ROCK CLIMBING @ SAND ROCK
2026-04-26 08:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | TN
Intro to Rock Climbing
Sunday, April 26, 2026
8:00 am – 6:00 pm ET

Overview:
God created men to embrace life in the great outdoors. It’s a place where we often experience a closeness to God that can’t be found in our day-to-day world. That’s why we at Blueprint for Men are seeking to provide an increasing number of outdoor experiences for men like you!
If you’ve ever wanted to experience rock climbing with your family but needed someone to show you the ropes, this is the perfect opportunity. We will provide you with the equipment, training, and guidance to climb some easy sport routes at some sandstone crags.
The day will consist of a nice balance of instruction, involvement, and interaction. We will have a selection of climbing opportunities for varying levels of ability. The day will be targeted for first time climbers who want to see if this is something they might enjoy.
Registration:
Registration deadline is Sunday, April 19.
REGISTER HERE

Climbing Location:
Cherokee Rock Village (Sand Rock), Alabama

Overview:

Sand Rock is an excellent destination for climbers at any skill level. Its free-standing pinnacles offer an amazing variety of climbing, ranging from easy toprope jugfests, to crimpy face routes, to fine crack lines. Sport routes run side-by-side with tough trad climbs. Beginners can get easy access to set up topropes, and there’s a plethora of good bouldering problems. And the many different areas are spread out enough that you can almost always find a place that isn’t crowded. The approach is one of the shortest and easiest in the south — walk about 100 feet from your car and you’ll find yourself at the Pinnacle or Holiday Block.

Details:

Mountain Project webpage info HERE

Schedule:
Note – All times are in Eastern Time
8:00 am – Meet-Up

Meet at The Outpost (Blueprint for Men Headquarters)
Address is 5050 Layton Lane, Apison, TN
Orientation, introductions, and short devotional

8:30 am – Driving

Drive/Carpool to Cherokee Rock Village (Sand Rock), Alabama
Address is 2000 County Rd 70, Leesburg, AL
Location is in the Central Time Zone

10:30 am – Climbing

Short hike to the cliffs and climbing routes.
Climbing basics, gear use, safety, etc. Start climbing!
We will set-up several climbs from very easy to more challenging.
When not climbing you are free to explore and boulder… but be careful.
Close out the climbing day with a debrief and prayer of blessing.

4:00 pm – Driving
6:00 pm – Home

Waiver
All climbers must complete and submit the online waiver to be able to climb. Parents can fill out a waiver for minors.

Trip Leaders
Doug Brown, Ph.D.
Doug is a seasoned outdoorsman who has a long resume of climbing, whitewater, and backcountry adventures throughout the United States and beyond. He is a certified rock climbing instructor with the American Mountain Guide Association and a Wilderness First Responder.
Jeremiah Curda
Jeremiah is an avid outdoorsman whose resume includes everything from rock climbing to skydiving instructor. With a background of over 15 years of 911 EMS experience including, ground transport, critical care transport and flight paramedic he brings a high level of expertise and skills.
Contact: 817-298-1520
Alex Swafford
Alex has been climbing the sandstone crags of Tennessee and Alabama since his teenage years and is passionate about sharing his love of climbing with beginners.
Contact: 932-698-0278

Climbing Gear

Provided

Shared climbing gear such as ropes, anchors, belay devices, etc.
Individual harnesses, helmets, and rock shoes in limited sizes.
If you can borrow or buys rock climbing shoes that would be great!

Personal Items

Small Backpack
Clothing – weather appropriate clothing and trail shoes
Energy – sack lunch, snacks
Hydration – 2-3 L of water
Small first-aid kit, sunscreen, sunglasses, cap
Attitude – bring your positive adventurous attitude!

Pretrip Zoom Meeting

Monday, April 20 at 8:00 pm ET
We will have a required pre-trip meeting that will answer all your questions and make sure you are comfortable with being uncomfortable!
Zoom link HERE

Cost
Although there is no charge for this trip please consider making a donation to this ministry. Thank you!
DONATE HERE

ROCK CLIMBING @ FOSTER FALLS
2026-05-17 08:00 - 18:00
Rock Climbing @ Foster Falls
Sunday, May 17, 2026
8:00 am – 4:00 pm ET

Overview:
God created men to embrace life in the great outdoors. It’s a place where we often experience a closeness to God that can’t be found in our day-to-day world. That’s why we at Blueprint for Men are seeking to provide an increasing number of outdoor experiences for men like you!
If you’ve ever wanted to experience rock climbing with your family but needed someone to show you the ropes, this is the perfect opportunity. We will provide you with the equipment, training, and guidance to climb some easy sport routes at some sandstone crags.
The day will consist of a nice balance of instruction, involvement, and interaction. We will have a selection of climbing opportunities for varying levels of ability. The day will be targeted for first time climbers who want to see if this is something they might enjoy.

Climbing Location:
Foster Falls, Tennessee

Overview:

Foster Falls is a major destination for sport climbing in the south. Near the town of Jasper (just west of Chattanooga), it features high-quality sandstone and challenging climbing in a pleasant locale. Though you might want to stay away in the hottest or coldest seasons, Foster’s season is pretty much year-round.

Details:

Mountain Project webpage info HERE

Schedule:
Note – All times are in Eastern Time
8:00 am – Meet-Up

Meet at The Outpost (Blueprint for Men Headquarters)
Address is 5050 Layton Lane, Apison, TN
Orientation, introductions, and short devotional

8:30 am – Driving

Drive/Carpool to Foster Falls
Address is 498 Foster Falls Rd, Sequatchie, TN
Location is in the Central Time Zone

9:30 am – Climbing

Short hike to the cliffs and climbing routes.
Climbing basics, gear use, safety, etc. Start climbing!
We will set-up several climbs from very easy to more challenging.
When not climbing you are free to explore and boulder… but be careful.
Close out the climbing day with a debrief and prayer of blessing.

3:00 pm – Driving
4:00 pm – Home

Forms
All climbers must complete and submit the online waiver to be able to climb. Parents can fill out a waiver for minors.

Trip Leaders
Doug Brown, Ph.D.
Doug is a seasoned outdoorsman who has a long resume of climbing, whitewater, and backcountry adventures throughout the United States and beyond. He is a certified rock climbing instructor with the American Mountain Guide Association and a Wilderness First Responder.
Jeremiah Curda
Jeremiah is an avid outdoorsman whose resume includes everything from rock climbing to skydiving instructor. With a background of over 15 years of 911 EMS experience including, ground transport, critical care transport and flight paramedic he brings a high level of expertise and skills.
Alex Swafford
Alex has been climbing the sandstone crags of Tennessee and Alabama since his teenage years and is passionate about sharing his love of climbing with beginners.
Contact: 932-698-0278

Climbing Gear

Provided

Shared climbing gear such as ropes, anchors, belay devices, etc.
Individual harnesses, helmets, and rock shoes in limited sizes.

Personal Items

Small Backpack
Clothing – weather appropriate clothing and trail shoes
Energy – sack lunch, snacks
Hydration – 2-3 L of water
Small first-aid kit, sunscreen, sunglasses, cap
Attitude – bring your positive adventurous attitude!

Cost
Although there is no charge for this trip please consider making a donation to this ministry. Thank you!
DONATE HERE
