Climb for a Cure


Climb for a Cure hosted by The White Mountain School                                                          
A weekend of climbing for a cause!
January 10-11, 2009

The White Mountain School’s Winter Festival Weekend will benefit the HERA (Health, Empowerment, Research, Awareness) Foundation, (www.herafoundation.org) a non-profit organization that funds research for ovarian cancer.   This year’s event includes a Climb for a Cure, that will help HERA reach their goal of finding a cure for this under-recognized women’s health issue.  If you’ve never climbed or you’re a seasoned veteran, join in on the fun! The top fundraisers will receive special prizes from HERA.

Henry Barber is this year’s honored guest. Saturday evening at 7:00 p.m., he will present “Journey to the Soul”, his worldwide quest for self-discovery as an adventurer and rock climber.

The Winter Festival events include the Climbathon at the White Mountain School, an ice climbing workshop on Saturday from 11a.m. to 3 p.m., and a telemark skiing workshop on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m..  See below for event details. 

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Climbing legend Henry Barber will present the evening of January 10 at 7:00pm at
The White Mountain School Great Hall

An Odyssey of Discovery in World Rock Climbing                                                                                                    
Journey to The Soul is Henry Barber’s worldwide quest for self-discovery in the rock-climbing world. Traveling recently to the spectacular towers of Meteora Greece where East German climbers like Dietrich Hasse pioneered bold routes he realized that his course through climbing was unique. Seeking out the holy grail of British gritstone and sea cliff climbs, and then traveling on to Australia where he honed his style in a blitz on Oz rock are two highlights. Some key climbs in the USA question our ethics at home. Finally the historic routes of Dresden East Germany excite the potential in each of us as these climbers often climb barefoot and without any modern protection.
   
Barber onsight soloing
The Strand (E2 5c or 5.10-),
Gogarth, Anglesey, North Wales

About Henry Barber:                                                                                                          
He has climbed in over 30 countries establishing first ascents in about 20 countries on rock, ice and
alpine terrain. In the USA he was the first to establish 5.11 and or 5.12 in many areas all over the country.
First free ascents and an ever increasing self imposed strict style were hallmarks of his climbing; as well
as insatiable appetite for climbing up to 320 days a year and exploring new areas always.

HERA Women's Cancer Foundation                                                                                 

Named after the Greek Goddess who gave women a voice and as an acronym for Health, Empowerment, Research and Awareness, our mission is to stop the loss of mothers, daughters, wives, partners and girl friends from ovarian cancer.
We are a nationally recognized ovarian cancer nonprofit organization funding cutting edge research grants to leading young scientists at respected medical institutions. In so doing we expand the scientific understanding of ovarian cancer while improving the lives of those battling this disease.
Through our programs of awareness of symptoms, education, and rural medical access as well as our Climb for Life and auxiliary special events, we empower healthy women and those undergoing treatment.We are well led by an outstanding founding Executive Director and a committed Board of Directors. We are supported by young scientist researchers, their organizations, over 55 firms, hundreds of climbing leaders, and over fifteen hundred yearly participants.We are committed to continue investing 85% of the money raised for research, awareness, education, and support.For more information go to www.herafoundation.org


Event Information:                                                                                                                                                          
For more information go to jaime.pollitte@whitemountain.org

Schedule:                                                                                                                                                                        
Friday January 9 /09 7-9:30  - Open gym climbing and instruction
Saturday January 10 /09 10:30 - 3:00 - Ice climbing workshop
Saturday January 10 /09 10:00 - 11:00 - Registration for Climbathon
Saturday January 10 /09 11:00 - 3:00 - Climbathon in the WMS Climbing Gym

Saturday January 10 /09 - Dinner 5:30-6:30 Henry Barber will host an open forum during dinner (please RSVP if you would like to attend the dinner)
Saturday January 10 /09- Opening by HERA / Climbing Legend Henry Barber presents An Odyssey of Discovery in World Rock Climbing    

Sunday January 10 /10 11:30 - 3:00 - Telemark ski workshop (located at Bretton Woods Ski Resort)

Prizes for Top 3 Fundraisers and Top Fundraising Dealer Team will go home with the Flying Stanley Trophy.

Fees:
Workshop fees: $40 with proceeds going the HERA Foundation
Presentation fee: $25   Student discount $15
Climbathon, Individuals are welcome to participate. (Fundraising Registration at  <http://www.wmsclimbforacure.kintera.org> )

Sign Up for Climb for a Cure workshops and Climathon:
(To set up  your free personal fundraising webpage go to:  <http://www.wmsclimbforacure.kintera.org>)
Step 1: Register Online/ It's free!
Step 2: Receive and customize your FREE Personal Donation Webpage
Step 3: Invite others to visit your Personal Donation Webpage!


Climbing Waiver under (wms_climbingwall_release.pdf):

**For more information and registration questions please contact:
Jaime Pollitte Director of Outdoor Education
jaime.pollitte@whitemountain.org 603-444-2928 x31


Directions:                                                                                                                                                                           
  • Area Airports: The most convenient airport served by most major airlines, is the Manchester, NH, airport. A bit farther south, Boston’s Logan Airport in Massachusetts is served by all the major airlines.
  • Driving Directions: It's easy to get here and well worth the trip! You'll enjoy the beauty of Franconia Notch and the area’s spectacular views, and you may even spot a moose or two. From Manchester, NH, campus is an easy 1 1/2 hours drive north on scenic I-93.
  • From Manchester, NH/Boston, MA: Take I-93 North for approximately 165 miles. From I-93, take Exit 40 (just before the exit you will see a green sign for The White Mountain School). At the end of the exit ramp, turn right, and immediately turn right again on to Route 18 South. Travel on this road for about 200 yards and turn right on West Farm Road. Go about 3/4 mile to our entrance on the left. Enter campus, and the first building on your left is Hill House, where the Admissions office is located.
  • From the New York/Connecticut Area: Take I-95 North into New Haven, CT, where you then transfer to I-91 North. Take I-91 North through Hartford, CT, and continue north for about 200 miles to St. Johnsbury, VT. Take Exit 19 for Littleton, NH. You will now be on I-93 South. After about 20 miles, take Exit 40. At the top of the exit ramp, turn right crossing over the bridge above the interstate. Take the first right at Route 18, which is marked with a White Mountain School sign. Travel about 200 yards and turn right on to West Farm Road. After about 1/4 mile you will see our entrance on the left. The first building on your left is Hill House, where the Admissions office is located.