Ever wonder what Carderock rock was like before every nubbin and crimp was worn smooth? Come find out! We’re planning a trip to Vaso (Herzog in the old days) Island to climb Knubble Face, Salad Bar, Chairman’s Chimney, and more.  The tallest climbs are about 70 feet and almost all of them are directly above the river; truly beautiful climbing!

We are limiting the trip to 12 plus Carol and myself. This is not a trip for beginners; you should know how to belay from the top and how to rappel.

We’ll meet at 8am in the Carderock parking lot – it’s easier to get the boats in the water when the paths are not full of climbers. We’ll use whatever water craft people have to ferry across the river between Carderock and the island, we should be at the top of the climbs by about 9am. After a day of climbing, we’ll head back to Carderock in the late afternoon, probably around 4pm. Make sure you bring lots of water, food, bug spray, etc.  In case it’s not obvious, there are no facilities on the island. 🙂

If the river is too high to cross safely, we will cancel the event!

Contact Brian Florence oldmanbim at gmail.com if you would like more information.

A few last things:

• Cancellations: Please cancel your registration if you are no longer able to attend so someone can have your spot. If you can’t make it the morning of the event, please text either Brian or Carol so that no one is waiting for you in the parking lot.
• Hobbyists-at-Large: Please note that none of our trip leaders are professional guides but only enthusiastic hobbyists. Crossing the river and climbing on ropes are inherently dangerous and you do so at your own risk. You are responsible for yourself and your own safety at all times.