Guardian Angel-Draggin Back

REQUIREMENTS FOR SIGN UP - NO EXCEPTIONS

• You must have done one of my Tier 2 hikes with me or have a "Scrambling Skills" pin from a VegasHikers Organizer.

AND

• YOU MUST SIGN A WRITTEN WAIVER TO ATTEND THIS HIKE. The link to the written waiver is here:
http://richardwaltjen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/written-waiver.pdf

You will not be moved to the "going" list without providing a signed waiver by email 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 inside the Calico Hills. 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. 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. The return on this hike features the pair of slots we're calling the "Crouching Tiger" and "Hidden Dragon," and it also goes past "Dave's Big Wave."
http://richardwaltjen.com/galleries-2/animal-gallery/

This hike is not for beginners. There are some places that require intermediate scrambling skills. You must be able to pull your body weight up and lower yourself down using your arms. If you have a fear of tight spaces or heights, don't sign up for this hike.

• 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.

PASSAGES
• Crouching Tiger

STATS
• Distance: ~ 2.5 miles loop.
• Elevation gain: ~ 1250 ft.
• High point:4267
• Low point:3600
• Difficulty: moderate
• Pace: ~ 1 Miles Per Hour
• Children: no.
• Dogs: no.
• Time: 3.5 hours max..
• Bring: At least two liters of water. Snacks

INFORMATION LINKS

Scrambling Tiers
http://richardwaltjen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/rickw-scrambling-tiers.pdf

Passages
http://richardwaltjen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Passages.pdf

Pin Program
http://richardwaltjen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Pin-Collection.pdf