UMaine Alert

Posted: April 19, 2024 - 1:32 PM

At approximately 9:24 a.m. on Friday, April 19, a University of Maine graduate student was struck by a university vehicle on Long Road at the University of Maine campus in Orono. The student reports that they are at a local hospital with minor injuries.

Emergency services, including the Orono Fire Department, University Volunteer Ambulance Corps, University of Maine Police Department, Orono Police Department and Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene.

The university vehicle involved in the incident was a Chevrolet Express van. It was being operated by a university employee.

Counseling services and support are available for students, faculty or staff who may have been affected. The Counseling Center can be reached at 207-581-1392 and the Dean of Students Office can be reached at 207-581-1406.

The scene has been cleared and Long Road is now accessible. An investigation is being conducted by the University of Maine Police Department with assistance from the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Unit. Any witnesses to the incident are encouraged to contact Lt. Noel Santiago at noel.santiago@maine.edu.

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Maine Bound Indoor Climbing Wall

Nice starting point especially for learning the basics! Can learn belay techniques, rent gear, and be in a safe indoor environment. Offers top rope, lead, and bouldering options.

Cost: Free w/ student ID or RecCard, or $100 semester pass

Hours: See website for accurate hours.

Eagles Bluff 24.8 miles from Campus

Rock climber standing at bottom of cliff face.

There are 3 different parking lot options with signs, the North Lot is the main parking lot. Relatively steep hike up to the summit to set up top rope climbs. Routes range from 5.12D to 5.easy giving a wide variety for all climbers!

Cost: Free just be sure to follow LNT principles

Parks Pond Bluff 26.2 miles from Campus

Rock climbers taking pictures of a sunset.

A nice short half mile hike into the bluff, popular location for climbing.

Cost: Free! Just remember to respect the LNT principles

Big Chick Hill 29.5 miles from Campus

Rocks with lichen and trees in distance with green, yellow, orange, and red leaves.

Great local spot a quick trip from campus, moderate skill level with opportunities to grow.

Cost: Free! Be sure to follow the LNT principals

South Wall Precipice 63.4 miles from Campus

Looking up from the bottom of a sheer climbing face with a climber en route.

Located in Acadia National Park, a great climb during many seasons and routes starting at a level 5.5 and opportunity to challenge yourself.

Cost and Hours: See website for accurate pricing and hours.

South Bubble 63.7 miles from Campus

Located in the beautiful Acadia National Park, South Bubble offers both trad and top rope climbs.

Prime Climbing season: May to October

Cost and Hours: See website for accurate pricing and hours.

Otter Cliffs 65.9 miles from Campus

A great place to top rope, and even rappel down to the wonderful views of the ocean! Many local guide services offer climbs here from late spring to fall, which makes for a great learning experience.

Cost and Hours: See website for accurate pricing and hours.

Other Places to Climb

If you are looking for other places to climb within or outside of the greater Bangor area try clicking the link above and using the website to find other places to climb

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