See below for answers to a number of frequently asked questions about the Beaver Valley Climbing Festival:
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- Do I need to buy a ticket to attend?
- What’s included in the cost of a ticket?
- What isn’t included in the cost of a ticket?
- So what should I bring to the festival?
- Do I need to bring my own climbing gear?
- Is this a fundraiser event?
- Do kids need to buy a ticket?
- Why has the cost of tickets increased since the last festival in 2019?
- Do I need to sign up separately for clinics?
- What is the refund policy?
- How do I transfer a ticket to someone else?
- What if it rains?
- Do I need to be an experienced climber to attend?
- Can I bring my dog?
- What’s the situation with toilets, drinking water and garbage?
- What’s for dinner on Saturday?
- Is parking available on site?
- What are your COVID precautions?
Do I need to buy a ticket to attend?
Yes. Tickets are $90 for individuals with an active annual OAC membership; $120 for non-members, and free for kids 12 and under.
The event capacity is 120 people. We expect that the festival will sell out, so be sure to register early!
What’s included in the cost of a ticket?
- Two nights of camping, just five minutes from Metcalfe
- Taco dinner on Saturday
- Thousands of dollars in raffle prizes
- Access to gear demos and local vendors
- Morning yoga, evening DJ, bonfires and community connections
- All proceeds go to the OAC to support Ontario climbing access
What is NOT included in the cost of a ticket?
Not included in the cost of a ticket are climbing clinics, transportation, camping equipment (bring your own tent) and food (with the exception of a taco dinner on Saturday).
So what should I bring to the festival?
Prepare as you would for car camping. Bring your tent, sleeping bag, water bottle, utensils, camping plates, cooler, headlamp, etc. Remember that in the middle of August that cool evenings are possible! Do not bring glassware.
Do I need to bring my own climbing gear?
You should be prepared to bring your personal climbing gear including, but not limited to: helmet, climbing shoes, harness, belay device, pack, water, food, clothing layers, sun protection.
Is this a fundraiser event?
It is! The Beaver Valley Climbing Festival provides financial support for the Ontario Alliance of Climbers. The OAC is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization dedicated to advocating for access to outdoor climbing areas, building relationships with land owners, land managers and government, and engaging with Ontario’s climbing community. Learn more about what we do here.
Why has the cost of tickets increased since the last festival in 2019?
Like everything else, the costs associated with hosting the festival have increased. Our current festival site is unserviced, meaning that our expenses include, providing dinner on Saturday, renting portapotties, supplying drinking water, renting generators and PA equipment, and garbage disposal.
These costs aside, the OAC only expects to make a modest profit from the event, all of which will go towards promoting climbing access in Ontario.
Do I need to sign up separately for clinics?
Yes. More information on clinic registration can be found here.
What is the refund policy?
This is a rain or shine event and tickets are non-refundable. Tickets may be resold or transferred.
How do I transfer a ticket to someone else?
To transfer a ticket, please email us at info@ontarioallianceofclimbers.ca with the name and email address of the person you’d like your ticket transferred to.
Note that tickets purchased by active OAC members can only be transferred to other active members.
Do I need to be an experienced climber to attend?
No! We welcome all abilities and skill levels and offer clinics that range from introduction to climbing and gym to crag, to more advanced classes for those with more experience.
Can I bring my dog?
Unfortunately there are no dogs allowed at the festival; please leave the furry friends at home.
What’s the situation with toilets, drinking water and garbage?
We will have portapotties onsite, with handwashing stations.
Drinking water will also be provided, though festival attendees will need to ensure they bring a container (i.e. water bottle).
Attendees are encouraged to pack out their personal trash, although we will be arranging for limited garbage disposal at the end of the festival.
What’s for dinner on Saturday?
Collingwood’s Baked and Pickled will be catering a loaded taco bar for all ticket holders. This includes three tacos per person, choice of two meats or a vegan option, homemade frijoles, Mexi green rice, pico de gallo, shredded cabbage, B&P tortilla chips, choice of two B&P salsas, B&P picked jalapenos, queso blanco, guacamole, crema and choice of tortilla!
To minimize garbage, attendees are encouraged to bring their own plates and cutlery, although disposable options will be available.
Is parking available on site?
Yes. Parking is available. although space is limited. Please consider carpooling with other festival attendees.
What are your COVID precautions?
Safety and risk management are our priority, however, we cannot guarantee anyone’s complete safety. Please stay home if you’re feeling sick or if you may have been exposed. Mask up outdoors depending on your own comfort level.