Join REI at the historic Steelworkers Park to learn from our climbing guides about the effort to re-purpose this old slag site into an outdoor recreation opportunity for Chicago's southeast side! Edged by remnant elements of the steel industry, you will have the opportunity to rock climb on most notably a series of enormous concrete ore walls. We'll focus on building the skills you need to continue your climbing journey, including proper belay techniques to keep your fellow climbers protected while they're off the ground. We'll cover necessary knots and give you a chance to practice basic climbing techniques with personalized instruction along the way.