True Adventure Sports Events Description

Rock Climbing Adventure – Cherokee Rock Village or Little River Canyon Area 4-hours

Nestled in the NE corner of Alabama are some of the best and unique sandstone cliffs in the country.  Come experience first-hand what rock climbing is all about with guides who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.  No prior climbing experience is needed. (3-person minimum) Meet at True Adventure Sports $35/person

Rock Climbing / Rappelling Adventure (Combo)– Little River Canyon Area 4-6 hours

Nestled in the NE corner of Alabama are some of the best and unique sandstone cliffs in the country.  Come experience first-hand what rock climbing and rappelling is all about with guides who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.  No prior climbing experience is needed. (3-person minimum)  Meet at True Adventure Sports  $54/person

Extreme Night Hike – Cherokee Rock Village (Sand Rock)  2.5-hours

This end-of-day adventure does not slow down just because it’s dark.  Intended for a large group team-building exercise, this hike has a bit of bouldering, some scrambling, some spelunking, and a whole lot of teamwork.  Headlamp and enthusiastic guide included. (3 person minimum) Meet at True Adventure Sports $19/person

Wild Cave Tour - Manitou Cave (Fort Payne)  2.5-hours

Go beyond where the average tourist explores! This 2.5 hr. adventure is for those of you ready to explore on your knees, on your belly, in the mud and through tight tunnels.  Explore in one of NE Alabama’s most unique all-weather caves, Manitou Cave, in the heart of Fort Payne, AL.  Adventure includes helmet, cave lamps plus a fun informative guide. (2-person minimum) Meet at True Adventure Sports  $30/person

Extended Wild Cave Tour - Manitou Cave (Fort Payne) 6-hour

Go beyond where the average tourist or explorers tour and see the areas you have been waiting for! This 6 hr. adventure is for those of you ready to explore on your knees, on your belly, in the mud and through tight tunnels for a much longer tour.  Explore in one of NE Alabama’s most unique all-weather caves, Manitou Cave, in the heart of Fort Payne, AL.  Adventure includes helmet, cave lamps, and a fun informative guide.  (3-person minimum) Meet at True Adventure Sports  $65/person

Zip Line Adventure –North East Alabama 3-4 hours

This is an adventure of a lifetime. All our zip lines are set up just before the adventure to ford a gorge or cross from one high point to another.  Pre-registration required at True Adventure Sports by 6 pm the day before the adventure Call TAS for details.  (11-person minimum) Meet at True Adventure Sports  $45/person

Extreme Wild Cave Tour - Manitou Cave (Fort Payne) 3.5-hour

Go beyond where the average tourist or explorers tour and see the areas you have been waiting for! This 3.5 hr. adventure is for those of you ready to explore on your knees, on your belly, in the mud and through tight tunnels for a much longer tour.  Rappel into a dark tunnel for an amazing adventure. Explore in one of NE Alabama’s most unique all-weather caves, Manitou Cave, in the heart of Fort Payne, AL.  Adventure includes helmet, cave lamps, and a fun informative guide.  (3-person minimum) Meet at True Adventure Sports  $65/person

Evening Lake Tour - Weiss Lake 2.5-hours

Come explore the banks of Weiss Lake in a guided twilight canoe/kayak tour.  See 200ft cliffs converge at the pristine Yellow Creek Falls and take a dip into the clean clear waters of Weiss Lake.  No prior experience needed. (3-person minimum) Meet at True Adventure Sports  $33/person

Orienteering Class - True Adventure Sports 3-hours

Basic yet essential skills for survival navigation are brought to you in map reading, compass reading, and topography.  Bring your own compass or you may purchase one at our store. (3-person minimum) Meet at T.A.S. Training Center $25/person

Orienteering Class level II - True Adventure Sports 6-hours

Learn essential skills for survival by navigating with whatever is available such as a map, compass, stars, GPS, trees, wildlife, sundial, topography, and even an emergency homemade compass.  Bring your own compass or you may purchase or rent one at our store.  (3-person minimum)  Meet at T.A.S. Training Center $45/person. 

