Packrat Route
Details
REQUIREMENTS FOR SIGN UP-NO EXCEPTIONS
• You must have hiked with me on a Tier 4 hike 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 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
This is the hike we did on Markus's birthday (AKA "the P2P Route"). It includes the Amberat slot, Super Model slot, the Cleavage and Slot Subsequent. We'll go through 5 slots on the way up and 3 slots on the way down. They all have their own challenges and surprises.
We'll start off on a pretty normal route, but soon deviate and from there. We'll climb up a slab or two, dodge a few cactii, and go up in an area that few people even think of climbing. When we hit the slots, you'll probably need to pass your pack along, so be prepared to remove your pack numerous times (P2P). Once we reach the top of the rock, we'll traverse a little and descend through more slots.
This area is rich with evidence of wildlife. There is always the chance that we'll see some. I've seen a Ringed Tail Cat in this area as well as Tortoises, Chuckwallas and lots of rabbits and lizards. I've also seen and heard Red Tailed Hawks in this area. You can see some of my favorite pictures of animals I've seen in my wildlife gallery .
http://richardwaltjen.com/galleries-2/animal-gallery/
Of course, we'll also be able to view the rocks and all the colors and patterns in them.
• 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.
Meet Location will be sent by text or message on the day prior to the hike.
PASSAGES
• Option to go through Dylan's Passage
STATS
• Distance: ~ 2 miles loop.
• Elevation gain: ~ 1000 ft.
• High point: 4603
• Low point: 3600
• Difficulty: Difficult
• Pace: ~ 1 Miles Per Hour
• Children: no.
• Dogs: no.
• Time: 3.5 hours max.
• Bring: At least two liters of water. Snack
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
Packrat Route