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[Help] Try Gooseberry Mesa 37.14159, -113.15359 about...
Try Gooseberry Mesa 37.14159, -113.15359 about 16mi from Hildale
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11-29-2017, 09:46 AM
Thread: Edge Negotiation for Rappelling
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Yep, kneepads are critical canyoneering gear for...
Yep, kneepads are critical canyoneering gear for me. Not only do they aid soft starts, I use them on really slippery rappels instead of trying to keep my feet on the wall. Plus if you need to kneel...
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10-30-2017, 03:26 PM
Thread: Experience with this new carabiner?
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[Gear] the grammatical errors alone are terrifying. no...
the grammatical errors alone are terrifying. no way I would use it.
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09-21-2016, 05:24 PM
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if you are seeking entry or just wayfinding, I...
if you are seeking entry or just wayfinding, I would suggest connecting with your local caving group. they are pretty protective of that info, esp. a major cave near a major city.
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06-23-2016, 02:17 PM
Thread: How about San Gabriel mountains
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[Conditions] Yeah, best would be to ask in the FB group:...
Yeah, best would be to ask in the FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/583118321723884/
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05-18-2016, 10:52 AM
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[Help] Eaton is at the top of the list. I would...
Eaton is at the top of the list.
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03-03-2016, 05:34 PM
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[Invite] Did you join the meetup and FB groups? ...
Did you join the meetup and FB groups?
http://www.meetup.com/canyoneering/
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10-15-2015, 06:21 PM
Thread: When is a helmet not necessary?
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Poll: Once I tripped, fell about 2', and face planted...
Once I tripped, fell about 2', and face planted into the opposite rock. Now I always want a helmet now. If I wasn't wearing it then, I would have been getting reconstructive surgery.
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07-20-2015, 11:16 AM
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[News] awesome!
awesome!
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05-28-2015, 04:28 PM
Thread: What's Wrong with Toss 'n Go?
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[Gear] generally an experienced group will do primarily...
generally an experienced group will do primarily toss-n-go unless some special circumstance demands differently
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05-19-2015, 06:23 PM
Thread: 3D Mapping of Wire Pass
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That is super cool. It would be great to have...
That is super cool. It would be great to have something like that with beta overlayed on it. Do you know how they made it?
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05-11-2015, 10:04 PM
Thread: Introduction and Retreat
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[Trip Report] Good job on making sure your group did not get in...
Good job on making sure your group did not get in over their heads. That is a tough call when everyone really wants to make the objective.
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03-13-2015, 01:29 PM
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[Help] Not sure what BSA leaders minimal skillset is,...
Not sure what BSA leaders minimal skillset is, but for a canyoneering trip I would want at least two to have some formal canyon training and at least one to have wilderness first aid training.
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After your course, go on many many trips with...
After your course, go on many many trips with experienced parties. You will learn a ton that way.
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12-02-2014, 06:15 PM
Thread: Canyoneering Vehicle Thoughts
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This guy in Boulder *already* has your van for...
This guy in Boulder *already* has your van for $3500. Check the pics!
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11-30-2014, 04:03 PM
Thread: Canyoneering Vehicle Thoughts
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how about a 4x4 van
you could keep your eyes on craigslist for an older 4x4 van. they turn up fairly cheaply once in a while.
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10-28-2014, 06:09 PM
Thread: Emergency contacts
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for SoCal Angeles NF, the dispatch number is...
for SoCal Angeles NF, the dispatch number is (661) 723-2703. There are too many local SAR groups to try and figure out which is right.
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10-27-2014, 06:43 PM
Thread: Emergency contacts
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Calling 911 usually gets you a statewide...
Calling 911 usually gets you a statewide dispatcher. If you do know who is responsible for your emergency (most citizens would not), you can get a more informed person on the line quicker with less...
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10-24-2014, 11:39 AM
Thread: Torn between two ropes!
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Imlay. The bluewater rope is too bouncy. Did...
Imlay. The bluewater rope is too bouncy.
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10-06-2014, 05:04 PM
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I'm sure you could get a local to do it for you. ...
I'm sure you could get a local to do it for you. I don't know anyone living there right now, but if you hit up the outdoor shops and coffee shops, someone will turn up.
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06-25-2014, 10:52 AM
Thread: anything in the Phoenix area?
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anything in the Phoenix area?
Heading to Phoenix to visit family, and am wondering if there are any canyons nearby that could be done as a day trip.
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06-04-2014, 04:36 PM
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[Trip Report] Can you talk a little about your rappel device...
Can you talk a little about your rappel device and how you like it?
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04-20-2014, 11:06 PM
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I love the Whiptail Grill. ...
I love the Whiptail Grill. http://www.yelp.com/biz/whiptail-grill-springdale-2
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12-30-2013, 09:58 PM
Thread: Canyoneering near Flagstaff AZ
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Amazon's 'look inside' feature can be used to get...
Amazon's 'look inside' feature can be used to get an idea for this book. It looks excellent.
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