Rocky Mouth Falls--July 19, 2013

[Sandstone Addiction]

After seeing @Iceaxe 's TR from the 4th, I knew that this was on the very short list!

I really wasn't going to post a TR because of Shane's but Trevor completed his first ever solo rappel and has been buzzing ever since. He soloed the first one, but the awkward start of the 2nd sketched him out and ended up being lowered with a sling shot belay.

We hit the trailhead around 10am and finished about 2pm, yea, we are not speedy for sure. Everything takes longer with youngsters. We did practice the top belay technique that was discussed on here a few weeks ago and worked great. Thanks Brian and Tom.

The boys didn't care much for the approach as it was a little sketchy for them at that age, but I'm sure next time they won't be so nervous. Definitely will be a next time though as this is one very fun way to spend a few hours on a hot day.


Steep gully.




What goes up, must come down.




Nancy on the first rappel.




Trevor (6) on his first ever solo rappel.




He did really well and only let go of his brake hand once or twice. Plenty of friction for the little guy and a wet rope.




Brandon (10) taking the watery option.




Justin (12) doing the same.




Lovin' the cool rap.




Me also enjoying the coolness factor.




Nancy having fun on the second rap.




We've never been down a slippery rappel before today...




Justin getting ready to hip slide @Slot Machine style.




Doug, Nancy's brother, having a great time.




Everyone is smiling...





Well...Trevor had to force that smile and proptly told me that he was freezing and next time I'd better bring his wetsuit!




Good times for sure.

[Taylor]

Awesome.

[MiCamp]

Very nice.
I did this for a few days ago for the first time (thanks Slot Machine and Tommyboy) and I have to agree that its a great way to beat the heat and just a whole lotta fun!

[Brian in SLC]

Fantastic!

[Slot Machine]

Cool report! It's great to see the little ones getting after it! LOL at the Slot Machine style. THAT is a great way to cool off!

[Iceaxe]

Nothing beats canyoneering with family. Nice job....

Tap'n on my Galaxy G3

[accadacca]

Good times!