An on and off club tradition of a climbing trip to the sea cliffs of Swanage on Good Friday, was honoured this year with a group of eight members congregating at the Cattle Troughs area for a season opener.<\/p>\n
From a personal perspective I was aiming to have a go at a climb called Isis (VS 4c) which I had attempted at the end of last season. On that occasion I had backed off at half height when the way forward appeared to be a much harder grade than expected. Memories of a similar situation on Lundy Island and a \u201clets press on\u201c attitude had led to a nasty fall, thankfully without too much damage. So, on this occasion caution was judged the better part.<\/p>\n
Today, after a couple of warm up routes another attempt was launched after a more thorough perusal of the guide book. A more circumspect ascent confirmed that I had indeed gone off route the first time. The climb was successfully completed albeit with a rest on the rope at one point.<\/p>\n
One more climb and then it was time to pack up the gear and head homeward although some stayed on for the weekend and enjoyed the excellent weather.<\/p>\n
Thanks to everyone who came along for a great day and I am sure that the club will be back in Dorset before too long.<\/p>\n
Dick<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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