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Who can rappel?
Individuals must be 18 years
old or over and weigh between 110-300 pounds. (Valid Photo ID will be required on event day before you rappel.)
What are the fees to participate?
To rappel, there is a $75 registration fee plus a $500
pledge minimum for students and a $1000 pledge minimum for
non-students. Read more about
your fundraising commitment
here. (No refunds or
substitutions)
Is it safe?
This event is being produced by Over the Edge, a
fully insured professional rappelling organization that has worked with
various non-profit groups throughout North America to help raise money
for their cause. The equipment, practices, and procedures used are
approved by Federal and State OSHA, Workers Compensation, and Industrial
Rope Access Trade Association. (Read more about Over the Edge
here.)
I don't have any rappelling experience - is that okay?
You do not need prior rappelling experience to participate.
Each participant will receive onsite training the day of the
event. RHAMC will be in contact with all participants in the weeks leading up to the
event to answer any questions.
Why should I rappel?
Monies raised benefits both RHAMC and S.T.A.R.
Respiratory Health
Association of Metropolitan Chicago (RHAMC) needs your help to continue
our mission to promote healthy lungs and fight lung disease through
research, advocacy and education. (Read more about RHAMC
here.) A portion of the proceeds
will benefit S.T.A.R. via a grant from RHAMC and must be used for
charitable purposes such as scholarships and educational programming.
(Read more about S.T.A.R.
here.)
How long will it take me?
Allow about two hours for the complete experience
from check-in to check-out. (Your rappel time will be provided to you by
RHAMC a week before the event.)
Can my family come up on the rooftop with me?
Only RHAMC and OTE staff are allowed on the roof
during your rappel. One guest will be allowed to come into Illini
Tower with each participant for the check-in process. All other
guests are welcome to view participants rappelling from the street.
Will photos be taken during the event?
Yes, more information coming soon.
Where should I park for the event?
Parking information coming soon. |
