Training/Classes

[nathanslc]

Hello All,

I am looking for some training in rappelling; Specifically rigging and anchoring techniques. I live in SLC and cant seem to find anything interesting/reputable in the area. All the classes I come across are in southern Utah or out of state. I consider myself a beginner even though I know many techniques and would like some proper training. Any suggestions/ideas.

Thanks

[Kuya]

Check out North Wash Outfitters. The owner is a great trainer and has awsome on - rock practice locations

[hank moon]

Hello All,

I am looking for some training in rappelling; Specifically rigging and anchoring techniques. I live in SLC and cant seem to find anything interesting/reputable in the area. All the classes I come across are in southern Utah or out of state. I consider myself a beginner even though I know many techniques and would like some proper training. Any suggestions/ideas.

Thanks

The only reputable training outfit that's relatively close to SLC:

http://www.darkhorseleadership.com/#!courses/cdk6


AFAIK...

and +1 to North Wash Outfitters, if you're willing to travel.


hank

[LVRAY]

+2 to North Wash Outfitters.

[moab mark]

Dark horse, great guys. They do their training in Provo area.

[nathanslc]

Thanks for the quick responses.

[nathanslc]

The only reputable training outfit that's relatively close to SLC:

http://www.darkhorseleadership.com/#!courses/cdk6


AFAIK...

and +1 to North Wash Outfitters, if you're willing to travel.


hank

Last month I had the opportunity to take the darkhorseleadership course that you recommended. It was a great class and I learned a lot. As a beginner, where do I go from here? I know that there is a lot of criticism for the "meetup" groups, but where does a beginner get mentoring from the more experienced canyoneers?

[hank moon]

79900

[Brian in SLC]

The local SLC outfit is these guys:

http://www.utahmountainadventures.com/rock_courses_canyoneering.shtml

Wasatch Mountain Club does canyon stuff.

Or, organize a trip and solicit experienced folks to participate. Especially if you have a permit on a nice weekend for a canyon in Zion...

Locally, Rocky Mouth should be coming into condition (ie, warm enough temp's soon to do it...).

[Get in the Wild]

Hi nathanslc,

I am a member of multiple-Meetups and have found them all to be quite different. I started a canyoneering-centric Meetup last fall called the Robbers Roost Canyoneering & Adventures Meetup (http://www.meetup.com/Robbers-Roost-Canyoneering-Adventures/). The primary reason that I started the group was to help mentor and empower others who have a desire to learn the skills required to travel safely in wilderness environments. I have been teaching outdoor education for over 20 years, own an outdoor education and guiding compan (http://www.getinthewild.com)y, and have an innate desire to give back and help educate our community. Feel free to check out our Meetup group, join a trip and decide for yourself. I have found gaining experience from a variety of instructors to be invaluable in gaining a diverse and broad-based skill-set.

Best Regards, ... Christopher

[accadacca]

Hi nathanslc,

I am a member of multiple-Meetups and have found them all to be quite different. I started a canyoneering-centric Meetup last fall called the Robbers Roost Canyoneering & Adventures Meetup (http://www.meetup.com/Robbers-Roost-Canyoneering-Adventures/). The primary reason that I started the group was to help mentor and empower others who have a desire to learn the skills required to travel safely in wilderness environments. I have been teaching outdoor education for over 20 years, own an outdoor education and guiding compan (http://www.getinthewild.com)y, and have an innate desire to give back and help educate our community. Feel free to check out our Meetup group, join a trip and decide for yourself. I have found gaining experience from a variety of instructors to be invaluable in gaining a diverse and broad-based skill-set.

Best Regards, ... Christopher

Thanks for the post Christopher. I hope you will stick around and share your knowledge. Bogley has lots of noobs looking for advice.

[nathanslc]

Thanks for the reply! I just saw your meetup group and see you are organizing a trip next weekend but it is closed. Bummer!

[Get in the Wild]

Good news nathanslc. Two people dropped out yesterday so you're all set to go. We certainly look forward to meeting you out at the Roost!

[Get in the Wild]

Thanks for joining us at the Roost Nathan. I certainly look forward to getting out in the canyons with you again in the future!