new to Korea

[Rams3s]

Hey every one. I'm about to head on over to Korea will be there in October. Going to Osan AFB. Just looking for some ideas on where to head on out to when I first get there. If any one could reply with some ideas i would greatly be appreciative.
thanks
Is Insu Bong pretty much the only one?

[mendres]

I'm stationed at Camp Humphreys, about 20 minutes from Osan, and am looking for a partner(s). What's your background and what are your interests? Mike

[kqaw]

Hi I'm going to be station in Kunsan AB in January and am intrested in trying rock climbing. Let me know if you guys are intrested in taking on a beginner as a partnet.

[Rams3s]

I am still a newbie. But I am more of a Trad and solo climber. I've never had any real teaching or anything just got into climbing as an adventurous kid. Saved up money bought ropes and bolts and stuff and just climbed.
Kqaw I am more than interested in taking in some one to teach what little i know.

[Eric]

Welcome to the site, everyone!

Here is a link (http://www.koreaontherocks.com/search.php?type=1&area_province=1) to some of the climbs in and around Seoul. There is a ton of climbing, especially trad climbing, near where you guys are.

Some places not mentioned in that link are Dobongsan and Ulsan Bawi. Don't forget Gangwon-Do (http://www.koreaontherocks.com/search.php?type=1&area_name=&area_city=&area_province=2&area_rating=&area_style=). It's not to far from Seoul and lots of sport and mixed climbing.

later
eric

[mendres]

Are you in Korea now? I'd like to try and get out this fall as the weather becomes more comfortable, the humidity is worse than N Carolina! My focus tends towards a safe attitude above all else, always preferring to return another day if that's what's called for. I enjoy climbing at any level I'm capable of, which isn't terribly high if your chasing numbers but I can certainly belay and jug a line. I've taught climbing in the past in Washington, Colorado and Alaska. I also work as a photographer and am interested in shooting climbing, the Korean countyrside & culture, etc. Let me know if this interests you and if you'd like to meet sometime for an outing, possibly in Seoul? I'm not sure where your located at. Thanx, Mike

[mendres]

Sure, Just stay in touch. My regular e-mail is mendres@alaska.com for more direct contact. Mike

[antepater]

Hey mendres,
I am back from surgury and the weather has taken a turn for the better. I am looking to head out on weekends and currently have a car so Sat trips will be in the mix come the first of the month I'll start posting partner dates like I have done in the past. love your sight great photos, looks like we might have some hobbies in common. I've been climbin long enough not to be dead and plan to stay that way. Peace. Tomas

[mendres]

Tomas, Thanx for the reply. I'll be in China over the Labor Day weekend but after that I'd be interested in getting together and doing something. sounds like the Seoul area is the most accessible and would offer alternatives should the weather go sour. I'm pretty much off every weekend. Where are you located? Mike

[antepater]

Hey Men..,
I'm in Daegu and a friend of mine is in Taejon so we are basically in the middle he just got back from Canada. I'll be in China during Chu-sok but there will be plenty of weekends until then. I'll put somethign in the mix soon Peace. all my info is under the member section if you have any questions. Adios

[Rams3s]

I am not in Korea right now. I will be arriving on the 5th of Oct. in Osan. I need about 2 weeks to inprocess but the end of Oct. I will be game to climb. I would love to learn some from you mendres.

[climbergrrl]

Hey there,

Just thought you might like to know that there is an indoor bouldering gym in Osan. It's pretty small, but the people there are nice, although I don't think any of them really speak english. It might be worth checking out when you're itching to climb, especially during those cold winter days!

Cheers,
Heidi

[kqaw]

Hey my email is kelli.stokes@krab.aorcentaf.af.mil (sorry its the only email I have right now) Shoot me an email if you get a chance.

Kelli