meeting to be adjourned by Jim, Becky 2nd. Meeting adjourned.
2011 pd members: $20 per person. Kids under the age of 18 with one paid parent get
discounts as if a paid member. This does NOT include spouses and significant others.
Anyone over 18 must pay 20 per person.
2011 Paid Members
Becky Wagner
Ron Yahne
Ben Jackson
Shawn Callahan
JR Lavielle
Jim Slichter
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
11-17-10
Crow Creek Brewery
Spearfish, SD
7pm
Attendees: Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Adam McMahon, Caleb Hansen, Jay Erickson, Shawn Callahan,
Tim Brumbaugh, Marcie Brumbaugh, Toni Brumbaugh, Dris Pelczarski, Joel Hagan, JR Lavielle,
Jason McNabb, Adrienne Lindholm
Old Business: Beans and Biners went great! Thanks to Shawn Callahan for Chili!
New Business:
Email requests:
Jerome Adams- Oltons Shoulder-requests retro bolt above chock stone and wants anchors.
This was rec to the bolting committee to do a recon on the route. Caleb or Eric to reply to Jeromes request.
Chris Dale – Norbeck Uni – He would like to work with the BHCC on M hill for new anchors. Rec:
Talk to Cronin about possibility for more glue ins funded through the city. The thought was for 5 additional
anchors. Caleb is to talk to Cronin.
Next Meeting: Bully Blends or Buffalo Hot Wings or Firehouse. Discussion decided Caleb with contact
Buffalo Hot Wings about the third wed in Dec the 15th. Plan to nominate and then elect new officers.
Discussion of fund raisers: Andrew Burr would like to do a slide show in early spring. Discussion of
places to hold this NAU, Mines, or Firehouse. This is still open at this time.
Jason McNabb discussed shirts for the coalition. A friend to provide a new design and Rebecah
Wold husband to print them.
Meeting Adjourned!!
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
9-15-10
7 pm Dublin Square
Rapid City, SD
Attendees: Bruce Junek, Ron Yahne, John Popp and Becky Wagner
Old Business:
1816.62 was spent on hardware and powder coating
New Business
9-18-10 Ron Yahne and Jason McNabb are meeting with the Rushmore officials to place signage
at the top of Emancipation. You can go to the top but not past the Veil of Tranquility. Park is supplying signs.
Heath from Virginia needs couch or lawn to sleep at for a climbing trip later this month. We also suggested
free camping at wrinkle rock and showers at KOA.
Coalition is in need of a new drill, old one wobbles and bores out the hole too much. It could possibly be
repaired but the battery doesn’t hold much charge either. Motion by Ron and second by Becky to
purchase a new 36V Bosch cordless fro 439.99 off the internet if the funds are available after checking with
Jim. Voted and passed. Bruce is to check with Jim for funds. Ron is checking with Stan Huston for repair
of old one and if this is feasible.
Coalition is in need of new ropes too. Many are getting very worn. Steve Horn is in look of old used ropes
for a project.
Fund Raisers:
Bruce is to contact Andy Burr for a slide show for Dec/Jan.
Becky will check with Jake Whittle on a possible bouldering comp at the Athletic Center.
No Oct meeting scheduled unless something comes up.
Nov meeting planned either for Nov 17th (bruce still gone) or beginning of Dec.(bruce back)
Meeting Adjourned
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
6-17-10
Dublin Square
Rapid City, SD
Attendees: Ron Yahne, Jay, Ron Williams, Eric Hansen, Mike Cronin, Peter Lev, Bruce Junek, Darrel Stisser,
Becky Wagner, Jason McNabb, Bryce
Darrel heard that dogs in Rushmore is ok but the leash law to be followed and it will be patrolled.
They will be treating the Rushmore area for pine beetles soon.
Meeting Fri 6-18-10 with the superintendent at Rushmore discussion boundaries, this may affect even more
access than already. Currently it has affected the backside of emancipation up to Tranquility. This has been
in response to the Green Peace issue.
Ron Yahne, Bruce Junek, Jason McNabb, Darrel Stisser, and Rich to attend maybe Andrew Busse.
Final engineering on Wrinkle Rock and new belay pads to be done this summer and project to start this fall.
Repairs:
All new anchors at Falling Rock. Cronin and Yahne to thank. Replaced 9 sets with glue ins which are much
more tamper proof. The tree anchor is gone compliments of the Forest Service. Thank you! The tree had root
rot and was a liability.
Other repairs: Garfield has new anchors at the first pitch and the top. Now can do a 2 rope repel not from the
overhang. Still need gear for anchors at the top of the 2nd pitch. New anchors on Mothra, Gossamer has a
new top bolt and removed the studs from the old anchors. Tiki put up by Dick Laptad he oked an additional
bolt at the bottom if put in on lead. Yahne did this on lead with the help of McNabb on belay. They added new
anchors too.
Thanks to all who participated in clean up day for Falling Rock. Thanks to all who donated great booty give-aways
too!!
Next Meeting at Slate Creek Grill on July 14th prior to Pin Fest Moved by Darrel and 2nd by Jay. Pass
unanimously. Ropes will be checked then too. Cronin will store ropes till the weekend for pin fest. Wagner
to bring climbing forms, tape and posters. Junek to bring table, pens, flags etc.
