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We're Climbing a Wall No One Has Ever Climbed Before | Rock Climbing on Newfoundland's South Coast
31 July 2026 · 30 min · 9K views · Sandy Point, Newfoundland
What this video covers
Steve and Robin, crew of the sailboat *Arabella*, establish a base camp near a remote, unexplored rock wall on the south coast of Newfoundland, near Francois. To access the site, they anchor *Arabella* behind Sandy Point, utilising a dinghy outhaul system to secure their tender, *Victoria*, against tidal changes.▶ 2:32 The approach involves a 3.5-mile hike through rugged, boggy terrain, requiring multiple trips to shuttle heavy climbing gear and camping supplies.▶ 0:24 They mitigate wind exposure by building a rock windbreak on a granite slab, avoiding damage to the local vegetation.▶ 10:27 The team faces significant logistical challenges, including a lack of local information, persistent black flies, and the presence of bears.▶ 7:22 After scouting the face and establishing static lines, they begin climbing moderate routes, noting that higher sections may require bolting for protection.▶ 27:28 Separately, Steve modifies the *Victoria* transom to improve stability when stowed on the boat's housetop.▶ 15:14
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