What we’re about
From Phoenix to all points North, South, East & West .. this region of America is bursting with canyoneering opportunities! With its proximity to the canyons of Utah, Nevada and California, (not to mention the great local selection of canyoneering opportunities from the Tonto to the Superstitions, to Flagstaff and the Grand Canyon) Arizona is a hot spot for the sport of Canyoneering. The purpose of this Meetup Group is to connect people in Arizona with each other, and with the communities of California and the greater Southwest. We will offer regular qualified instruction for the sport of canyoneering, as well as ACE Certified Guide Assessments, and other outdoor/wilderness skills courses like Map-and-Compass Navigation. In addition to our courses, which are the core of this organization, we will host canyoneering events and festivals in canyoneering regions across America and will do our best to nurture leaders to help provide opportunities for local canyon descents, practices, workshops, and community meetings. Anybody with the desire to learn canyoneering and anybody who already canyoneers ... this is your group. "Pay for the training and your fun is free!"
(If you want to see what you can expect from this meetup group, check out our sister site http://www.meetup.com/canyoneering/ ... you can also check us out at: http://UBERAdventures.net
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Moab - Canyon Leader Course (ACE-L3) 'Intensive' + Wilderness First Aid
Lions Park and Bike Path Trailhead, UT-128, Moab, UT, USTo register for this class, please visit our website:
Upcoming Events – Uber AdventuresUber Adventures' Canyon Leader Course (ACE-L3) is designed to prepare some for organizing or leading canyons and others to improve skills and expand the number of tools in their toolbox; specifically providing the next level of skills training through technical instruction and experiential practice. While these tools are a vital component for any active canyoneer, they are imperative for anyone leading rookies, kids, family or friends into a canyon. This course provides strategic training for unexpected technical and group management challenges ... when things don't go quite as planned!
While this course is designed primarily to meet the needs of recreational canyoneers, it also provides a bridge between the Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) and the Canyon Rescue Course (ACE-L4), and forms the training foundation for those planning to seek ACE certification as a Professional Canyon Guide! (While it is not required you take ACE-L2-L3-L4 Courses in sequence, it is recommended.)
In addition, canyon leaders should have a minimum of Wilderness First Aid (WFA) training and be able to recognize warning signs, initiate treatment, and decide on urgency of evacuation for common medical conditions. Current WFA certification is a required prerequisite for the Canyon Leader Course. If you do not currently have WFA certification, Uber Adventures has partnered with Survival Med to provide training at a discounted price. Please contact us for more information.
SKILLS covered include:
• Group Gear Choices & Distribution, Pack Management
• Strand Isolation and Leapfrogging for speeding things up
• Static Courtesy Rappels to make hard-starts easier
• Dynamic Courtesy Rappels to make super-hard-starts safer and easier
• Lowering Systems for emergencies and speed
• Pre-Rigged Rappels and Rigging Kids for Rappel
• Static & Dynamic Edge Protection to increase rope life
• Direct Top Belays, Handlines and Sequencing
• Advanced Belay Techniques & Rappel Friction for Long Rappels
• Passing Knots on Ascend and Rappel & Changeovers
• Advanced Lock-Off Methods
• Converting Static Block to Lowering System for assist or rescue
• Isolating In-Field Rope Damage (Core Shot)
• Constructing a Swiss Seat for rescue or gear failure
• Rappelling on a Munter for emergencies
• Advanced Friction OptionsPREREQUISITES: Since this course builds upon the skills and techniques presented in our Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) AND our Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2), we recommend that you've either taken both courses or have significant relevant personal experience before taking this class (please inquire if you're unsure if this is the correct course for your current skill set).
REQUIRED GEAR: Harness, Helmet, Rappel Device, Figure 8 for Rigging, Gloves, 5-6 HMS Screwgate Carabiners, 48" Sling or Foot Loop, Personal Safety Tether/Lanyard, Prusik Loop, Mechanical Ascenders, 25' of webbing, 20' Cordelette-optional or Canyon Cordelette-optional (and appropriate shoes and pack).
TUITION: The Canyon Leader Course (ACE L3) is $395 per person and does not include WFA certification. If you require WFA certification, please contact us and we will provide you a discount code to obtain certification through Survival Med.
