Calico Tanks Double Alternate Route - V2 Return
Details
REQUIREMENTS FOR SIGN UP - NO EXCEPTIONS
• You must have done one of my Tier 3 or higher 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 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 another alternate route to the Calico Tanks from Calico Basin. It's NOT the same as the other alternate route. It's the same rocks, but a different route. I finally developed this route so that the exposure is minimal, but the scrambling is fun.
This climb has a little more technical climbing than the other alternate, so it's a little more difficult. You'll need to use more upper body strength to make it.
There are a lot of different rock formations and colors to see on this hike. I've seen lots of different animals along this route. You can see my wildlife pictures in my wildlife gallery.
http://richardwaltjen.com/galleries-2/animal-gallery/
Not for beginners or those afraid of heights. There are many places that require intermediate scrambling skills and there is some exposure. You must be able to pull your body weight up and lower yourself down using your arms.
• 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:
•Convent
STATS
• Distance: ~ 2.5 miles loop.
• Elevation gain: ~ 1050 ft.
• High point: 4720
• Low point: 3700
• Difficulty: moderate – difficult
• Pace: ~ 1 Miles Per Hour.
• Children: no.
• Dogs: no.
• Time: 4 hours max.
• Bring: At least two liters of water. Snacks.
INFORMATIONAL 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