The View Ridge Rock Wall was installed November 2, 2000. See the process below:

After the holes are drilled in the plywood, a threaded anchor is hammered into each hole.

The first panel is bolted to the wall.

The last two panels are still being threaded.

Three dedicated volunteers help Tom Taylor.

Tom drilling holes into the poured concrete wall. Very loud! Earplug zone!

A special cutout is made to keep the volleyball net hook exposed.

5 of 12 panels are up.

The painting begins on one end while…

... The remaining panels are bolted to the wall.

Big fans help the paint dry quickly.

Whistle while you work!

The last panel is bolted to the wall.

The painting is completed.

Rocks are sorted by color and shape.

Rocks are organized into 12 groups of 15. The correct size bolt is paired with each rock.

The 3 foot Red Safety Line is painted on the first few panels.

The rocks are attached.

The process continues.

Spray painting the 3 foot Red Safety Line.

This paint dries quickly.

The finished wall from the left.

The finished wall from the right.

Tom Taylor!

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.

It's a big hit in PE! Students in Kindergarten through 5th grade have opportunities to climb the rock wall in Physical Education.