Seven Scouts and four leaders from Monmouth Troop 654 climbed to new heights literally as they challenged themselves March 19 at EVO Rock and Fitness’ climbing walls in Portland.
Scouts reviewed safety requirements and lessons on climbing basics before donning the climbing harness and heading up one of several walls each with varying degrees of difficulty, according to a news release from Chuck Mahaleris, district chairman for the Kennebec Valley District of Scouting.
EVO staff provided supervision and ensured the event was carried out appropriately.
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