SUMC - Swansea University Mountaineering Club

Are you curious about climbing, or considering joining a club to get more experience? We welcome all new members, whether you're a complete beginner or have climbed all your life. Have a look at our about us and FAQ sections to discover who we are and find out how to join, or send us an email if you'd like to find out more.

If you're new to climbing then take a look in our resources section for tips and advice or motivate yourself by browsing our climbing gallery. You can also talk to other members of the club in crag chat (our forum).

Existing members - whether you're a beginner or climb E11 - tell us your views or tips on the top crags to visit, or write a climbing feature about your experiences. Don't forget to visit the events page and our forum for regular event updates and local knowledge about the places to go. We're always open to contributors from all fields so whether you climb all the time, want to learn or just enjoy the lifestyle - let us know.

Hello,
its coming up that time of year, when the club holds its AGM. This will take place on Tuesday 27th April on campus, which is the second week back after Easter, and all active club members are encouraged to attend. In case you've not been to one before, the AGM is where the club votes for the committee for the next academic year, and also where important decisions (such as as changes to the constitution, and changing committee positions) are made. Its also where you get a chance to voice your opinions on the club.

The committee positions are detailed in a thread in the 'General Discussion' section, and anyone can go for a position (any specific requirements are listed). Active club members are strongly encouraged to run for positions, as its a great way to get more involved with the club, and to push it in the direction you want. It also looks good on your CV after uni... Most imoprtantly, unless dedicated people run for the committee, there won't be an active mountaineering club next year, as it needs people to organise it!

If you're considering going for a position, now is the time to talk to the current person to find out more. Expect plenty of pestering over the coming weeks.

Also, please have a look at the club constitution. If you wish to suggest any changes, these need to be given to the secretary at least a week before the AGM. The club will then vote on the suggestions at the AGM. Most likely changes will relate to committee positions.

Kind regards
Tom

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Yesterday a group of us headed down to Three Cliffs bay for the first outdoor trip of the new year. We set off from uni just after 9. After arriving at the car park and the snow ball fights which had to be had we eventually got round to climbing mid-morning. The weather was fantasic, so good that shorts and t-shirts we're actually worn by some. Most of us stuck to the easy stuff and had a nice relaxing day of climbing perfect to get us back into it after the christmas break. We left around 3 as the sea started getting a little too close and after driving back we ended the day with a well deserved meal in the pub on the pond. A big thanks to all those who came, and to those who drove everyone there.

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Hope the exams went/are going well and you are all ready to start climbing again next week.

Regular sessions start again on Monday 25th January, don't forget to sign up.

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