Darrel ask to update the website and will contact Eric Hansen.
Pin Fest Date: July 17th
Beans and Biners Sept 11th.
Tower Day : Sept 25th.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
4-21-10
Dublin Square
Rapid City, SD
Attendees: Ron Yahne, Skip Nagel, Brett Schriock, Chris and Steve Sewell, Alyssa Biel, Chris Spellmeyer,
Mike Cronin, Bruce Junek, Rebecca Wold, Becky Wagner, Jerry Wingenter, Chris Pelczasski, Benjamin Jackson
Old Business:
Reminder Mt. Rushmore officials want the BHCC members to be advocates for no dogs in the park boundarys.
Please help us to encourage all to follow this rule. They informed us they will be starting to ticket those who
do not follow this rule. National Parks have a country wide rule of no dogs.
Falling Rock - Mike Cronin will be putting in new anchors! $260 for 20 10mm x 15 cm bolts, 2 glue cartridges,
2 extra tips for the glue, and 1 bit. ETA is 2 weeks.
Also note the Forest Service contacted Ron Yahne with info that the tree used for an anchor at Falling Rock
has root rot and is very unstable. They plan to cut it down but we are unsure of a time frame. Please spread
the word that this is not safe to use as an anchor.
Crag Day at Falling Rock is scheduled for May 22nd. There will be top ropes for climbing and the Forest Service
is providing a dumpster for clean up of the area.
Dahl is hosting a Chuck Fryberger film on May 3rd. Contact Eric Hansen for more info and cost is 10 if member,
1
5 if not, however the 15 will let you become a member.
Pin Fest Scheduled for July 17th.
Beans and Biners Scheduled for Sept 11th.
Tower Day Scheduled for Sept 25th. We would like to see more involvement from the RC area climbers. The
park service does a nice job - allows for free camping and has a great feed for the participants in the trail rehab
and climbing day.
New Business:
Access Fund Contacts are now Darrel Stisser and Mike Cronin.
Rope was found at Falling Rock - contact Becky Wagner for info
Jim had discussed rotating areas for the meetings at the March meeting. It was decided that we would have
a meeting May 19th at Dublin Square 7pm. June 16th meeting will be at Slate Creek Grill in Hill City 7pm.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
3-31-10
Dublin Square
Rapid City, SD
Old Business:
Reminder Mt. Rushmore officials want the BHCC members to be advocates for no dogs in the park boundary's.
New Business:
Falling Rock Repairs by Mike Cronin for new anchors. Jim and Eric first and seconded the motions and
majority ruled 8/10 for new anchors $300 worth.
Crag Day at Falling Rock May 22nd – Access Fund, Adopt a Crag, Forest Service. Will have insurance
waivers to sign for climbing on coalition ropes. Lyle has the ropes.
Dahl hosting a Chuck Fryberger film. Voted and passed unanimously. $345 for the dahl and split admissions
with Chuck.
Pin Fest Date: July 17th Voted and passed.
Beans and Biners Sept 11th. Voted and passed.
Tower Day : Sept 25th.
Next Meeting Dublin Square April 21st
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Meeting 2/25/10
Crow Peak Brewery
Spearfish, SD
Old Business:
Same board as last year
$2000 allocated to the bolting committee, stainless steel is expensive, best to buy bulk
$200 of this is to go to Mike Cronin for Hardware for new anchors at falling rock
BHCC t-shirts are in the works
New Business:
Please adhere to no dogs in Mt. Rushmore rules
Comp this Sunday at Athletic Center 11-4pm
Next meeting Dublin square
Two new members:
Both paid Jim
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
Meeting Minutes from 1-20-10 held at 7pm at Dublin Square in Rapid City.
Attendees: Caleb Hansen, Rebecca Wold, Ron Williams, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Jason McNabb
and Adrienne Lindholm, Mike Cronin, Eric Hansen, Gus Malone, Chris Stover, Peter Lev, Chris Spellmeyer,
Jim Schlicter, Bruce Junek, Becca Kelley, Will Buckman
Nominees:
All the same as last year, with the addition of Jason McNabb co publicist with Eric Hansen
Rebecca Wold motion to vote on members, Ron Williams 2nds
The following were voted on and 2010 offices are as follows:
Chair: Bruce Junek
CoChair: Caleb Hansen
Treasurer: Jim Schlicter
Secretary: Becky Wagner
CoPublicist: Eric Hansen and Jason McNabb
Members at Large: Mike Cronin and Ron Yahne
Climbing Competition – Athletic Center 4-7:30 on 1-23-10
There will be food and drinks and door prizes such as chalk bags, free shoes etc.
The Athletic Center offered to have people pay their membership dues and fill out membership sheets
with their emails for the Coalition.
I believe the cost of the comp is $5 and dues are $10.
Randy Erickson made a 15 min movie of the climbing section of Primal Quest. He would like to show
it at the next climbing meeting.
Rebecca Wold said that Turkey Graphics can do T shirts for 6.50 per shirt. Logo suggestions are the
old logo. She will bring some sketches next meeting for approval.
