Seal Head Rock (Beginner Scramble)

REQUIREMENTS FOR SIGN UP - NO EXCEPTIONS

• 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 one to me, you do not need to provide another one.

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HIKE DESCRIPTION

DEPENDING ON THE GROUP, I MAY ADD SOME PORTIONS TO THIS ROUTE THAT ARE NOT ON THE ORIGINAL.

Seal Head Rock is a large boulder that looks like a Seal's Head. Although it has been used by climbers for a long time, Sean gave it the name. This is a new route that I created that goes to that rock. It's a relatively easy scrambling route that takes a different path up and down some rocks that are less traveled. It's a little easier than some of the hikes that go to the same place.

We'll start out on a trail and head around to the entrance to a very familiar canyon. Then we'll veer off and take a different route up to the top of a low ridge and travel along it for a small distance until we reach Seal Head Rock. We'll stop there for a break and then return using a different route down that goes over and under some boulders. On the return route we'll go through "Kristy's Chute."

This hike starts out with trail, but is mostly rock scrambling. It has some good challenges for those who are new to scrambling. It's mostly just using your hands to keep balanced, but there are some places where you might need to use your hands for forward movement. There also are a few instances of exposure, but not too bad.

This climb is steep and will get your heart pounding. It's pretty short, but it can be challenging for beginners. Don't underestimate the hill or overestimate your ability. Beginning scrambling is not the same as beginning hiking. But as long as you can handle a steep climb, then you can handle this.

Check out my wildlife gallery for some pictures of wildlife 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.

To prevent crashing, the meet location will be sent via email or text.

PASSAGES

• Kristy's Chute
• Sick Passage-option

STATS
Distance: ~ 2 miles loop.
Elevation gain: ~ 700 ft.
High point: 4315
Low point: 3600
Difficulty: easy-moderate
Pace: ~ 1 Miles Per Hour.
Children: no.
Dogs: no.
Time: 2 hours max.

INFORMATION LINKS

DOUBLE DIAMOND PINS

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