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Carribean Multisport - Sport Chalet Adventures

Activity Level

Beginner
Total beginner and can meet the standards below. Class Time: 2-4 hours per day Distances: Can walk/ hike/ paddle 3 miles in a 2-4 hour time period on the surface and elevation types listed below Surfaces: Flat, even "on trail" or calm water paddling Water Exposure: None unless it's raining Altitude: Course location may be at elevations up to 7,000 ft Elevation Change: Little to none Equipment Used: Hiking shoes, hydration and day / fanny pack
Active
New to outdoor adventure but participates in a regular exercise program 2-3 times per week which includes cardiovascular and active movement training. Very few committing areas where paddling, rappelling or climbing may be required. Class Time: 4-6 hours per day (possible camping) Distances: Hike/ paddle up to 5 miles in a 4-6 hour time period on the surface and elevation types listed below Surfaces: Steep, even "on trail" hiking. Some beginner climbing or rappelling on steep rock faces and or water falls or calm water or class I currents if paddling Water Exposure: Shallow wading or stream crossing Altitude: up to 8,000 ft Elevation Change: up to 2,000 ft per day Equipment Used: Kayaks, hiking shoes, hydration, small pack, harnesses, ropes and helmets
Moderate
Some outdoor experience and regular fitness program 3-4 times per week which includes cardiovascular and active movement training. Several committing areas where paddling, rappelling or climbing will be required. Class Time: 6-8 hours per day Distances: Hike/ paddle up to 8 miles in a 6-8 hour time period on the surfaces and elevations listed below some camping living in the back country Surfaces: Steep uneven "on and off trail" hiking with some scrambling using hands for pulling and balance. Some beginner to intermediate climbing or rappelling on steep rock faces and or water falls. Some waves or class II currents if paddling Water Exposure: Waist deep wading and or multiple shallow stream crossings with a pack on Elevation Change: up to 3,000 ft/day Altitude: up to 10,000 ft Equipment Used: Kayaks, hiking / climbing shoes, hydration, small pack, harnesses, ropes and helmets, fall protection gear and advanced layers, simple rope systems for climbing and rappelling
Vigorous
Some outdoor experience and regular fitness program 4-5 times per week which includes cardiovascular and active movement training. Very committing program with no options for early egress but certain obstacle evasion points along the course. Class Time: 8-10 hours per day Distances: Hike/ paddle up to 12 miles most days and live in the back country Surfaces: Very steep uneven "on and off trail" hiking with a lot of scrambling using hands for pulling and balance. Intermediate to advanced climbing or rappelling on steep rock faces and or water falls. Abundance of waves or strong Class III currents if paddling Water Exposure: Must be able to swim under supervision in Class I current with a backpack Elevation Change: up to 4,000 ft/day Altitude: up to 14,000 ft. A doctor's release may be required Equipment Used: Hiking and climbing shoes, hydration, small pack, harnesses, ropes and helmets, fall protection gear and advanced layers, PFD, advanced rope systems for climbing and rappelling
Strenuous
Very experienced with outdoor adventure and regular fitness program 5-6 times per week which includes cardiovascular and active movement training. Very committing program with no options for early egress or obstacle evasion at any point. Class Time: 10-14 hours per day Distances: Hike/ paddle 12+ miles per day on the surfaces and elevations listed below and be able to live in the back country Surfaces: Very steep uneven "on and off trail" hiking with a lot of scrambling using hands for pulling and balance. Intermediate to advanced climbing or rappelling on steep rock faces and or water falls. Abundance of waves or strong Class IV currents if paddling Elevation Change: up to 4,000 ft/day Water Exposure: Constant, deep pools, fast current swimming up to class II possibly unsupervised for brief moments. Altitude: may exceed 14,000 ft A doctor's release may be required

Adventure Details

Carribean Multisport (Activity Level - )

A visit to Old San Juan allows us to venture back to the time of pirates and colonial rule. In this spirit, we'll mix adventure with history throughout the week, immersing ourselves into the culture. There's no chance for boredom as we cover as much of the island as possible exploring canyons and caves, visiting telescopes and old forts, and seeing the hidden side of this Caribbean island.

