Hyderabad Climbing Initiative OpenMic March 23, 6:30 PM
The Hyderabad Climbing Initiative Open Mic stood as a crucial congregation for the climbing community, providing a platform for sharing valuable insights, celebrating the progress of local climbers, and establishing a collaborative blueprint for future endeavors focused on climbing excellence and preservation efforts.
Presenters and Delegates at the Hyderabad Climbing Initiative Open Mic
Society to Save Rocks
- Ms. Frauke Quader, Secretary
- Mr. Sajid, Committee Member
Hyderabad Climbers
- Dr. Renuka, Leadership team
- Sarita, Leadership team
TARC, Bhongir
- Mr. Rakesh
The Outdoor Project, Mahindra Hills Climbers and Crag Development Initiative
- Mr. Raghav Pujari
Crag Studio
- Mr. Ranga Vutukuru, Founder
Key Outcomes:
- Guidebook Project: A consensus was reached to compile a comprehensive guidebook detailing all bouldering and lead/top rope routes in the Hyderabad vicinity. This guidebook aims to serve climbers worldwide, positioning Hyderabad as a distinguished destination on the rock climbing global map. Participants have collectively agreed to contribute the necessary resources for the book’s publication.
- Collaborative Event Proposal: The discussions led to an in-principle agreement to organize collaborative events, leveraging each group’s expertise. Climbers will participate in Rock Walks to scout new climbing areas and enhance member safety, while the Society to Save Rocks will help design these walks, highlighting the significance and multifaceted value of Hyderabad's rock formations.
- Kachiguda Rock Conservation: The commitment to protect Kachiguda's unique rock formations was unanimous, underlining the community's pledge to safeguard these locales for their ecological significance, recreational use, and historical import.
- Annual Event for Iconic Rocks: There was a shared recognition of the need for a hallmark event in Hyderabad that would convene climbers and rock aficionados from across the globe. The collective resolved to unite for such an occasion, with the post-monsoon season deemed ideal due to favorable weather.
- Community and Youth Engagement: The Open Mic event shined in its inclusivity, drawing in novices, fitness buffs, and families to the fold of the climbing community. It served as a celebratory stage for the youth, recognizing and bolstering young climbing talents.
Conclusion: The Hyderabad Climbing Initiative Open Mic was a testament to the climbing community's united spirit and varied passions in Hyderabad. By proposing actionable initiatives and lauding personal triumphs, the event solidified the community's devotion to further climbing pursuits, advocate for conservation, and foster widespread participation.
