2009 Competition Information
If you are interested in competing in 2009, please review the Competition Document. There you will find information on the competition rules, regulations, judging criteria and logistics. Also included is information on the starting order for the preliminary rounds.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS INFO IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
Starting in 2009 the Ouray Ice Festival climbing competition will no longer include a preliminary round. The entire competition will be held on Saturday January 10. If you are interested in participating, please download the competition application form.
Applications are due on, or before, DECEMBER 1, 2008. Applications received after that date will not be considered. Notification will be provided to you on December 14, 2008, as your acceptance.
This years competition route will be held under the Upper Bridge. The route will have colored quickdraws and signs posted identifying it as the official competition route. Avoid climbing in this areas so you can avoid being disqualified!
Maps and information about the Upper and Lower bridges can be found at the Ouray Ice Park Website.
The competition will again be leash-less and spur-less, and is open to any member of the Ouray Ice Park.
If you are not already a member, go to
http://www.ourayicepark.com/membership.php. Competitor applicants must be members and will be selected for the
competition based upon their qualifications and experience by the Ouray Ice Park board of directors.
