Some newbie questions and just wanted to say hello!

[pikan]

I've appreciated everyone's input in here! You guys have been nothing but extremely helpful and informative and it's definitely given me some confidence in validating that what I have done is correct so far but also reaffirming my concerns about being a beginner.

X2 - I have benefitted GREATLY from this thread!!!

[ratagonia]

I completely understand what you mean. :) I saw that page a few weeks ago and it pretty much falls in line with what I've practiced before when I used to do ski patrol (as far as tying water knots with webbing).

I guess my worry is that even though I know the mechanics of setting up the anchor and rappelling (and have practiced it quite a bit), it's still an entirely new experience travelling through a canyon. Since I haven't had the opportunity of trying this yet, naturally there is a degree of anxiety but everyone has this their first time through I'm sure.

I've appreciated everyone's input in here! You guys have been nothing but extremely helpful and informative and it's definitely given me some confidence in validating that what I have done is correct so far but also reaffirming my concerns about being a beginner.

We are hitting up Keyhole and Pine Creek on 9/19 and Subway on 9/20. I may be interested in some help if you're around and willing. Where are you based out of? Springdale? We plan to do some backpacking on the West Rim trail on the two days prior (9/17-9/18) and then we will be camping at Watchman the night of the 18th. Shoot me a PM if you want and we can talk some more. Thanks again for all of your help!

Already doing Keyhole and Pine Creek on 9-19. Hmmmm, I'm sure we can work something out.

Tom