True Adventure Sports Events Description

Note: you may join on one of these adventures, or you may plan your own with us even on the same dates.

Rappelling Adventure – Little River Canyon Area

Come experience the thrill of rappelling down the sheer sandstone gems of NE Alabama.  No previous experience necessary.  Each trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.  Meet at True Adventure Sports. $37/person

Extreme Night Hike – Cherokee Rock Village (Sand Rock). 

This end-of-day adventure does not slow down just because it’s dark.  Intended for a large group team-building exercise, this hike has a bit of bouldering, some scrambling, some spelunking, and a whole lot of teamwork.  Headlamp and enthusiastic guide included. Meet at True Adventure Sports. $19/person

Rock Climbing Adventure – Cherokee Rock Village or Little River Canyon Area

Nestled in the NE corner of Alabama are some of the best and unique sandstone cliffs in the country.  Come experience first-hand what rock climbing is all about with guides who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.  No prior climbing experience is needed.  Meet at True Adventure Sports. $35/person

Wild Cave Tour - Manitou Cave (Fort Payne). 

Go beyond where the average tourist explores! This 2.5 hr. adventure is for those of you ready to explore on your knees, on your belly, in the mud and through tight tunnels.  Explore in one of NE Alabama’s most unique all-weather caves, Manitou Cave, in the heart of Fort Payne, AL.  Adventure includes helmet, cave lamps plus a fun informative guide.  Meet at True Adventure Sports.  $30/person

Rock Climbing / Rappelling Adventure (Combo)– Little River Canyon Area

Nestled in the NE corner of Alabama are some of the best and unique sandstone cliffs in the country.  Come experience first-hand what rock climbing and rappelling is all about with guides who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.  No prior climbing experience is needed.  Meet at True Adventure Sports.  $52/person

Evening Lake Tour - Weiss Lake

Come explore the banks of Weiss Lake in a guided twilight canoe/kayak tour.  See 200ft cliffs converge at the pristine Yellow Creek Falls and take a dip into the clean clear waters of Weiss Lake.  No prior experience needed.   Meet at True Adventure Sports.  $33/person.

Orienteering Class - True Adventure Sports

Basic yet essential skills for survival navigation are brought to you in map reading, compass reading, and topography.  Bring your own compass or you may purchase one at our store.  $25/person for class  Meet at True Adventure Sports.

Knot Class & Application – True Adventure Sports

Introduction and instruction to essential knots and their application for camping, rappelling, rock climbing, outdoors survival, and other applications.  $20/person  Meet at True Adventure Sports.

Overnight Camping Skills Class – TAS Campsites

Most needed camping skills are brought to you as well as advanced skills such as how to find dry fuels, how to build a fire without smoke, how to start a fire without matches or flint, lean to construction, and safety barriers.  Contact True Adventure Sports to see what gear you need to bring.  $25/person  Meet at True Adventure Sport

Rappelling Certification Class – True Adventure Sports

This class covers rappelling basics indoor and basics outdoor.  The basics indoor class teaches you about rappelling safety/rappelling gear and its application, rappelling knots and application, and rigging points needed for rappelling.  The basics outdoor class reviews safety procedures, knots, gear, and rigging points; then you learn how to safely rappel and do several rappels before returning to the store for the rappelling test and knot exam.  Total indoor and outdoor cost $145/person.  Meet at True Adventure Sports

Note:  You will receive a class 1 rappelling card upon successful completion of this class and exams.

GPS Training and Navigation Class Part 1 – True Adventure Sports Learn how to use a map, compass, and a handheld GPS. Learn basic navigation and how to pinpoint a location for quick return, or quick rescue. Also learn how to search by waypoints or coordinates. Note: Compass and handheld GPS is required. Meet at True Adventure Sports   $45/person

GPS Basics Training Class Part 2  - True Adventure Sports Learn how to quickly apply navigation skills learned in part 1. You will learn to find a beacon placed in the woods as a SAR attempt while knowing your position, and the position of your teammates.  Note: Compass and handheld GPS is required. Meet at True Adventure Sports   $40/person

Note: Arrive 30 min. before all navigation classes to check in.  Compass, and Handheld GPS is available for sale or for rent at our store.

 Cold Weather Survival Training Level 1 – T. A. S. Training Center

Learn how to survive in cold harsh conditions.  Learn tips to prevent hypothermia and death.  This class covers the basics for emergency cold weather conditions and also covers a few tips on how to stay warm and comfortable for everyday cold conditions.  $35/person

Note:  This class only covers the basics.  If you would like the full class, contact TAS.