Price: $2850

Days: 7

Dates: August 16-22, 2009

Locations: San Juan, Puerto Rico

2009 MultiSport Schedule
Gear Checklist
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DAY 1:

This is a travel day. Our group will convene in San Juan, Puerto Rico. As participants arrive, we'll head over to our hotel in the Carolina district, giving plenty of time to roam about the town and explore its beauty. A group dinner in the evening will allow us all to learn about each other and prepare for our week of adventure.

DAY 2:

After a continental breakfast which includes local fruits, we'll head out the old section of town. A visit to the impressive Fort Morro will leave us seeing pirates around every corner. After the fort, we'll head over to Old San Juan for lunch, visiting, and shopping. We'll add the day with some time on the beach, watching the sunset over the hills.

DAY 3:

First thing in the morning, we'll head out East on the island for a day of canyoneering. Our local guides will meet us for an amazing day of adventure in this warm water river. We'll zip down cables, rappel waterfalls, climb walls, and swim through this amazing location. In the afternoon, we'll be exhausted but amazed at what we've just accomplished. That evening, we'll stay at a house on the fringe of the rainforest.

DAY 4:

A more relaxing day, we'll head out after a big breakfast to visit the local rainforest - El Yunque. The "cloud forest" hosts an amazing diversity of life and it's easy to get lost among its beauty. We'll stick to the trails as we visit several ancient outposts that give us a chance to get above the treetops. In the afternoon, we'll back to our house and spend time down by the local river.

DAY 5:

It�s time to leave El Yunque behind and head back West across the island. Today we'll visit the Arecibo radio telescope - the largest radio telescope in the world. You will probably recognize it from one of the many movies filmed here, including Contact. We'll spend the better part of the day hiking and visiting this jungle location, learning about radio observing and our spot in the universe before heading to our local accommodations.

DAY 6:

Back to the adventure world today as we go caving. This adrenaline-filled day will find us rappelling through the Earth's crust into an underground river. The formations we discover on the inside will leave us awed and breathless. After a full day of exploring, we'll emerge tired and excited. That evening, we'll head for a farewell dinner in San Juan.

DAY 7:

This is a travel day. Participants will be personally driven to the airport throughout the day. Those whose flights leave in the afternoon and evening will be given additional time to shop in Old San Juan and enjoy the beauty of this island for just a little while longer.

Note on Itinerary:

This course is subject to change for numerous reasons beyond our control, including weather and climbing area conditions.

Important Information about Air Travel:

Contact Sport Chalet Adventures prior to purchasing your airline tickets to confirm the trip has the minimum number of participants required to operate. Please note that as a U.S. territory, no additional paperwork (visa, passport, etc...) is required to enter Puerto Rico. Only photo identification is necessary.

Price Includes:

Professional instruction; all meals; transportation and lodging around the island, technical canyoneering and caving equipment, and a Leave No Trace ethics card (see gear list for details).

Not Included:

Transportation from your hometown to the group meeting point; lodging before or after the course, insurance of any kind; gratuities and items of a personal nature. Note: alcoholic beverages are not allowed at the course.

Transfers:

If you require a transfer from the closest airport, just let us know and we'll arrange transportation for a small surcharge (typically $50-$100 depending on airport location).

Qualifications:

Participants must be prepared to hike 1-2 miles over uneven terrain while wearing a backpack. Participants should be comfortable with heights while clipped in to safety equipment.

Weather:

Temperatures can range from 50 - 80° F during the day to 30 - 60° F at night depending on course location and time of year. Upon registration, a seasonal and location specific gear recommendation list will be sent electronically. Participants should arrive prepared for all possibilities by following the gear recommendations. This is a base version of our to-bring list. Items may be added depending on the time of year.

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