Knot Class & Application – True Adventure Sports 2-hours

Introduction and instruction to essential knots and their application for camping, rappelling, rock climbing, outdoors survival, and other applications. $20/person (3-person minimum) Meet at T.A.S. Training Center.

Overnight Camping Skills Class – TAS Campsites

Most needed camping skills are brought to you as well as advanced skills such as how to find dry fuels, how to build a fire without smoke, how to start a fire without matches or flint, lean to construction, and safety barriers.  Contact True Adventure Sports to see what gear you need to bring.  $25/person  (3-person minimum) Meet at T.A.S. Training Center

Celestial navigation-TAS Camp Sites 2-hours

This two-hour class is a basic introduction to navigation by the stars. Learn how to navigate without the use of a compass or GPS with the same rules used for almost six thousand years. (3-person minimum) Meet at T.A.S. Training Center  $20/person

GPS Training and Navigation Class Part 1 – True Adventure Sports 4 to 5-hours

Learn how to use a map, compass, and a handheld GPS. Learn basic navigation and how to pinpoint a location for quick return, or quick rescue. Also learn how to search by waypoints or coordinates. Note: Compass and handheld GPS is required. (3-person minimum) Meet at T.A.S. Training Center $45/person

GPS Basics Training Class Part 2  - True Adventure Sports 3-hours

Learn how to quickly apply navigation skills learned in part 1. You will learn to find a beacon placed in the woods as a SAR attempt while knowing your position, and the position of your teammates.  Note: Compass and handheld GPS is required. (3-person minimum) Meet at T.A.S. Training Center $40/person

Note: Arrive 30 min. before all navigation classes to check in.  Compass, and Handheld GPS is available for sale or for rent at our store.

Cold Weather Survival Training Level 1 – T. A. S. Training Center 3-hours

Learn how to survive in cold harsh conditions.  Learn tips to prevent hypothermia and death.  This class covers the basics for emergency cold weather conditions and also covers a few tips on how to stay warm and comfortable for everyday cold conditions.  (3-person minimum) Meet at T.A.S. Training Center $35/person 

Note:  This class only covers the basics.  If you would like the full class, contact TAS.

Outdoor Survival Class Level 1 – True Adventure Sports 4-hours

You can learn how to find and purify water, build shelters, set snares to catch food, build a fire without matches, find edible plants and bugs, and find and make outdoor remedies.  With these skills you can survive the outdoors without even the “basic essentials.” (3-person minimum) Meet at T.A.S. Training Center $45/person

Practical Ingenuity School-Think Outside The Box  2-hours
This class is open to the public and will be taught by different people at different times. The object of the class is to help each of us to use our mind to think of other solutions (if the known one is not available) to any given problem(s) from mechanical to business and everything in between. This will help all of us as we learn how to apply this skill to our life and our jobs. Please call or email our office if you wish to sign up for this class, and remember it is free admission.  Bring a note pad and pen.  (3-person minimum) Meet at T.A.S. Training Center THIS IS A FREE CLASS.

High Adventure Trip-North East Alabama 3-day

This three-day adventure starts with a rappelling adventure near Little River Canyon we will break for lunch then experience rock climbing on Lookout Mountain. The next day we will start with a wild cave tour in Manitou Cave exploring beautiful formations and search for wild life in the underground. We will take a break and then meet that evening for an extreme night hike at Cherokee Rock Village where we will explore sandstone mazes with the use of teamwork. The next day we will meet for a relaxing canoe trip on The Little River. (3-person minimum) Meet at True Adventure Sports $137/Person 

Bouldering Adventure – Atop Lookout Mountain 4-hours

Come experience first-hand what bouldering is all about with guides who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction. We will climb on some of the best boulders atop Lookout Mountain. No prior climbing or bouldering experience is needed.  (3-person minimum) Meet at True Adventure Sports. $27/person

Scenic Moped Tours-Atop Lookout Mountain 6-hours

This tour includes a moped rental for you and a guide with a moped to lead you on many breathtaking rides that will make several stops such as; scenic overlooks, tourist shops, antique stores, nature walks, a café for lunch, water falls, and art galleries. $85/Person add $15 for 2^nd rider. (3-person minimum) Meet at True Adventure Sports Moped and gas included.

