Rappelling at Jackson Falls

Spring is here! Grab the rope!
Let's venture westward to Shawnee National Forest for some awesome rappelling at Jackson Falls.

• Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate
• Heights: 40-60ft

WHAT TO BRING for RAPPELLING:

• Gloves (required)
• Helmet (required)
• Your rappelling gear (harness, descender)
• Your abseiling gear (frog system, optional)
• Static rope (if you have any)
• Knee pads (recommended)
• Sturdy shoes for hiking
• Day Bag
• Water (for drinking) and snacks
• Packed lunch (in your day bag)
• Sunscreen and Bug spray
• Walking stick or hiking poles (optional)
• Clean shoes for the car ride (leave in the car)

SCHEDULE:
We'll carpool from Lowe's (Oak Grove Rd) in Evansville. It's just over 2hr each direction.

(OPTIONAL: Camp the night before at Jackson Falls.)

==ALL TIMES LISTED IN CDT==
8:00a - Meet to Carpool
10:00a - Rendezvous at campsite
12:00p - Lunch on trail
3:00p - Depart for Evansville
5:30p - Arrive in Evansville

GROUND RULES

• Leave no trace, and pack out all your trash.
• No children.
• Dogs permitted (see notes!)
• Helmet required near any rappel zone.

NOTES

• If you're new to rappelling, this is a great opportunity to learn some basics. If you don't already own gear, you're still welcome to join us. We'll be happy to let you try out our equipment, but at minimum, you need to bring a helmet and gloves.
• While there are other descending and ascending systems, we'll be focusing on the frog system and Alpine SRT methods for this session. This is because several of our Co-op members also use these techniques in caves, and they’re the systems we’re most familiar with.
• I recommend treating your clothes and gear with permethrin before this trip.
• Dogs may hike off-leash. However you should always keep a leash on-hand for use around other people or in dangerous areas.
• A tie-out is necessary to keep dogs clear of the rappel area.

MAPS / INFORMATION
Carpool from Lowes (Google Maps): https://maps.app.goo.gl/yPuRc9TevUKUgGZ5A
Trailhead (Google Maps): https://maps.app.goo.gl/8zeRDNec7VrEmzEr9
Jackson Falls Brochure (USDA): https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd497458.pdf

Disclaimer: The Co-op and its associates do not serve as certified trainers. Participants accept full responsibility for their own safety and any risks associated with rappelling and vertical techniques.