Earth Treks Climbing Center is the state-of-the-art indoor rock climbing experience for every person wanting a challenge.
Since 1990, more than 20,000 people have learned to climb at Earth Treks. There are a ways to learn to climb based on age, interests and goals. It is best for beginners to start with an open climb which offers an introduction to climbing. Next comes learning the basics for teens and adults. This lays the foundation to becoming an experienced climber with growing skill levels.
The next step comes with a climbing expedition organized by Earth Treks. Treks go to Cotopaxi, Ecuador and Kilimanjaro, Tanzania. Ice climbing courses are part of the offerings. There are also private expeditions that are part of the Wharton School of Business Leadership Ventures Program.
Earth Treks has a complete gym and organizes yoga classes to help get into shape for serious climbing. It also has rental equipment, pro shop, healthy snacks, showers and lockers. Special events are also available.
The Rockville Earth Treks is located behind The Marlo Building. Other locations are in Timonium and Maryland.
This climbing gym is located in the enormous, renovated Belmont Theatre. It offers 19,000 square feet of climbing including 80 top ropes that reach 50 feet high. A complete fitness facility, Planet Granite also features a variety of yoga and other fitness programs at its clean and well-maintained property. Also, its staff is friendly and helpful.
Outback Adventures is an outdoor equipment retailer. The full-service shop provides services in outdoor guide services, equipment rental and retail. Equipment includes gear for kayaking, cross country skiing, camping, backpacking, mountaineering, wall climbing, paddleboarding, and more. It is in the Home Depot shopping center.
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