Treasure Hunt Adventure-Manitou Cave 5-hrs

Do you enjoy trying to solve riddles and clues?  Ever wanted to find buried treasure?  Up for new & exciting challenges?  Then our Cave Treasure Hunt is for you.  This 5-hour adventure will take you deep into the heart of Manitou Cave.  You will have to solve and follow each clue in order to find the next one, and ultimately the Treasure!  Are you up for the challenge? (3-person minimum) Meet at True Adventure Sports $65/person

One-Day Treasure Hunt-Northeast Alabama 7 to 9-hour

Have you ever wanted to step outside the box and search for clues that could be hidden under any obstacle or around any turn?  If so, our one-day Treasure Hunt is for you. This adventure not only takes physical ability but intelligence as well.  This 7 to 9-hour adventure will take you to many locations on or near Lookout Mountain.  You will have to solve and follow each clue in order to find the next one, and ultimately the Treasure!  Are you up for the challenge?  (3-person minimum) Meet at True Adventure Sports $85/person

Mountain Bike Tour 3-hour

This tour explores some beautiful trails and paths atop Lookout Mountain or Sand Mountain. Come have an enjoyable ride without the fear of getting lost. This three-hour tour includes a mountain bike rental, instruction, and a guide for safety, direction, and information. (3-person minimum) Meet at True Adventure Sports $65/Person

Poisonous Plants of Alabama-Little River Canyon Area 2-hour

This class is a brief overview of many poisonous plants in Alabama. There are many types of poisonous plants, learn how to spot them and what to do if you are affected by them. Also learn the vital role they play in our wilderness. Meet at T.A.S. Training Center THIS IS A FREE CLASS

Hypothermia Class-Little River Canyon Area 3-hour

This three-hour class teaches the extreme dangers and how to treat hypothermia. Learn how quick hypothermia can set in and the signs indicating it is setting in. Also learn steps to prevent hypothermia and how to combat it. Meet at T.A.S. Training Center $30/Person

Extreme Race-North East Alabama 2-day

This two-day race experiences high adventure while in search for the next clue to lead you to the finish line. This race will lead each group in a different direction of high adventure, shopping, lodging, dinning out, and exploring while leading each group to the finish line. You will be allotted funds to cover each expense required to make it to the end. A prize will be presented to the winner. (4-person minimum) Meet at True Adventure Sports Base price $395/person. Note: Food, lodging, and transportation will be provided.

Rappelling Certification Class – True Adventure Sports – 8-hour class

This class covers rappelling basics indoor and basics outdoor.  The basics indoor class teaches you about rappelling safety/rappelling gear and its application, rappelling knots and application, and rigging points needed for rappelling.  The basics outdoor class reviews safety procedures, knots, gear, and rigging points; then you learn how to safely rappel and do several rappels before returning to the store for the rappelling test and knot exam.  Total indoor and outdoor cost $145/person.  (3-person minimum) Meet at T.A.S. Training Center Note:  You will receive a class 1 rappelling card upon successful completion of this class and exams.

Advanced Rappelling Class- True Adventure Sports – 8-hour class

This class reviews rappelling basics then teaches advanced rappelling. Learn special rigging, mechanical advantage, ascending and rope walking, alternate rappel devices, changeovers, advanced knots, safety procedures, special gear, and backup belaying.  You will also do several rappels and a change over before returning to the store for the rappelling test and knot exam. (3-person minimum) Meet at T.A.S. Training Center $125/person 
Note:  You will receive a class 2 rappelling card upon successful completion of this class and exams.

