Calico rock scramble for beginners

Join us for my favorite short scramble on Calico One. We'll start at the south end of the ridgeline, scramble up to the high point seen in the above photo, then down the Grand Staircase.

This spectacular hike will be about 3 hrs of easy class 2 and 3 rock scrambling. There's little to no risk of falling, we'll seldom get more than a few feet above ground level. Slow pace, short breaks as needed.

You don't need any scrambling experience to attend, but you should be able to comfortably hike 3-4 miles, some of it on steep rocky terrain. You will sometimes be required to use your hands to climb up and over easy obstacles.

Maybe 600' elevation gain and 3 miles.

Plan to arrive 5-10 minutes early so we're all ready to start at 7 am. Meet at the picnic tables.

You'll need a backpack so that your hands are free. You'll need at least a liter of water, in metal or plastic containers, no glass. A backpack with a water bladder is the most convenient. Bring a light snack that provides quick energy.

You'll need sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and shoes with good grip or 'sticky' on sandstone. Approach shoes are best, hiking shoes are okay. Sneakers are not recommended, they're usually too pliable.

You must indicate that you read the entire hike description by answering the question asked when signing up for the hike. Sign up is through the wait list.

Please carefully read the following liability disclaimer:

• Meetup organizers are not tour guides and are not park rangers. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. 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 hiking, climbing and other activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possibly death. You further agree that you assume the risk of negligence by the organizers of this group 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.

• By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer, and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group.