November 23rd 2024
FC Rebolting at Ponte Brolla

On 23 November 2024, in Ponte Brolla, Guide Alpine Ticino (GAT) organised a continuing education day for mountain guides and climbing instructors, as part of the mandatory training required to renew the authorisation to carry out risk activities. We chose to dedicate this day to a particularly practical and important topic for those who live the world of climbing every day: the re-bolting and maintenance of sport climbing routes. The training took place in collaboration with Rebolting, the association that coordinates and supports this important work across Switzerland through equipment, expertise and shared guidelines.

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Mountain guides and climbing instructors from Ticino took part, as well as some mountain guides from German-speaking Switzerland, creating a great opportunity for exchange and discussion among professionals. In the field, we were able to work hands-on on several routes in the “Rovine del Castelliere” sector, contributing to their maintenance.

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For us at Guide Alpine Ticino, it is important that continuing education does not remain merely theoretical, but translates into concrete action for the benefit of our region and the whole climbing community. Mountain guides and climbing instructors are the best-qualified people to deal with these matters, and they can make an important contribution to the quality and safety of our crags. Collaboration and networking among professionals allow us to share experience and expertise and, at the same time, to look after a heritage that everyone can enjoy and appreciate.

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Happy climbing to all, and have fun on the classic walls of Ponte Brolla!