Mike Cronin said it is likely the VC road will stay open. Thanks to all who sent letters!!!
Treasurers Report:
Checking $2477
Savings $1426
Cronin made a motion to allow the bolting committee up to $2000 in allocations as needed for 2010.
Gus Malone 2nd and it passed.
It was voted and passed that the Feb meeting be in Spearfish.
March meeting to be at Dublin in Rapid.
Jason gave an update on the bolting committee from 2008, 2009 and plans for 2010. There should be
updates on the website coming soon.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting
Meeting Minutes from 10/29/09 held at 7pm at Dublin Square in Rapid City.
Attendees: Caleb Hansen, Rebecca Wold, Jay Erickson, Ron Williams, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner,
Jason McNabb and Adrienne Lindholm
Discussion of the New Wrinkle Rock Climbing Area Improvement Projects. Ron Yahne attended the meeting
with the Forest Service (FS) and National Park Service (NPS). Good discussion was held and as far as Ron
was concerned most of it was great for climbers. The plan is to expand the parking area to 20 spaces. They
had suggested adding 4 camping pads which Ron agreed would be great. They suggested along the trail by
the road and Ron suggested on the left side of the trail and closer to the parking area. They also wanted to
decrease erosion by placing belay pads at the base of Toy Boat and # 9 and close the trail that has washed
by #9 and have the trail by Toy Boat as access to these climbs. It was also discussed to change the drainage
by the Wrinkle Rock entrance so it would not drain onto the trail and change the drainage by Dykes Next Door.
Back fill would be applied and the drainage changed to help decrease erosion in these areas. Concerns
that Ron found were they planned to remove the parking along they Hwy but by removing this and adding a
few more spaces in Wrinkle Rock we will still have a net decrease in parking spaces. They wanted to close
the parking on the Hwy for people crossing the Hwy at this spot, however Ron commented that people would
cross from the parking lot behind the bathroom to the North Park/Chopping Block area. Behind the bathroom
is a blind corner and likely more of a safety concern for foot traffic in this area. Ron said they had not realized
this and made notes of this. It was discussed and not passed to comment on dogs in the area. Concerns that
were discussed and agreed upon by the coalition meeting (motion by Rebecca to send an email or letter in
response to the previous meeting that Ron attended 2nd by Ron with unanimous vote to proceed with the letter)
included.
1. Overall BHCC is excited about the changes at Wrinkle Rock with few concerns to consider.
2. Parking lot –excellent but concerns of net decrease in parking if hwy is closed.
3. Concerns of crossing to North Park/Chopping block by the bathroom and having a more dangerous spot
crossing the hwy
4. Tent pads are great however not near the hwy keep them back closer to the parking area and on the far
side of the trail away from the hwy.
5. Great to stop erosion by closing the one eroding trail by #9 (there will still be access from a different trail)
and placing belay pads
6. Great to change drainage near parking area trailhead and Dykes Next Door
7. Concerns of keeping maintenance of the Wrinkle Rock bathroom open. If it is not maintained where would
you expect people to use the bathroom? Additionally when most climbers have been in the parking area, it is
very common (almost daily when we are there) there are non climbers stopping to use the area and its facilities.
High use area and concerns of not maintaining this bathroom especially so close to Mt Rushmore may leave a
negative impression on many visitors.
8. On pg 7 of 8 Under Other Management Issues there is some confusion on the statement of the use of
non-motorized and motorized drilling. If there could be some clarification that would be great. We believe
non-motorized drilling is allowed in most areas. Clarification of this is needed to ensure correct usage by the
BHCC.
Ron Yahne is in charge of developing a letter to send and is the contact person from the BHCC on this topic.
The trail from Wrinkle Rock parking to the kiosk is going to be handicap accessible and
Dr. Rebecca Wold an occupational therapist is offering to give free consultations.
Rebecca is going to ask Tony from Turkey Graphics about some ideas for T-shirt logos.
Discussion of a Holiday event was discussed and determined that Caleb would look into a pot luck with beer
and possible video at the Athletic Center for Dec or Jan
Discussion of getting more info about upcoming events and past events on the website. Jason will email a list
of repaired routes to Eric to put on the website. Recent repairs are Dire Spire – new bolts and anchors, Ocean
Spray on Tiki – new bolts, and Existantial Angst – new anchors.
It was moved by Becky to adjourn and second by Rebecca. Meeting Adjourned.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting Minutes
8/19/09 Dublin Square Rapid City, SD 7pm
Attendees: Bruce Junek, Rebecca Wold, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Jason McNabb, Jay Erickson
Old Business:
July 15th 09 Bruce Junek, Jim Slichter, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Lyle, Ron Williams, Josh Balt all checked
the coalition ropes for the Pump Fest.
New Business:
Dawn Glanc slide show to occur Fri before beans and biners. Fri Sept 11th at the Fire house.
Beans and Biners : Jay says ins is non profit is SD covered but not covered for court costs. To set up a non
profit would cost up about 1500-2000 dollars/yr. Should use a release liability form with out one it shows liability.