Instructor: Jasmine King
Policies: https://uberadventures.net/policies/
Testimonials: https://uberadventures.net/testimonials/1 attendee
Moab, UT - Canyon Rescue Course (ACE-L4)
Lions Park and Bike Path Trailhead, UT-128, Moab, UT, USCANYON RESCUE COURSE (ACE-L4)
To register for this class and avoid additional Meetup fees, please visit our website:
Upcoming Events – Uber AdventuresTrain Hard, Plan Well, Be Safe ... but accidents still happen.
Boost your confidence and fill your mental toolbox with skills to handle technical emergencies.
This Canyon Rescue Course (ACE-L4) by Uber Adventures teaches the skills necessary to perform immediate, in-canyon self-rescues, partner rescues, and how to assist with group emergencies ... all with your groups' normal rack-and-pack (the minimal gear you should carry on your harnesses and in your packs.)
This course not only teaches you the skills and methods necessary to execute a variety of rescue procedures, but it provides the impetus for critical thinking through an emergency. How would you help a canyoneer stuck on a rope? How would you help an unconscious canyoneer stuck on a rope? How quickly could you figure out how to convert a static block to a lowering system? Could you haul a rappeller back to the top of a drop by yourself? Have you ever been in a canyon, assessing a fictional problem and felt helpless? Are your responsibilities in a canyoneering event greater because you're the leader/organizer? Would you like to be a more valuable team member? This course is vital for not only canyoneering leaders, but also for conscientious recreational canyoneers who value their own safety and the safety of their party.
With the technical skills presented in this course, you could prevent the need for calling in an expensive Search and Rescue team, avoid putting rescuers at risk, avoid spending the night in a canyon, and continue a canyon descent with a non-critically injured teammate.
Skills covered include:
• Advanced Friction Options
• Knots, Rope Grabs & Progress Capture Methods
• Anchors, Rigging & Friction Dynamics for Rescue
• Mechanical Advantage and Haul Systems
• Converting Static Rigging to Haul or Lower
• Assisted Rappel & Tandem Rappel Techniques
• Hero Rescue, Balancier Lift
• Rappelling on a Tensioned Rope
• Guide Ropes, Tag Lines, Belays
• Cut-and-Lower Procedures
• Special Ascending Techniques for Rescue
• Pick-Off Procedures Scenario (X2)
• Considerations for musculoskeletal injuriesPrerequisites: Since this course builds upon the skills and techniques presented in our Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1), our Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2), AND our Canyon Leader Course (ACE-L3), we recommend that you've either taken two or three of those courses or have significant relevant personal experience before taking this class (please inquire if you're unsure if this is the correct course for your current skill set).
This course is not only a great time to up your recreational canyoneering skills to an admirable level, but it presents the remaining skills for Certification as a Professional Canyon Guide (ACE-L5) with ACE (Association for Canyoneering Education)! Check out the benefits of ACE certification. They're pretty dang awesome: http://ACEcanyoneering.com.
For a full list of our course offerings and locations, go to https://UberAdventures.net
Instructor: Jasmine King
Policies: https://uberadventures.net/policies/
Testimonials: https://uberadventures.net/testimonials/1 attendee
UBERFest: Death Valley 2025
Furnace Creek Campground, F47J+94 Furnace Creek, California, Furnace Creek, CA, USUBERFest: Death Valley 2025
Who’s ready for some epic canyoneering in Death Valley?
Pre-registration for this event is now open! Head to our website to review all the details before signing up.
UBERFest: Death Valley 2025 – Uber AdventuresSince canyoneering is inherently risky, this event is only open to those with professional training or significant experience in canyoneering. As a social event, experienced participants are encouraged to help guide rookies through some amazing canyons. If you want to join, get trained and become a skilled, valuable team member! Uber Adventures offers several Technical Canyoneering Courses (ACE-L1) before this event.
THE CANYONS: Death Valley boasts multiple mountain ranges with a variety of canyons for all skill levels. No permits are needed here. Bolting is prohibited, making this a great place to master natural anchor building. Bring your best skills!
WEATHER: With average highs/lows of 65°/38° during this time, it’s the ideal season to explore these canyons.
THE GROUP CAMPSITE: Group site #2 at Furnace Creek Campground is reserved for up to 40 people. It’s tent camping only with limited parking (10 vehicles max). Amenities include water, flush toilets, picnic tables, and fire pits/grills. RV spaces and individual campsites are also available nearby.
The group campsite will host all activities like ridesharing, meals, a potluck, games, and bonding time! Since early starts are crucial for canyons and shuttles, evenings at the campsite will end early for plenty of rest.
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