Outdoor Survival Class Level 1 – True Adventure Sports

You can learn how to find and purify water, build shelters, set snares to catch food, build a fire without matches, find edible plants and bugs, and find and make outdoor remedies.  With these skills you can survive the outdoors without even the “basic essentials”. Meet at True Adventure Sports $45/person

 Zip Line Adventure –North East Alabama

This is an adventure of a lifetime. All our zip lines are set up just before the adventure to ford a gorge or cross from one high point to another.  Pre-registration required at True Adventure Sports by 6 pm the day before the adventure Call TAS for details.  Meet at True Adventure Sports   $39/person

Practical Ingenuity School-Think Outside The Box - This class is open to the public and will be taught by different people at different times. The object of the class is to help each of us to use our mind to think of other solutions (if the known one is not available) to any given problem(s) from mechanical to business and everything in between. This will help all of us as we learn how to apply this skill to our life and our jobs. Please call or email our office if you wish to sign up for this class, and remember it is free admission.  Bring a note pad and pen.  Meet at True Adventure Sports   THIS IS A FREE CLASS

Youth Outdoor Adventure Camp - Ages:  13-17

This four-day camp introduces youth to the many possible outdoor adventures and activities around beautiful Dekalb County.  Shut down the video games and turn off the TV then learn and experience what it’s like to rappel, rock climb, cave, and kayak/canoe in some of the most beautiful places in NE Alabama. Our focus for this camp will be on education and safety.  Teens will learn about the gear how it works and its purpose – in an indoor classroom setting first!  After much practice, they will then move outdoors to try their hand and using it within a group setting.      

$185/person - this includes rental of gear and transportation to the outdoor adventures from our store.

Kids Outdoor Adventure Day Camp- Ages:  8-12 

This three-day camp introduces kids to the many possible outdoor adventures and activities around beautiful Dekalb County.  Shut down the video games and turn off the TV then learn and experience what it’s like to rappel, rock climb and cave in some of the most beautiful places in NE Alabama.

Our focus for this camp will be on education and safety.  Kids will learn about the gear how it works and its purpose – in an indoor classroom setting first!  After much practice, they will then move outdoors to try their hand and using it within a group setting.      

$145/person - this includes rental of gear and transportation to the outdoor adventures from our store.

High Adventure Trip-North East Alabama

This three-day adventure starts with a rappelling adventure near Little River Canyon we will break for lunch then experience rock climbing on Lookout Mountain. The next day we will start with a wild cave tour in Manitou Cave exploring beautiful formations and search for wild life in the underground. We will take a break and then meet that evening for an extreme night hike at Cherokee Rock Village where we will explore sandstone mazes with the use of teamwork. The next day we will meet for a relaxing canoe trip on The Little River. $137/Person Meet at True Adventure Sports  

Bouldering Adventure – Atop Lookout Mountain

Come experience first-hand what bouldering is all about with guides who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction. We will climb on some of the best boulders atop Lookout Mountain. No prior climbing or bouldering experience is needed.  Meet at True Adventure Sports. $27/person

Scenic Moped Tours-Atop Lookout Mountain

This tour includes a moped rental for you and a guide with a moped to lead you on many breathtaking rides that will make several stops such as; scenic overlooks, tourist shops, antique stores, nature walks, a cafι for lunch, water falls, and art galleries. $85/Person add $15 for 2^nd rider Meet at True Adventure Sports Moped and gas included.

Treasure Hunt Adventure-Manitou Cave 5hrs

Do you enjoy trying to solve riddles and clues?  Ever wanted to find buried treasure?  Up for new & exciting challenges?  Then our Cave Treasure Hunt is for you.  This 4-hour adventure will take you deep into the heart of Manitou Cave.  You will have to solve and follow each clue in order to find the next one, and ultimately the Treasure!  Are you up for the challenge?  Meet at True Adventure Sports $65/person

Mountain Bike Tour

This tour explores some beautiful trails and paths atop Lookout Mountain or Sand Mountain. Come have an enjoyable ride without the fear of getting lost. This three hour tour includes a mountain bike rental, instruction, and a guide for safety, direction, and information. $65/Person Meet at True Adventure Sports

Celestial navigation-TAS Camp Sites

This two-hour class is a basic introduction to navigation by the stars. Learn how to navigate without the use of a compass or GPS with the same rules used for almost six thousand years.