Discussion of release forms and posting signs that everyone is welcome to climb on coalition ropes but everyone
must sign a waiver first. Jason made a motion to use liability waivers. You do not have to be a member to climb
but you need to sign a waiver at each event. There is to be a central waiver signing spot and some other signs
posted to let people know to sign a waiver prior to using coalition ropes. Seconded by Rebecca. Rebecca Wold
to be the event promoter and Bruce to get the forms ready. Shawn said he would make chilli and coalition would
pay for products. Jason said he could help set up ropes and then work the table for awhile. Beans and Biners is
to be a pot luck. To start at 9am Sept 12th 09.
Suggestion of a silent raffle to raise money for bolts – petzel could sponsor.
Rebecca contact for BHCC t-shirts and tanks for girls. Goat on spire theme. She would look into cost on screen
and cost per shirt.
Cronin may do a LaSportiva shoe demo at Beans and Biners.
Bruce discussed an outdoor convention in Spearfish – BH Pioneer Sun after Beans and Biners. Bruce, Ron or
Jason to speak about climbing there.
Repairs Completed:
Not Too Steep for My Lichen anchors and top 2 bolts
5.8 to the rt of Not Too Steep added new anchors
5.10 to the left of Not Too Steep replaced anchors
Need of Repair:
Anchors and 1 bolt on Dire Spire
Anchors on top pitch of Garfield Goes to Washington
Ocean Spray in Custer State Park
Motion to adjourn and 2nd.
Meeting was adjourned.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting Minutes
6/17/09 Held at Dublin Square
Attendees: Bruce Junek, Peter Lev, Shawn Nagel, Chris Spellmeyer, Caleb Hansen, Eric Hansen, Ron Yahne,
Jay Erickson, Brian Anderson
Joel’s Wife supplied a climbing waiver form for consideration for events. Discussion about whether this would help.
The general feeling was we still need insurance.
Pin fest scheduled for July 18th. The question was raised if we wanted to do a cleanup? There are many trees down.
Suggestion that everyone bring gloves and help open trails.
People needed to donate good ropes. Eric will put something on website and make up posters by July 1st.
Discussion for a workday in August at Far Downs.
List of Routes in need of repair:
Moonstone
Remove old anchors on Pluto’s Playground
Notes by Ron Yahne typed by Becky Wagner
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting Minutes
5/27/09 Meeting held in Hill City 7pm social at Granite Sports and meeting followed at 8pm
Attendees: Bruce Junek, Jim Schlichter, Trent Schlichter, Rob Taylor, Gwen Brandhagen, Lindsay Stepheny,
Chris Spellmeyer, Ron William, Becky Wagner, Ron Yahne, Rebecca Wold, Shawn Callahan, Jim Syverson,
Susan Scheirbeck, Sue Schroeder, Joel Hagan, Matt Mieczkowich, Cheryl Meyer, Daryl Stisser, Eric Hansen
Old Business:
It has been decided that the member's is public knowledge. Information such as email addresses is only given
out for the members that oked theirs for publication.
New Business
Website update: GOOD JOB ERIC!! It is now up and running!! The hope is to use the website for not only
advertisement for our events but also current updates the morning of events on weather and such.
Keenan Harvey photography class has been cancelled.
Treasurer's Report: Savings;$1360 Checking: $2557
Daryl with an insurance update: Since we are a professional organization Daryl suggests we get insurance even
for our gathering events with no comps. Cost estimate would be $2000 per year. This brought up a lot of
discussion on whether or not it is necessary and ideas of getting legal advise if it is necessary or what the
consequences of not having insurance. Joel said he would see what he could find out from his wife an attorney.
Other ideas were possibly seeing if we could join with Tech for these events and have insurance through them.
It was also proposed that we have a festival in town during the weekend we climb so maybe we can get some
city insurance. Ideas for generating more $ for insurance is increasing membership dues, making event dues
mandatory, having more auctions at our events, and asking for donations at our events.
Pin Fest 3rd week of July: Trees are down everywhere!! Too many so Custer should move them but we should
find out a time line for removal. Scott Malone is the contact person. 10 Pins area is a mess and hard to get to
any climbs contact Lindsey Barneys boss's boss would be the best person to contact.
The contact person for discussion on Wrinkle Rock Parking Lot was supposed to speak tonight but is absent-hopefully
he will be at the next meeting.
Climbers Coffee: July 4th (informal meeting in 1 month)
Informal Group gatherings Thurs nights at rushmore
Wed night at Falling rock
Dawn Glance Slide show around Beans and Biners has passed with a unanimous vote. She will charge $500 plus
travel expenses. She should have sponsors to help with posters and advertisements.
List of Routes in need of Repair:
Anchors - Top of Garfield
2nd bolt on Gossomer
Dire Spire - Anchors and 1 bolt
Evergreen - Jason has recon notes
2 Sex Routes - 2 anchors
Eddie Begoon's - Anchor
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition Meeting Minutes
3/25/09 Held at the Chop House – Spearfish, SD
Attendees: Lance Lund, Chris Klinger, Brian, Joel, Toni, Mike Cronin, Ron Yahne, Becky Wagner, Lee Terveen, Tyrell, Melissa Hampton, Peter Lev, Susan Scheirbeck, Will Buckman, Eric Hansen, Jason Mc Nabb, Jake, Caleb Hansen, Luke Kretchmar, Chris Spellmeyer, Will Busse, Rochelle, Jamie, Pam Gillespie, Terrrance, Jacey
Announcements: Sat March 28th at the Forest Service Office on hwy 16 in Rapid City from 9-12 is a time you can voice your concerns with Rangers about the closure of some of the off roads including the one providing access to the VC.
