The 4-H Ropes Course is an educational challenge course funded by a grant for 4-H youth development. While our primary focus is on positive youth development in our community, we also regularly work with adult groups.

You do not have to be a 4-H member / group to participate in these programs. We are a resource for the community, using 4-H's positive youth development model. 

While fun is a significant priority, our emphasis is on learning and personal/group growth in every program. We focus on developing crucial life skills such as leadership, communication, trust, and teamwork. Please keep this in mind when booking with us, so we can help you achieve both your fun and learning goals.

To book a group of your own, email George at gestefanakis@arizona.edu

We offer a variety of program types to suit your group’s needs! See some program offerings below, and please reach out if you'd like to customize a program to something you don't see here. 

Can I request a custom program? 

Yes! We offer custom programs tailored to meet your group’s requests. Please include any special requests you may have during the booking process so we can do our best to accommodate you. This may include requests for particular types of activities such as “finales” like the Leap of Faith or the Giant Swing. Please bear in mind that staff or time constraints may affect our ability to meet them. Custom program requests could include “we just want to do activities on the ground and then a finale,” or “we want to do no teambuilding challenges on the ground, and just want to climb your regular climbs the whole time.” 

How does climbing safety work?

We use a belay team system at our ropes course. This means that multiple group members are supporting one person as they climb. Staff trains group members on how to perform all of the safety roles. Groups with younger participants (e.g., under 12 years old) will be asked to bring along adult volunteers who can help with the climbing safety. Staff are present and monitoring climbs, and will intervene whenever necessary or helpful.

What forms of payment do you accept/how does payment work?

You can opt to bring payment with you on the date of the event. We accept check, card, or cash payments. You can also choose to mail a check or call to pay with a card over the phone if you prefer to pay in advance. We will send you an invoice after the program details (i.e., number of participants, timeframe, etc.) have been coordinated. If you require a use of a purchase order, we are able to accommodate you. 

How do we get there?

Use this address in navigation apps: 2201 E Roger Rd. Park at the dirt lot near the windmill at that address or the overflow lot across the street from it. Then walk on the brick path through the gate east of the building, where the ropes course will be visible a few hundred yards away and our staff will be waiting for you.

What should I bring/how to prepare for my trip to the ropes course?

• Close-toed shoes are required, and hats and sunglasses are highly recommended (you’ll be looking up toward the sun at times)
• Please wear clothing you are fine getting dirty and scuffed; if your program involves climbing, you’ll be climbing elements made of wood and metal.
  • Short shorts are not recommended, as they can make wearing a harness uncomfortable. 
• If you have long hair, bring a hair tie and keep it back in a low neat bun, braid, or ponytail, if possible (to allow for wearing a climbing helmet). 
• Dangly jewelry and chewing gum are not allowed during activities (injury/choking hazards). 

Please also bring completed assumption of risk and health forms (we will email these two you once you book) for all members of your group. 

• Every blank section should have at least a dash or "N/A" on it even if you are intentionally leaving it blank

Finally, be ready to engage in the activities and have fun! 

Do you have drinking water available?

We have coolers of water on the course! Please bring a reusable water bottle to refill so that we can reduce waste from cups. 

Can we bring lunch or have it delivered?

Yes! Please include information about lunch breaks in your inquiry so we can plan for it.

Is there a weight limit to go on the ropes course?

The weight limit for climbers is 285 lbs. 

Is there an age restriction?

There is no age restriction to engage in course activities. Please let us know the ages of your group members so that we can plan accordingly.

 Are there any health conditions that can prevent me from participating in ropes course activities?

If you have any health conditions that you feel could impede your ability to participate in course activities, please note this on the Health Statement form and let staff know so that we can accommodate you as much as possible.