Red River Gorge Time Control Plan

Red River Gorge Climbing Time Control Plan

PRE-TRIP

TRIP DETAILS (POSTER/SIGN-UP SHEET)

• What and Where: Rock Climbing – Red River Gorge, Slade, Kentucky
  
  

• Description: A 4-day climbing adventure to the famous Red River Gorge — home to some of the best sport climbing in the United States. Participants will experience a variety of climbing routes suited for all levels while camping in the scenic hills of Kentucky.
  
  

• When: TBD (Recommended April–October)
  
  

• How Many: 12 Participants
  
  

• Cost/Venmo: $70 per person (+ $30 road meal money)
  
  

• Contact Person/More Info: [Insert Leader Name & Contact Info]
  
  

• How to Sign Up: OREC weekend sign-up sheet / Excel doc
  
  

• Trip Promotion: Word of mouth, posters, group meetings
  
  

• Trip Sign-Up/Communication/Equipment List (Who & How): OREC weekend sign-up sheet
  
  

Rations Purchasing/Packing (When): Wednesday/Thursday

Trip Outfitting (Leader Meeting Time): Monday @ 3 PM

Trip Group Outfitting (Group Time/Who): Monday @ 4 PM

TRANSPORTATION

• 🚐 Cargo Van
  
  

• 🚐 12-Passenger Van
  
  

• 🚗 Personal Vehicle (if needed)
  
  

MEAL PLAN

Road Meal

• Sandwiches, chips, fruit
  
  

• Drink (water, tea, or Gatorade)
  
  

Classic Breakfast (2x)

• Oatmeal
  
  

• Walnuts
  
  

• Dried fruit
  
  

• Chocolate chips
  
  

• Bananas
  
  

• Coffee/Tea/Hot Chocolate
  
  

Classic Lunch (2x)

• Tortillas
  
  

• Peanut butter
  
  

• Jelly
  
  

• Honey
  
  

• Jerky
  
  

• Cheese sticks
  
  

• Apples
  
  

Dinner 1 (Arrival Night)

• Pasta with red sauce
  
  

• Garlic bread
  
  

• Salad
  
  

Dinner 2 (Climbing Day)

• Mac and cheese with chicken and freeze-dried veggies
  
  

• Hot sauce / Italian seasoning / red pepper flakes
  
  

Dinner 3 (Final Night)

• Enchilada-style pasta
  
  

• Trail brownies or s’mores
  
  

SNACKS/DESSERTS

• Trail mix
  
  

• Granola bars
  
  

• Fruit snacks
  
  

• Beef jerky/steak strips
  
  

• Electrolyte packets
  
  

DRINKS

• Coffee
  
  

• Teas
  
  

• Hot chocolate
  
  

SPICES/OIL/OTHER

• Salt
  
  

• Pepper
  
  

• Hot sauce
  
  

• Garlic salt
  
  

• Italian seasoning
  
  

• Red pepper flakes
  
  

TRIP BUDGET

Item

Equation

Total

Per Person

Food/Groceries

$4 × #meals × #people

$288

$24

Gas

Total miles ÷ 10 mpg × #vehicles × $3.80/gal

$400

$33

Campsites

$44 × 3 nights

$132

$11

Parking

Flat rate

$20

$2

TOTAL

$840

$70/person

+ $30 for road meals

ITINERARY AND SCHEDULE (TIME CONTROL)

DAY 1 – Friday

• 8:00 AM: Meet at Calvin; depart by 8:30 AM
  
  

• Stop for road meal en route
  
  

• 4:30–5:00 PM: Arrive at Middle Fork Campground (Slade, KY)
  
  

• Set up camp, make dinner, overview of climbing plan
  
  

DAY 2 – Saturday

• 7:30 AM: Breakfast
  
  

• 8:30 AM: Depart for crag (5–30 min drive depending on crag)
  
  

• Climb all day; pack lunch to eat at crag
  
  

• 4:30–5:00 PM: Return to camp, make dinner, relax
  
  

DAY 3 – Sunday

• 7:30 AM: Breakfast
  
  

• 8:30 AM: Depart for different crag
  
  

• Climb all day; pack lunch to eat at crag
  
  

• 4:30–5:00 PM: Return to camp, dinner, fireside debrief
  
  

DAY 4 – Monday

• 7:30 AM: Pack up camp, breakfast
  
  

• 9:00 AM: Half-day of climbing
  
  

• 2:00 PM: Depart for Grand Rapids
  
  

• 10:00–11:00 PM: Arrive back at Calvin
  
  

RISK MANAGEMENT

Climbing involves exposure, belaying, and movement on uneven terrain.

• All climbers must be belay certified and are encouraged to be lead certified.
  
  

• 1–2 support leaders will manage safety checks and route setup.
  
  

• First aid kits, radios/phones, and climbing rescue gear will be on hand.
  
  

• All participants must wear helmets and follow leader instructions at all times.
  
  

EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN

Hospital: Mercy Health – Marcum and Wallace Hospital
📍 60 Mercy Court, Irvine, KY 40336
🕐 ~45 minutes driving

Urgent Care Clinic: Clark Regional Medical Center
📍 175 Hospital Drive, Winchester, KY 40391
🕐 ~1 hour driving

STUDENT PACKING LIST

• $30 cash for road meals
  
  

• Snacks for climbing days
  
  

• 2 one-liter water bottles
  
  

• Mess kit
  
  

• Sunscreen / bug spray
  
  

• Sunglasses / sun hat
  
  

• Sleeping bag and pad (available from Calvin if needed)
  
  

• Hygiene bag (toothbrush, soap, deodorant, etc.)
  
  

• Climbing gear (harness, helmet, shoes, chalk bag — rentals available)
  
  

• Bike/athletic shoes or approach shoes
  
  

• Comfortable camp shoes
  
  

• 1–2 climbing shorts/pants
  
  

• 2 dry-fit long-sleeve shirts
  
  

• 2 T-shirts
  
  

• 1 warm jacket
  
  

• 3 pairs socks, 3 pairs underwear
  
  

• Swimsuit and towel
  
  

PERMITS/SUPPLIES NEEDED (FROM CALVIN)

• 2 Vans + Personal Vehicle
  
  

• Climbing gear sets (harnesses, helmets, ropes, carabiners, etc.)
  
  

• First aid kit
  
  

• Tents, sleeping bags, pads, tarps
  
  

• Kitchen supplies:
  
  

  • Stove
    
    

  • Lighter
    
    

  • 2 pots
    
    

  • Big spoon
    
    

  • French press
    
    

  • Water cooler