You can also find more info on Mountain Project under SD then under VC.
Jason Mc Nabb and Mike Cronin attended the Travel Management Plan meeting last week about the different proposals for the trails systems. They are open for comment until May 4th-please send a letter to voice how it will affect climbing in the VC. Mike gave a hand out of a letter to use as a reference and another hand out on where to send your comments and information you may want to add to your letter. For more info please contact Mike.
Old Business:
Treasurers Report: Jim is not present to give an updated report.
Website update: Eric has had trouble with the website and getting new software. He will look into contacting Brett who may have knowledge to help us get this in order.
Daryl is not present to give us an update on insurance for an outdoor comp.
Will Busse was voted to be in charge of looking into cleaning up trails in the Ten Pins and Cathedral Spires areas. Rochelle is to co-chair this project. We will ask Bruce to talk with the park system about how to help. If Bruce (not present) doesn’t want to do this Ron Yahne said he would.
Melissa Hampton ( mjhampton@hotmail.com )said she would help with a climbing fest and chili feed. Shannon Toowmy sp? Stated in the past he would help too. Will Buckman said he would like to have a 3 hour work day at the Tower and then food and then climbing the 3rd week in Sept. We may be able to group all of these together at that time.
It was brought up that the bolting committee and our co-chair has had a difficult time with communication with Rich, the head of the bolting committee. Multiple emails by the bolting committee and 2 phone calls from Caleb have not been returned. Bolting committee members stated that Rich does a great job and they would like to keep him in charge, however a more timely return of communication and more timely way of getting gear is needed.
Mike Cronin brought up that he would like to bring a proposal to the next meeting about the groups thoughts for rap bolting with power drills and talking with the park system about a permit for doing so in the Custer State Park area. This brought up much heated discussion both for and against such a project. Discussion included illegal bolting that may be occurring, how a permit system my help and how this could increase the number of routes in this area and they could be regulated about what route get put in. Discussion for tradition and how doing this would be more of a burden on the park system and rangers. It was stated that rap bolting is legal at this time but power drilling is not. A motion was made by Caleb to allow Mike to bring a proposal to the next meeting and seconded by Toni. Many members stated comment for and against the acceptance of a proposal. This discussion caused much upheaval amongst members.
Becky moved to adjourn and it was second by Lance.
Note: an email was sent to the member list on 3-26-09 by Mike Cronin stating the with-drawl of his proposal due to the disturbance amongst members about the subject of power drills in the State Park.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Meeting 2/18/09 at Dublin Square-Rapid City, SD
Attendees: Phil, Steve, Bret, Ron Yahne, Ron Williams, Caleb, Jason McNabb, Eric Hansen, Jim, Sue, Becky, Mike,
Shawn, Rebecca K, Joel, Adam, Shannon
Old Business:
Repair Kits: Recommended by the coalition for the repair committee to have the kits ready for use by April 1st .
The repair committee needs input for repair routes. An attempt to ask at every meeting for any routes in need of
repair will be put on the agenda for upcoming meetings.
Voting Recap of new board members
New Business:
Recommended a motion to add the Access Fund Representative (Daryl) and Membership Tracker/Promoter
(Cheryl) to be added to the board. Discussion involved a low attendance at the meetings and very few available
voters due to board members not always being able to vote. It was decided by a vote to just keep them as
current positions but not as official “board members”.
Treasurer Report: Jim: $1356 in savings and $2482 in checking.
Daryl had sent an email for proposed changes to Mt Rushmore – contact Daryl or Wyss Associates
VC road closing: Mike has gotten support from some companies such as Black Diamond and Sportiva for
help with promoting keeping the access road open. Steve sits on the board for the off road riders program
and will pass the info on to them, maybe we can gets some added support from them . They will have a proposal
for the closing on the 27th. Comments can be given after that time. Please contact Mike Cronin for more info.
Website: Eric has been having issues with accessing our current website. It has been voted on in the past that
Eric is oked to get new software because of the difficulties with the current website. Bret said he had access to
new software so him and Eric will work out the best solution.
Daryl is to comment on how we can get insurance for an outside comp.
Brainstormed for goals for 2009:
1. Educational Day: Self Rescue and Anchor Building
2. More regular climbing events: Devils Tower, Spearfish Canyon
3. Chili Feed
4. Trail Projects
5. Horseshoe Hell: 12 hours of climbing for a fundraiser
6. Tree removal around the Ten Pins
Becky made a motion to start committees next month for goals we want to accomplish. All would be great but if
only some get organized, maybe the others will get done next year. Sue 2nd the motion. It passed by unanimous vote.
