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Text Box: Inclined Ramp Universal Catwalk Flying Squirrel Centipede Giant's Ladder Pirate's Crossing Two-Line Bridge   Text Box: Burma Bridge Inclined Log High Wild Woozey Pamper Pole Catwalk High Multi-Vine Zip Line Text Box: What is the High Ropes Course and High Ropes Elements? A high ropes course is a series of group and individual activities set from 40 to 65 feet off of the ground using cables, ropes, pulleys and bolts attached to trees. High ropes elements require a specific set of safety equipment and skills that all participants must obtain. Using something called Belaying, participants on the ground keep participants in the air safe. Because the environment is safe and controlled, participants are able to take healthy risks and push themselves to their physical and emotional point where dramatic growth can occur. People who participate in a high ropes course program often find that their self-esteem is increased and that they have become more aware of their strengths and limitations. By giving individuals this interactive, hands-on (experiential) activity, they are able to apply abstract philosophies and skill sets to a concrete task in a fun, safe, non-competitive atmosphere. With the assistance of a highly trained facilitator, individuals can learn valuable character-building lessons that they can carry with them their entire lives.  Moreover, high ropes programs give participants the opportunity to build relationships with their peers (you learn to really trust people when they are the ones keeping you safe from 50 feet below you!) and extremely valuable group skills such as trust, trustworthiness, support and encouragement are developed. For many, many people, a high ropes program can be a positive, life-changing experience. For more information on experiential education and the ropes course philosophy, please visit our Links page. What High Ropes Elements does the RRC have? We currently have the following elements:         Where can I see pictures of the Elements?                                                                                   Go to our Photo Album section under  High Ropes Elements section to see some photos. What are the risks involved in participating in a High Ropes Course activity?                     Currently under construction! Return later for the answer. Text Box: © Cari-Ann Yarmus 2002-2004

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