Guardian Angel (Beginner Scramble)

CELEBRATE THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF VEGASHIKERS

REQUIREMENTS FOR SIGN UP - NO EXCEPTIONS

• This hike is open to anybody who provides the written waiver.

• YOU MUST SIGN A WRITTEN WAIVER TO ATTEND THIS HIKE. The link to the written waiver is here:
http://richardwaltjen.com/written-waiver/

You will not be moved to the "going" list without sending your signed waiver to the email address on the waiver.

If you have already provided a waiver to me, you do not need to provide another one.

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HIKE DESCRIPTION

From the Calico Basin you can see this pass between the Calicos. It cuts right through towards Calico II on the 13-mile loop inside the park. It can be a tough climb up through the canyon, but the views into the park and Calico Basin are worth it. Along the way you can admire the deep red of the rocks contrasted with some dark green vegetation.

Soon after we get out of Red Springs we'll begin to hit the rocks. This part of the climb requires use of hands to keep balanced. There might be some areas that might require you to push or pull your way up, but most of it will simply require you to keep your balance as you climb up the rocks. If this doesn't get your heart rate up, then you're not doing it right.

The descent towards Calico II is filled with brush. Most of it is easy to avoid. The hike down is on rocks also. It's along this stretch that we'll pass the Guardian Angel carving. We'll end up just outside of the Calico II parking area on the 13-mile loop in the park. There are a few different routes back. On this hike we'll take the original route back to Red Springs.

I've seen lots of different animals along this route. I even saw a tortoise climbing up the canyon. We just barely beat him to the top. You can check out my wildlife gallery for some of my favorite pictures of animals I've seen.
http://richardwaltjen.com/galleries-2/animal-gallery/

• Helmets are always welcome. Be sure to use one that doesn't block your sight.

• Always carry "in case of emergency" numbers with you.

• No guests will be allowed without my prior approval.

YOU MUST BE ON THE "GOING" LIST IN ORDER TO GO ON THIS HIKE. CRASHING WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.

STATS
Distance: ~ 3.5 miles loop.
Elevation gain: ~ 900 ft.
High point: 4260
Low point: 3600
Difficulty: easy-moderate
Pace: ~ 1 Miles Per Hour
Children: no.
Dogs: no.
Time: 3 hours max.
Bring: At least two liters of water. Snacks. Headlamp or flashlight, just in case.

INFORMATION LINKS
Scrambling Tiers
http://richardwaltjen.com/rickw-scrambling-tiers-colors/

Passages
http://richardwaltjen.com/passages/

Pin Program
http://richardwaltjen.com/pin-collection/