The View Ridge Rock Wall was installed November 2, 2000. See the process
below:
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After the holes are drilled in the plywood, a threaded anchor is hammered
into each hole.
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The first panel is bolted to the wall.
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The last two panels are still being threaded.
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Three dedicated volunteers help Tom Taylor.
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Tom drilling holes into the poured concrete wall. Very loud! Earplug
zone!
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A special cutout is made to keep the volleyball net hook exposed.
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5 of 12 panels are up.
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The painting begins on one end while
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... The remaining panels are bolted to the wall.
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Big fans help the paint dry quickly.
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Whistle while you work!
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The last panel is bolted to the wall.
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The painting is completed.
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Rocks are sorted by color and shape.
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Rocks are organized into 12 groups of 15. The correct size bolt is paired
with each rock.
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The 3 foot Red Safety Line is painted on the first few panels.
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The rocks are attached.
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The process continues.
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Spray painting the 3 foot Red Safety Line.
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This paint dries quickly.
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The finished wall from the left.
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The finished wall from the right.
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Tom Taylor!
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Ready to use in PE class the next day. Panels are numbered 1 - 12. Blue
mats at the base. Students have their first opportunity to climb.
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It's a big hit in PE! Students in Kindergarten through 5th grade have
opportunities to climb the rock wall in Physical Education.
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