Gym to Crag Transition.

If the colorful holds at your local climbing gym have sparked dreams of scaling majestic natural formations, Mt. Sol Adventures' Gym-to-Crag Course offers the perfect pathway to transform those aspirations into reality. Thoughtfully crafted for indoor enthusiasts ready to embrace the great outdoors, this comprehensive two-day experience gently guides you through the exciting transition to natural rock climbing. Under expert instruction, you'll master essential outdoor techniques—from anchor systems and lead belaying to environmental stewardship and crag etiquette—while applying your indoor skills in breathtaking natural settings that inspire both confidence and wonder.

Client to guide ratio for 2 days. Price per person.

  • 4:1 - $400 - you and three friends

  • 3:1 - $450 - you and two friends

  • 2:1 - $800 - besties

  • 1:1 - $1200 - one on one insturction

Explore new heights.

Itinerary for your trip.

Day 1

Climbing Systems at Mount Erie

We’ll kick off the course at Mount Erie, focusing on the essential systems used in outdoor climbing. You’ll learn how to properly set up ropes, manage gear, and add layers of security in a real-world environment. As we work through these skills, you’ll also get hands-on climbing time to apply what you’re learning in the field.

Day 2

Day 2: Outdoor Climbing Movement

We’ll return to Mount Erie to build on the systems from Day 1, setting up climbs and focusing on movement techniques. You’ll explore different styles of outdoor climbing while learning how to adapt your gym skills to real rock—refining footwork, body positioning, and route reading on natural terrain.

Trip Details.

  • Ratio

    2-4 guest per guide

  • Season

    April - October

  • Duration

    2 days

  • Skill Level

    Begineer+

  • Program Rates - Client to Guide Ratio

    4:1 - $400 - you and three friends

    3:1 - $450 - you and two friends

    2:1 - $800 - besties

    1:1 - $1200 - one on one insturction

  • Gear List

    Rock climbing gear - list sent via email at sign up

Climb with us at Mtn Sol

  • "the gym to crag course bridges indoor climbing skills to outdoor techniques with fun instructors, and hands-on experience that leaves participants confident and capable on real rock."

    - Joel W

  • "transformed my climbing journey through personalized instruction that demystified outdoor climbing while emphasizing environmental stewardship and ethical crag practices."

    - Alexander H.

  • "From anchor building to route assessment, Mt. Sol Adventures delivers an immersive outdoor climbing education that condenses years of trial-and-error learning into a single confidence-building weekend."

    - Amelia P.

  • Our instructors seamlessly guide us through the transition from plastic holds to natural features, cultivating not just technical skills but a profound appreciation for the mental aspects of outdoor climbing."

    - Theo D.