Benefits of membership: Involvement with the above goals, route repair, 15% off at Granite sports(just tell them
you are a member), voice for the climbing community
Next months meeting is proposed for Spearfish and is TBA, (likely Crow Creek
Brewry or Sandfords)
Steve had a motion to adjourn the meeting and it was 2nd by Rebecca.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
1/21/09 Gas Light –Rockerville
Attendees: Jim, Eric Hansen, Susan, Chris, Caleb, Duane, Rich, Rebekah, Roger, Bruce, Brent, Mike, Shannon,
Jason McNabb, Ron Yahne, Aaron, Jason Lembert, Gwen, Lisa, and Becky
Old Business: Bolting Committee met, discussed and it is the consensus of the group to see how “kits” with a set
amount of gear determined by the bolting committee will work for each of the bolting committee members of each
region of the repair areas. The routes in need of repair will be determined by the bolting committee group prior to
the repair season. The kits will be replenished on return of accurate paperwork of where each piece of hardware
was placed. It was the consensus of the group that paperwork is important for good relations with the landmanagers.
The kits are on a trial basis and if found to not work smoothly another solution will be suggested.
New Business:
Each nominee for office had a chance to speak on their behalf.
Nominees are:
Chair: Bruce Junek and Brent Kertzman
Co-Chair: Caleb Hansen and Will Busse
Secretary: Becky Wagner
Treasurer: Jim Schlicter
Publicist: Eric Hansen
Member at Large: Ron Yahne, Peter Lev, and Mike Cronin
Voted by ballot and 4 proxy votes
2009 voted in board members are as follows:
Chair: Bruce Junek
Co-Chair: Caleb Hansen
Secretary: Becky Wagner
Treasurer: Jim Schlicter
Publicist: Eric Hansen
Members at Large: Ron Yahne and Mike Cronin
Bolting Update from Rich: Priority finding routes in need of repair, Goals: Accountability, Quality work and
Partnership with landmanagers.
Time table:
Establish list of routes at beginning of each year and prioritize them
Have an area lead person for each area: Rushmore and Custer
Late winter give hardware estimates needed for each kit
Hardware is approved through Bruce and Jim
Select route repair lists for each area
Process Hardware
Give a refresher training course for installing hardware
Perform route repairs through out the season
To replenish kit-need forms properly filled out with route info and accountability for each piece of hardware used
End of year final report
Discussion and proposal by Rich on Retrobolting:
Concerns with adding bolts to routes, Parks mandate preservation so there is some potential for controversy
and poor relations with the Parks, However Todd (our current contact with the park) has stated he is in favor of
adding bolts if it decreases risk of harm to participants.
Rich proposed 2 options for retrobolting:
Option 1: If there is bolting the same day as the recon 3 people on the bolting committee should be there to agree
on the retrobolting. If the recon is done one day and drilling occurs another day it is only necessary to have 2 bolting
committee members input.
Option 2: Recon then post on website for comment
It was voted on and Option 1 Passed by majority vote.
Rich provided Repair Route lists for Custer and Rushmore areas. See Becky or Rich for the lists.
Cheryl has been keeping a database of members and has been doing a great job of adding the new members to
the email database
Donations: Philip Berggren made a $50 donation. Becky will send a thank-you to him and Mike Engel from last
year he donated $500.
Treasurer’s report: Year End: Checking: 2052.26 Savings:1355.17. Since then, The Andy Burr slide show netted
an additional $430
Pat Wyss would be a good contact for anyone interested in more information on the Mickelson/Rushmore Trial
Project-see Susan for details
Mike Cronin commented again on access to the VC. It would be landlocked if they close rd 150 off Sheridan Lake Rd.
There has been a proposal for closure then 45 days waiting period. We need to let them know why access through this
road is so important. Mike will get info on key points to Becky so she can email info for all members to send info to rally
why we need it left open.
Voted that the next meeting be held in Rapid City at Dublin square on WED. Feb 18th. Caleb will make sure all is ok
with Dublin Square.
Mike Cronin is working on a meeting in Spearfish in March. TBA
It was voted and passed that we charge $10 for the Peter Lev slide show on January 31st at School of Mines Campus
EP Bld Rm 252 (New Location) and anyone interested gets a free membership for 2009 to the BHCC.
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Black Hills Climbing Coalition
Meeting 12/16/08
Attendees: Cheryl, Daryl, Kaleb, Eric, Will, Brent, Jeff, Mike, Jim, Shannon, Bruce and Becky
Old Business:
Bolting Committee: Becky proposed a recommendation from the general coalition to the bolting committee about having "bolting kits" for the bolting committee members. It is proposed that the bolting committee members meet to decide if this sounds like a good idea and what exactly will be in each kit. Documentation of each piece of hardware etc. and an accurate list of routes repaired would be required prior to any replenishment of kit items. This will hopefully allow for more flexibility in making repairs for the ultimate goal of getting more repairs accomplished. It was seconded by Daryl and was voted on and passed. We ask that the bolting committee meet and report their decision back to the general coalition meeting. Brent also suggested an online submission of all repair work done.
Boulder Comps: One is set for Jan 10th at the Athletic Center. Mike suggested we ask to see if the proceeds from it could go to purchase new holds at the gym. Daryl is to look into this further.