Rescue Rappelling Class- True Adventure Sports – 8-hour class

This class reviews advanced rappelling then teaches you rescue rappelling. Learn rescue rigging, rescue hauls, rescue rappel devices, rescue knots, safety procedures and protocols, rescue gear, and emergency belaying.  You will also do several rappels, emergency changeovers, and staged rescues before returning to the store for the rappelling test and knot exam. (3-person minimum) Meet at T.A.S. Training Center $145/person

Tactical Rappelling- 8-hour class

This class reviews rappelling basics, advanced rappelling and teaches tactical rappelling with silent entry inverted rappels, australian rappels, and fast rope before returning to the store for the rappelling test and knot exam. To take the Tactical Rappelling Class you are required to have taken Level 1,2, and 3 rappelling certification classes, and be a valid holder of a level three rappelling certification card and also have a valid law enforcement commission. (3-person minimum) Meet at T.A.S. Training Center $185.00/person

Rappel Master Certification Class- True Adventure Sports - 60-hour class

This class reviews rappelling basics, advanced rappelling, rescue rappelling, and tactical rappelling then covers instructor level rappel procedures. Learn each rigging type, advanced rescue hauls, alternate knots, the role of a rappel master, their protocols, additional gear, and instructor belaying.  You will also do several instructor rappels, instructor level changeovers, staged rescues, silent entry inverted rappels, australian rappels, and fast rope before returning to the store for the rappelling test and knot exam.  (3-person minimum) Meet at T.A.S. Training Center $385/person 

Note:  You will receive a rappel master card upon successful completion of this class and exams. To take the Rappel Master Class you are required to have taken the level 1, and 2 classes and be a valid holder of a level two rappelling certification card. Level 3, Work, and Tactical Basic are included in this class.

Work Rappelling- 8-hour class

NOTE: To take the Work Rappelling Class you are required to have taken the Level 1 certification class and be a valid holder of a level one rappelling certification card. Six-person minimum-- Three-person minimum if level one is taken at the same time.  Meet at T.A.S. Training Center $249.00/person

Advanced Rigging Class - 8 hour

This class covers basic to advanced level knots and rigging.  The goal of this class is to learn how to use gear to safely rig for any job, weather with rope, webbing, cable, or other rigging gear.  This class covers knots and application for hauling, rappelling, rock climbing, ascending, securing objects, setting safe boundaries, or lowering loads.  You will learn the rigging points needed and what can be used for rigging.  Learn special rigging with mechanical advantage, advanced knots, special gear, and backup or emergency belaying. This class reviews safety procedures and protocols for the rigging world. (3-person minimum) Meet at T.A.S. Training Center $135.00/person 

Survivor Adventure-North East Alabama 48-hour

This 48-hour adventure teaches and tests your skills to survive in the outdoors. You will learn how to live and eat well even in tough conditions. We will need to find water, build a shelter, find food, build a fire, set safety barriers, signal for help, navigate, and most importantly stay alive. All you will be allowed to bring is the clothes on your back. This is a safe way for you to test yourself for an extreme circumstance. The instructor will have the means to call for help if needed.  Meet at True Adventure Sports $115/person

Wild Animals of Alabama-Little River Canyon Area 3-hours

This three-hour class covers many wild animals in Alabama. Some classes have sample live wild animals for display to learn about them up close. Learn which wild animals are dangerous and how to avoid them when in the outdoors. Also learn the vital role they play in our Alabama wilderness areas. Meet at T.A.S. Training Center THIS IS A FREE CLASS

Survival Class -North East Alabama 24-hour

This 24-hour class teaches and tests your skills to survive in the outdoors. You will learn how to live and eat well even in tough conditions. You will be taught to find water, build a shelter, find food, build a fire, set safety barriers, signal for help, navigate, and most importantly stay alive. All you will be allowed to bring is the clothes on your back. This is a safe way for you to test yourself for an extreme circumstance. The instructor will have the means to call for help if needed.  Meet at True Adventure Sports $99/person

