L2/L3 Advanced Canyoneering and Leadership

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, our courses will offer you the opportunity to make the most of this canyoneering season!

• L1 - Intro to Technical Canyoneering - 2 Days - August 9-10
• L2/L3 - Intro to Canyon Leadership - 2 Days - August 30-31
• Advanced Anchors and Potholes - 3 Days - September 12-14
• Mechanical Advantage - 2 Days - September 20-21
• Canyon Rescue - 2 Days - September 27-28

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:
This is a great course for experienced canyoneers working toward certification as a Recreational Canyon Leader.

Topics Covered will include:
We'll focus instruction on many of the competencies from Levels 2 and 3 of the CGI Recreational Checklist. As we're offering separate courses on Mechanical Advantage and Canyon Rescue, this course will focus primarily on L2/L3 competencies from the following checklist categories:

• Risk Management
• Gear Selection, Use, and Care
• Knot Craft
• Anchors and Rigging
• Techniques on Rope

PREREQUISITES:
Completion of Technical Canyoneering (L1) Course
OR
Mastery of all competencies from CGI EL and L1 checklists. The course will not slow down for those without EL+L1 skills.

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
• 12-14 feet accessory cord, 6-7mm
• 20 feet of webbing, 1-inch tubular
• MicroTraxion
• Ascender - Croll, Basic or Tibloc
• VT Prusik (1 minimum)

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, 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:
$450/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.