New Business:
Audit Committee: Roger, Brian, and Jim met for an internal audit of the books. There were receipts for almost everything with the exception of some speakers. It was reminded that receipts were needed for everything. It was stated that all incoming money needs to have a checks and balance. 2 separate people are to count the money and check the deposit. Brent asked the tax status-Non profit. Check book balance is at $1647.00 and the savings account has around $2000.00 and exact amount was not known at the meeting.
Nominees for 2009 Board members to be voted on next month.
Chair: Elect one
Brent - thoughts for improvements next year: possibly less meetings-one yearly, having projects laid out-example trail project could form this on the website and use it as a communication tool.
Bruce Junek - Get a good publicist, get the website up and running, brainstorm on new members and be crazier and try meetings in different towns in the Black Hills.
Co-Chair: Elect one
Lyle, Kaleb Hansen, Will Busse
Secretary: Becky Wagner
Treasurer: Jim Schlicter
Publicist: Eric Hansen Need to update the website and get it running again. Need to post new information in a timely manner and check and respond to emails. Chair will email newsletter to publicist and then publicist will get it on the website. Forrest Balk volunteered to help revamp the website. Eric will contact him.
Members at Large: Elect 2: Ron Yahne, Peter Lev, Mike Cronin
It has been proposed that a new position be opened and voted on next month. We have had difficulties lately with having a current list of members. It was proposed to have a membership director with the job description of keeping a current list of members and being a promoter of new membership. Nominee: Cheryl
Access Fund Representative: Daryl Stisser has agreed to be the representative from the Black Hills Climbing Coalition.
New Trails in the Hills
Mickelson/Rushmore trail. Daryl reported about the meeting in Keystone. This is in regards to a proposed trail from the Mickelson trail to Mt. Rushmore. Discussion about what issues will arise and if it is possible to do this. There are some issues with a few land owners in order to make this possible. Also one of the proposed routes goes up the old road through the South Seas and Wrinkle rock parking lot. The trail system may consist of 12-18 miles of new trail in the Rushmore area. This could have a large impact on climber's parking and free camping at Wrinkle rock. It may be in the coalitions best interest to voice our opinion on the situation.
Potential Road Closure:
Mike Cronin brought to our attention that there is a proposed road closure though the off road travel management plan. They will be seasonal and some permanent closures of roads. The road of concern for climbers is Rd 150 off Sheridan Lake Road. You turn right after mile marker 7 on Norseman and then branch off onto 151E. This is the main public access to the VC climbing area. This may cause a land lock of the climbing area. Mike is asking for climbers to write letters to the Forest Service about key things of this is a climbing area close to Rapid and can disperse recreation to take some of the pressure off of Spearfish Canyon. The VC has had bolted routes Mike plans to hand out a letter asking for letters of support and where to send them at the Andy Burr Slide show on Dec 30th.
Having the Coalition Meetings in Different Places:
There was a motion to have meetings in different places.
Jan meeting 3rd tues at the Gaslight at 7.
Might look into meeting in Hill City in Feb. and possibly at Common Grounds in Spearfish in March. It was suggested to add a carpooling place on our website.
December Slide Show:
Andy Burr Slide show scheduled for Dec. 30th at 7 pm at Dublin Square. Minors allowed until 9 pm. It was decided cost is $10 and there will be free membership to the coalition included. Becky will make a form for attendees to fill out with their name, email and phone number. All dues start in Jan of 2009. It was moved and passed that dues start at the first of the year. This will allow us to start a current member list. Brent will look into getting items donated for auction for fund raisers.
January Slide Show:
Tentative January 31st slide show by Peter Lev. Not sure where it will be yet.
Brent suggested that we make membership cards to present at places such as Granite Sports, etc.
Items to be discussed at the January Meeting:
Vote for new board members.
Daryl will comment on how we could get insurance for an outdoor comp.
Discuss the goals of the coalition and the benefits of membership.
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11/18/08
Meeting at the Gas Light
Attendees: Ron Yahne, Chris Spellmeyer, Becky
Tour of the Hall of Records has been canceled due to snow until further notice.
Discussion of bolting committee. The current protocol is not working well. There is frustration in lack of a timely response from approval and receiving of hardware for the people doing repairs. It has been proposed again to have “kits” for each person on the bolting committee, that get replaced only when good records of where the current kit hardware was used. It was mentioned that it would be good to always recon the entire route but if there are bad anchors, they can be replaced without repairing the entire route due to safety issues with bad anchors.
Darryl is back and may organize some bouldering comps.
Granite Sports is willing to take money for people who would like to become members for us. Members get a 15% discount there. This may help to increase our membership.
Becky said if she could get a list of current members she would be willing to try and keep up with current email addresses. Becky had talked with Forrest Balk and he said he would be willing to revamp our WEB page over Christmas holiday. Becky needs to find out from Aaron how to get be able to change things on our web site.
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Climbing Coalition Meeting
Minutes for the 10/21/08 meeting
Attendees: Ron Yahne, Rick, Chris, Brent, Aisling, Eric, Jim, Will, Carrissa, Pete, Ron Williams, Jason Lambert and Becky
Old Business:
Holiday Hike to the Hall of Records - tours are shut down due to a liability issue, someone fell and broke their ankle so they have shut down tours but Todd said he would work on seeing if they would let us. Ron is working with Todd.
