Advanced Anchor, Ghosting and Pothole Course w/Shane Wallace

One of five courses being offered this year that will cover nearly the entire Canyon Guides International Recreational Canyon Leadership Competencies (excluding Swiftwater). Whether you're new to canyoneering or are looking to take on a leadership role, these courses will offer you the opportunity to make the most of this canyoneering season!

• L1 - Intro to Technical Canyoneering - 2 Days - March 29-30
• L1 - Intro to Technical Canyoneering - 2 Days - April 12-13
• Advanced Anchors and Potholes - 3 Days - May 2-4
• L1 - Intro to Technical Canyoneering - 2 Days - April 26-27
• Canyon Rescue - 3 Days - April 28-30
• L2/L3 - Intro to Canyon Leadership - 2 Days - May 30-June 1

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:
This is a great course for experienced and intermediate canyoneers wanting to to solve more advanced anchor problems. You'll learn common techniques for pothole escapes, minimizing impact on the natural environment, leaving little or nothing behind, and ensure you make it back to the trailhead when the natural environment and canyon conditions leave you with fewer obvious materials to work with. We will focus on the tools, techniques, and teamwork involved in facing more advanced canyon challenges that have kept you from entering that particular canyon you've been eyeing - until now!

Topics Covered will include:

• Sequencing, Teamwork, Partner Assist and Captures
• Potshot Techniques
• Sand Trap
• Water Anchors
• Hooking
• Toggles
• Deadman
• Cairn Anchors
• Retrievable Anchors
• Packdrags
• Human/Meat Anchors
• Chock Anchors
• Courtesy/Dynamic Anchors

PREREQUISITES:
You must have previous technical canyoneering experience. This is not a course for beginners.

WHAT TO BRING:
Please bring any and all canyoneering gear you have.
Required gear:

• Helmet
• Harness - Canyon style preferred
• Safety Lanyard
• 48" Sling/Footloop
• Rappelling Device - Canyon Style Required (no figure 8 or ATC)
• 5 HMS screw-lock carabiners
• MicroTraxion
• Ascender - Croll, Basic or Tibloc
• Other canyoneering pothole gadgets that you have acquired and want to learn how to use
• WETSUIT (rentals available for $50)
• DRYBAG or Dry Keg
• SELF DRAINING BACKPACK

Please bring clothing/layers appropriate for the weather. Temperatures, wind, and precipitation can change throughout the day. Please make sure you are comfortable. Don't forget plenty of food, snacks, and water to keep you going.

LOCATION:
This course will take place near Hanksville/Ticaboo, UT. All instruction will take place outdoors, beginning in an outdoor classroom setting followed by applying the concepts in multiple canyons.

TRANSPORTATION:
Transportation to and from the training locations will not be provided. A standard passenger vehicle will be sufficient to get to all locations. Sign up with a friend and you'll have a carpool buddy! Meeting locations will be communicated after your registration has been confirmed.

WHERE TO STAY:
Lodging is not included. If primitive camping is your style, there are 100's of dispersed sites near the training locations. If you prefer to stay in town, we recommend Duke's Slickrock Campground and RV Park for Tents, RV/Vans, or Private Cabins. If staying at Duke's, mention you are in town for a Sticks and Stones course and you'll receive a 10% discount on your stay. Whispering Sands Motel is another great option when staying in Hanksville. Info about these places can be found here: https://dukesslickrock.com

RATE:
$550/person

There is a 4 student minimum for this course. If the minimum isn't met, full refunds will be provided. There is a 8 student maximum so sign up before it is full.

PAYMENT POLICY:
Payments are refundable until 14 days before the course begins. Cancellations after this date are Non-Refundable. All payments incur a non-refundable booking fee of $25.