 Meet at True Adventure Sports   $20/person

Outdoor Laser Tag-Lookout Mountain

This activity is fun and challenging while much safer than paint ball. You can play solo or with a team and try to rescue the staged victim in a jungle appearing environment under armed guard.

Meet at True Adventure Sports   $15/person

Advanced Rappelling Class- True Adventure Sports

This class reviews rappelling basics then teaches advanced rappelling. Learn special rigging, mechanical advantage, ascending and rope walking, alternate rappel devices, changeovers, advanced knots, safety procedures, special gear, and backup belaying.  You will also do several rappels and a change over before returning to the store for the rappelling test and knot exam.  Cost $125/person.  Meet at True Adventure Sports

Note:  You will receive a class 2 rappelling card upon successful completion of this class and exams.

Rescue Rappelling Class- True Adventure Sports

This class reviews advanced rappelling then teaches you rescue rappelling. Learn rescue rigging, rescue hauls, rescue rappel devices, rescue knots, safety procedures and protocols, rescue gear, and emergency belaying.  You will also do several rappels, emergency changeovers, and staged rescues before returning to the store for the rappelling test and knot exam.  Cost $145/person.  Meet at True Adventure Sports

Note:  You will receive a class 3 rappelling card upon successful completion of this class and exams.

Rappel Master Certification Class- True Adventure Sports

This class reviews rappelling basics, advanced rappelling, rescue rappelling, and tactical rappelling then covers instructor level rappel procedures. Learn each rigging type, advanced rescue hauls, alternate knots, the role of a rappel master and their protocols, additional gear, and instructor belaying.  You will also do several instructor rappels, instructor level changeovers, staged rescues, silent entry inverted rappels, australian rappels, and fast rope before returning to the store for the rappelling test and knot exam.  Cost $385/person.  Meet at True Adventure Sports

Note:  You will receive a rappel master card upon successful completion of this class and exams.

Extreme Race-North East Alabama

This two-day race experiences high adventure while in search for the next clue to lead you to the finish line. This race will lead each group in a different direction of high adventure, shopping, lodging, dinning out, and exploring while leading each group to the finish line. You will be allotted funds to cover each expense required to make it to the finish line. A prize will be presented to the winner.   

Cost $395/person Meet at True Adventure Sports Food, lodging, and transportation will be provided.

TAS 5K or 10K Fun Run-Desoto Parkway Dekalb County

This 5K or 10K run is a charity fun run along the beautiful Desoto Parkway on Lookout Mountain Alabama. Participants will receive a charity fun run t-shirt and prizes will be presented to the first, second and third place winners. Proceeds will be donated to Ponderosa Bible camp a non-profit Christian camp that strives offer fun to kids while changing their lives in a positive way. Early registration by March 23^rd will be $15 for 5K or $20 for 10K or late registration by April 30^th will be $20 for 5K or $25 for 10K and registration on May 16^th will be $25 for 5K or $30 for 10K.  Contact True Adventure Sports for more Details.

Survivor Adventure-North East Alabama

This 48-hour adventure teaches and tests your skills to survive in the outdoors. You will learn how to live and eat well even in tough conditions. We will need to find water, build a shelter, find food, build a fire, set safety barriers, signal for help, navigate, and most importantly stay alive. All you will be allowed to bring is the clothes on your back. This is a safe way for you to test yourself for an extreme circumstance. The instructor will have the means to call for help if needed.  $115/person Meet at True Adventure Sports

Poisonous Plants of Alabama-Little River Canyon Area

This class is a brief overview of many poisonous plants in Alabama. There are many types of poisonous plants, learn how to spot them and what to do if you are affected by them. Also learn the vital role they play in our wilderness. Meet at True Adventure Sports (This is a free class)

Hypothermia Class-Little River Canyon Area

This three-hour class teaches the extreme dangers and how to treat hypothermia. Learn how quick hypothermia can set in and the signs indicating it is setting in. Also learn steps to prevent hypothermia and how to combat it. $30/Person Meet at True Adventure Sports

Wild Animals of Alabama-Little River Canyon Area

This three-hour class covers many wild animals in Alabama. Some classes have sample live wild animals for display to learn about them up close. Learn which wild animals are dangerous and how to avoid them when in the outdoors. Also learn the vital role they play in our Alabama wilderness areas. Meet at True Adventure Sports (This is a free class)