The slide show with Dawn Glanc: it was short notice and she was not interested at this time.
Peter is still willing to do a slide show this fall.
Andy Burr is willing to do a slide show this fall also.
New Business:
Brent comments:
Vern Phinney is working on a new guidebook. There have been comments in the past about they layout being confusing so he will try to remedy that. Brent is helping Vern - they are looking at the entire Rushmore area from Raspberry to Horse Thief. Vern wanted a self publish and to do it in black and white. Andy Burr however will not support photos in a black and white book. Brent and crew are looking into a grant with S.D. Tourism and using (Fred Nightly?) at Sharp End Books. Sharp does the marketing and pays for the publishing up front. It would be a 3-stage process with a goal for the first book out in 1 year containing East Harney Range, 2nd volume-West Harney and 3rd volume bouldering in Harney. They will be looking for proofreaders and editors. Please contact Brent or Vern for more info.
Rick discussed Primal Quest 2009.
Rick is on the Rapid City Sports Board of Directors and came to inform us of Primal Quest 2009. It is a 10 day human powered backcountry adventure race. It is Aug.15-24th 2009 and to be hosted in the Rapid City area. They consist of co-ed teams of 4 people. All members have to compete in all components. It will consist of categories of trekking, climbing, swimming, spelunking, biking etc. Nov 1st is the opening of registration. They have a goal of 75-100 teams from all over the world, cost of entry is $11,500. It is expected to bring a million direct spent to the area with 2 million in free advertising for S.D. Rick is asking the coalition to support the event through entries, volunteers and ideas for routes for the event. They are looking for about 4 routes around the 5.7 grade, possibly some side by side routes. These will all be done with a fixed rope. They have used slings in the past-usually no new bolting - if there is they would remove and cover well. Please bring ideas to Rick at 381-5372 or email him at emersric@rapidnet.com Media ideas to go to Emily Currey at 605-773-3301 or email at emily.currey@state.sd.us For more information of Primal Quest see their web site at www.ecoprimalquest.com
Chris said that Darryl was willing to have a bouldering comp in early Nov. but he will be out of town until right before then so looking for someone to advertise. No takers at this time.
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Climbing Coalition Meeting
Minutes taken by Rebecca Kay for 9/08
Bruce to check with Dawn Glanc about slide show.
Ron to check with Todd about a holiday hike in the hills to the Hall of Records.
Investigating insurance thru Tech and cost for coalition.
Climbing calander dates for next year?
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Climbing Coalition Meeting
Minutes from the meeting on 8/20/08 at The Gas Light 7pm
People present at the meeting.
Jim, Ron, Susan, Peter, Roger, Darrell, Shawn and Becky
Old Business
Jim gave a treasurers report:
Paul Piana slide show net $455 plus a $500 donation from Mike Engel. This did include everyone’s membership dues. Roughly 50 members signed up. Leaving a rough balance in the acct of $2300. Paul charged $500 and the Elks charged $250.
In was mentioned that in the past we had people renew their memberships at pumpfest and that we seemed to have a better turn out. It was mentioned to note this for next year.
New Business
A suggested event for Oct. was a Dawn Glance movie or slide show, her request was $500 and travel expenses. The question was raised to see how much travel expenses would be and if she would take $500 total? Ron was to look into it.
Peter also offered to do a slide show for the cost of a hotel room at the Alex Johnson and supper.
Another idea was to see if the Firehouse or the climbing club at Tech would sponsor a place for a slide show. Contact Mike Kegan at Tech. We will ask Bruce (not present) to look into this.
Ron wants to add Raisins in the Sun to the bolting list, a new bolt at the traverse at least. Ron had spoken to Mike and Mike had commented he was impressed with their work and was willing to have Raisins retrobolted. This was Oked by the members present at the meeting.
Ron has requested more drill bits. It was Oked by the present members to get him some more.
Other routes in need of repair:
Gold Line
Left most route on Queen Pin-1st bolt is bad above the shelf
It was brought up for discussion that the people on the bolting committee have a kit with enough equipment for repairing more than one route at a time. Each bolting committee member would have to turn in their repair lists to account for the items used in order to get a replacement kit. This was a suggestion to decrease the time it takes to rebolt and repair routes. It seems that time of qualified repairers is difficult to find and that repairs are in need, so a proposal of all bolting committee members getting a kit to expediate the process and that they were allowed to repair anything as they feel fit as long as it is on the “Approved Route Repair List”. It was unanimous that good records of what was repaired and what equipment was used is of high importance. The bolting committee is to discuss this and report at the next meeting.
Beans and Biners
Set for Aug 30th – Pot Luck at Rushmore
The coalition will furnish chili or burritos (Jim will bring burritos if he can attend-he will contact Becky within the week to let her know. If not Shawn may be able to make chili. If not Becky can make something. Darrell offered to donate some buffalo meat and Becky offered to donate some beef. We usually make for 40-50 people.)
*Need Bruce to send out an email notice about it being a pot luck
*Need Bruce to get flyers up ASAP. Gus has done the flyers in the past?
*Tables Becky can bring 3 card tables. If more are needed Bruce should be contacted to bring some.
*Bruce alert Forest Service and get a permit?