Survival Class/Adventure-North East Alabama 48-hours

This 48-hour class/adventure teaches and tests your skills to survive in the outdoors. You will learn how to live and eat well even in tough conditions. You will need to find water, build a shelter, find food, build a fire, set safety barriers, signal for help, navigate, and most importantly stay alive. All you will be allowed to bring is the clothes on your back. This is a safe way for you to test yourself for an extreme circumstance. The instructor will have the means to call for help if needed. Meet at True Adventure Sports $165/person

Basics Climbing Class Intro  6-hours

This class starts at the basics of rock climbing utilizing a top rope set up. No prior experience is necessary as this class will teach you the basic set up for safety, gear, and rigging.  You will learn about holds, routs, belaying, belay commands, and emergency procedures. This class starts indoors and then moves outdoors for several actual climbs. Meet at True Adventure Sports $85 includes all gear needed.

Lead & Holds Climbing Class 8-hours

This class will review basic climbing techniques while teaching you anchor-building techniques, advanced rope management, belay systems, climbing techniques, rappelling and basic emergency rescue. You will learn terminology and protocols for standard climbing and belaying. You will also learn to lead and clean routs on several climbs.

Meet at True Adventure Sports $125 personal gear and previous experience belaying & climbing required.

Trad & Anchors Climbing Class 9-hours

This class reviews basic climbing and lead climbing, while teaching you other climbing types such as crack climbing, lead climbing routs without preset anchors, climbing non designated routs, and the use of specialized gear. You will also learn to how to set safety anchors with various different methods. This class will require many different climbs. Meet at True Adventure Sports $135 personal gear and previous experience belaying & climbing required.  

Multi-Pitch Lead Climbing Class 9-hours

This class will review basic, lead and trad climbing while teaching you the method of leading routs longer than a standard rout. You will learn how to safely pitch off and belay other climbers to your position for continued climbing. You will learn advanced anchors, knots, and rigging for multi-pitch belaying and climbing. You will also learn multi-pitch rappelling for long descents with shorter ropes. This class will require several climbs.

Meet at True Adventure Sports $145 personal gear and previous experience belaying & climbing required.

Rescue Climbing Class 12-hours

This class will review climbing basics, lead, trad, and multi-pitch climbing while teaching you the required safety procedures of rescue climbing. Learn rescue rigging, rescue hauls, rescue rappel, rescue knots, safety procedures, and emergency belaying.  You will learn the rigging points needed and what can be used for rigging.  Learn special rigging with mechanical advantage, advanced knots, special gear, lowering or hauling loads, and backup or emergency belaying. This class will require practical training. Meet at True Adventure Sports $225 personal gear and previous experience belaying & climbing required.

Bouldering Class 6-hours

This class starts at the basics of bouldering with a crash mat. No prior experience is necessary, as this class will teach you the basic techniques for safety, gear, and aproach.  You will learn about holds, routes, and emergency procedures. This class starts indoors and then moves outdoors for several actual climbs. $85 includes all gear needed. Meet at True Adventure Sports

Outdoor Laser Tag-Lookout Mountain

This activity is fun and challenging while much safer than paint ball. You can play solo or with a team and try to rescue the staged victim in a jungle appearing environment under armed guard. (3-person minimum) Meet at True Adventure Sports  $15/person

Backpacking Trip Highlands (North Carolina) 2 day 1 night

This backpacking trip leaves our store at 6am the first day and returns at 10pm on the following night. Our travel/drive time is 3.5 to 4 hours to Highlands/Cashiers area in NC. The trail is a 6.5-mile intro trail but will be spaced out with many adventures along the way. We will spend one night on the trail before getting to the hike out point. We will also be teaching many survival skills on the trail. (8 person Minimum) Meet at True Adventure Sports $85/person plus $15 each if you need transportation - Rental gear is available at our store.

For more info contact:

True Adventure Sports

256.997.9577 (store) or 423.653.8804 (cell)

www.trueadventuresports.com

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