VegasHikers

This will be a moderately paced scramble with some fast spurts and natural rest breaks at the obstacle bottlenecks. It's a fun route with some very challenging obstacles and steep climbs. It's mostly class 3 with some tough class 4 sections scattered throughout and is not for the beginner scrambler.

>> Everyone starts on the wait list<<

If We Haven't Hiked Together:
⚠️ ADVANCED & FIT SCRAMBLERS ONLY ⚠️
This route has challenging technical climbs. You MUST verify your experience level with me before being added:
Option 1: Update your VegasHikers profile with a detailed hiking/scrambling history
Option 2: Message me your scrambling experience details

BRING A HEADLAMP!!

STATS:
Distance: ~2 miles
Elevation gain: ~1,000 feet
Elevation peak: ~4,600 feet
Time: 2ish hours
Pace: Moderate

Bring a minimum of 1 - 2 liters of water, snacks, sunscreen, hat, etc

Contact Card: Everyone should have a 3x5 card in their pack that has their emergency contacts on it and any pertinent medical history (allergies, meds, diabetes, etc). Place this in one of the small pockets of your pack to make it easy to find in the event that you're incapacitated.

Disclaimer
Please be aware that your Meetup organizers are not tour guides and are not park/BLM rangers. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone.

1. Assumption of Risk: Hiking and other outdoor activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possibly death, including but not limited to risks from: weather conditions, terrain, wildlife encounters, physical exertion, accidents, and delays in accessing medical care.
2. Rock Scrambling Risk: You specifically acknowledge that rock scrambling is an inherently dangerous activity that involves significant risks, including but not limited to: falling, injury from loose or unstable rocks, head injuries, broken bones, and death. You understand that rock scrambling requires special skills, attention, and physical capabilities, and you accept all risks associated with this activity.
3. Personal Responsibility: You are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being. By participating, you certify that you are physically fit, adequately prepared, and capable of participating in the activity.
4. Liability Waiver: 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.
5. Property and Injury: All attendees participate at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests.
6. Emergency Costs: You understand that you are responsible for any costs associated with emergency response, rescue, or medical care that may be required during or as a result of this activity.
7. Agreement: By signing up for this 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.

CompetentClimbers

Technical rock climbing

5.8-5.10 sport

25 minute approach

Open to a few friends & friends-to-be. You always need standard rock climb gear: shoes, harness, helmet, safety tether, locker, locking belay device. Also anchor gear, quick draws, 60m dynamic rope.

Routes may change with Weather & Whim.

Safety First! & then it's fun!

Please join SNCC to support our local rockclimb community

**************************Please be aware the your 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 and other outdoor activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possibly death. The organizers of this group and current and former members can not be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant - including you - at any event. All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this 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

It’s that time of the year again so come out and join us for some great outdoor fun. I know its Easter weekend but the group sites are ever more difficult to get so beggars can’t be choosers.

Spring Valley State park is is only about 3 hours from Las Vegas. One of the main attractions is Eagle Valley Reservoir. Camping here is a blast. Trout and bass fishing is pretty great also. You can fish from shore or canoe, kayak or paddle board.

Head north towards Pioche NV. At Pioche turn right/east on Route 322. When you pass the small store, go about two miles, there will be a small sign before the lake that reads Horse Thief Gulch campground. Turn right and that is where our group site is. The individual sites are to the left.

We were able to get the awesome group site right next to the lake. The fee for the sight was covered by me but it is still $25.00 per night per car. If you have an RV and get the RV spot with hookups its an addition fee per night.

GEAR- This is a car camping event at a group site with grills and large covered picnic table area. Bring whatever gear you need to make your camping stay comfortable for the weekend.

FIREWOOD- Bring what you are able as it gets cold up there.

FOOD and DRINK- Bring whatever you like to cook, eat and drink. The store is extremely limited. I will be cooking the fish I catch.

POTLUCK- Saturday night lets do our usual potluck. Bring something to share is all. It doesn't matter if you cook it or buy it. You don't have to bring/cook/buy enough for everyone just a small dish to share.

BATHROOMS AND SHOWERS- There are both. It's about a five minute walk to the HOT/FREE showers. The bathrooms are right at our site.

RV's- Are welcome and if for some reason you cant fit at our site then there are plenty of regular sites available but you should be able to fit in our large lot.

PETS- Well mannered pets are welcome. Please clean up after your pets at all times.

ACTIVITIES- Photography, hiking, camping, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, biking and hiking...

While camping here in the past we caught numerous rainbow trout and bass. You can catch them from shore or on the water both. If you bring a canoe or kayak with you must have life jackets. You need a fishing license to fish (unless you are 12 and under I believe). You can get them around town or up there at the General store but it’s difficult so I recommend getting it before you leave for the trip.

Disclaimer:
Please be aware that your 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 and other outdoor activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possibly death. 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. All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this 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.