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The program, which began in 2013, allows students with partial paralysis, prosthetic limbs or limited mobility in their extremities to hoist themselves up the with specialized equipment.
A purpose-built seat harness provides added support for climbers.
A handlebar ascender enables participants to pull themselves up using their arms. A 4:1 pulley system lightens their load.
Specially trained Recreation and Wellness Center staff help climbers don the adaptive gear.
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