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Canyoneers from around the World who are interested in learning and practicing safe canyoneering techniques.
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See all- 5 Day Canyon Course (professional guide training course)Pisgah Ranger Station/Visitor Center 1600 Pisgah Hwy, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768, Pisgah Forest, NC$950.00
## Details
This Course is being held at PURA VIDA ADVENTURES in North Carolina. Please click to learn about this course, mail: contact@pvadventures.com
- Advanced Canyoneering Practice - Big Cottonwood Canyon, SLCLedgemere Picnic Area, Salt Lake City, UT
Sign-up preference will be given to those ACA aspirant level members (or higher) and/or repeat participants.
This workshop is designed for students that have previously learned the skills on the ACA Aspirant Skills list. https://www.canyoneering.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Aspirant-Skills-Checklist-4-22-20.pdf . This is a FREE workshop, open to all qualified ACA-Canyoneering Meetup and Facebook members. Participation in this workshop is continually at the discretion of the instructor(s).
Priority will be given to students that have previously taken the ACA Aspirant Assessment and to those who have previously attended and contributed to the success of similar workshops. It is the hope that we can build on previously learned skills throughout several summer workshops. If space allows you will be moved to the “Going” category if you meet these criteria. You will be moved to the 'Wait-list' if you do not meet these criteria or if you have previously signed up and not showed up. It is up to each participant to fairly and accurately assess their existing skills to determine whether the material to be learned and practiced is appropriate for their abilities.
OBJECTIVE: Safely provide students with advanced rope skills and techniques needed to safely assist team members in canyons. If you are seeking more complete training, please consider participating in a course offered by an ACA Certified Guide Service.
Topics Covered:- Skills on the ACA skills check lists for Assistant Canyon Leader and Canyon Leader https://www.canyoneering.net/resources/
REQUIRED ITEMS TO BRING:
- Climbing Helmet
- Canyoneering Backpack
- Harness (good condition and manufacture date not more than 5yrs old)
- Rappel Device (ATS, Pirana, CRITR2, SQWUREL) or similar device preferred.
- 3-4 Locking Screw-Gate Carabiners (HMS, pear-shape preferred)
- 20 feet 1'' Tubular Webbing
- 1-Quick link
- A personal anchor system (sometimes called cowtails)
- Assorted Lengths Slings
- Gear to ascend a rope (Tibloc, MicroTraxion, Basic, Croll, ect)
- VT Prusik(s)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION. PLEASE READ.
- Participant Minimum Age Requirement: 18 Years
• We will be practicing at height! Skills will be practiced with weighted ropes.
• We will be outside; dress appropriately for anticipated weather - closed toe shoes, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, windbreaker/jacket, and whatever else you may need to stay comfortable for the day.
• Bring snacks, water, etc. Bring a portable chair/cushion to sit on. Come prepared to take notes (pen, notebook, camera).
• This event will be cancelled if there is inclement weather.
• Do not come to this practice session if you do not want to be responsible for your own safety and well being. You are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being.
• By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that: Canyoneering and other outdoor activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possibly death; The organizers of this meetup and current and former members cannot be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant - including you - at any event; You release and forever discharge the organizers jointly and severally from any actions, causes of actions, claims, damage, loss including death or injury which may be sustained from participating in this Meetup event and\or result from the negligence of the organizers.
• All attendees are participating at this event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury or loss in whatever form to themselves or their guests.
• By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer and release, and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of claim including a lawsuit or other action arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group.
