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Rochester (NY) Rock, Ice & Snow Climbing Club

An upstate New York local area club for outdoor enthusiasts

Speaker: Leo Linder

  • March 2020 Meeting

    Leo Linder on adventure in trekking the Patagonian "O" Circuit in the Torres del Paine National Park of Chile

    March 2020 Meeting

    We will meet on March 10th at the business center of the company Emerge at 7 pm.  Hope you will reserve the date.  This location is graciously provided by Leo Linder.   No need to respond if you will be attending — just show up.  There is no admittance fee.  Refer to the link below for a Google map.

    Leo Linder will share his adventure in trekking the Patagonian "O" Circuit in the Torres del Paine National Park of Chile.  The O Circuit is a seven to nine day trek through Patagonia filled with magnificent views of the mountains, glaciers and extraordinary woodlands.  You’re invited to come along and absorb some of Leo’s exciting South America expedition.

      O Circuit

    LOCATION

    Emerge, 412 Linden Avenue, Rochester, NY 14625


     https://goo.gl/maps/hgeKxSK2n7R2
    Other Information

    Those who wish to join RRISCC officially by paying the annual dues amount of $10.00 can do so for our current fiscal year September 1, 2019 through August 31, 2020 by sending a check to Molly (Mcbride) Hickey.  Her address can be found here. 

    And, dues-paying members can borrow library materials belonging to the club and Stu Milligan which are listed here.  Also, only dues-paying persons can vote on most business matters.  Upon receipt of the membership fee, a membership card would be mailed to you.

    Rochester (NY) Rock, Ice & Snow Climbing Club

  • November 2007 Meeting

    Leo Linder on recent climbs in Bolivia

    We plan to meet at 6:30 pm on the 13th in the lodge at Gander Mtn. Store.  Be sure to attend.  Leo Linder will be sharing recent climbs in Bolivia.  Here is a summary of what was done:  Erik Grimm, Lawrence Creatura and Leo Linder spent 10 days climbing in Bolovia – 6 days in the Condoriri valley.  They were there from May 4th to May 14th, 2007.  First, they warmed-up by tackling a minor peak.  Then, separate successful summits of Pequeño Alpamayo (5370m / 17,618ft) were done.  Lastly, Lawrence attempted to climb Cabeza de Cóndor (5648m / 18,530ft), which is more technical than the prior two.

    Some of their photos are posted just below.  So you see, you’re in for a special treat.

    Those who wish to join or renew membership in RRISCC by paying the annual dues amount of $10.00, can do so for the new fiscal year September 1, 2007 through August 31, 2008 by sending a check to Henry Hamlin.  His address can be found here.  The advantages are that dues-paying members are entitled to a 10% or 15% discount at area outdoor stores, such as Snow Country & EMS.  Also, dues-paying members can borrow library materials belonging to the club and/or Stu Milligan as listed here.  A membership card will be mailed to you for use at area outdoor stores.  So, bring along a check made out to RRISCC or cash and pass it along to Henry Hamlin who will be at this meeting.  Remember, you do not have to become a member to attend the club’s meetings, so come one, come all.

    Photos from Bolivia, South America by Leo, Lawrence & Erik

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    Pequeño Alpamayo     (5370m / 17618ft) – Lawrence Creatura on final summit approach, photo by Erik Grimm

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    Pequeño Alpamayo     (5370m / 17618ft) – Lawrence Creatura on summit, photo by Erik Grimm

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    Pequeño Alpamayo     (5370m / 17618ft) – Leo Linder on summit, photo by Eduardo

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    Pico     Austria (5300m / 17384ft) – Leo Linder & Lawrence Creatura on summit, photo by Erik Grimm

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    Pico Austria (5300m / 17384ft) – Erik Grimm on summit, photo by Leo Linder

    DIRECTIONS to our meeting place

    Gander Mountain “lodge” (inside front doors to the right), 300 Jay Scutti Blvd., Rochester, NY 14623
    It is across the street off Jefferson Road from Marketplace Mall

    gander mountain

    Hope to see you soon.  In the meantime, be sure to continue savoring the wonders and the beauties of the great outdoors.

    Stu Milligan

    RRISCC President

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