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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 a waiver to me, you do not need to provide another one.

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

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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. 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 "crow flies" route back to Red Springs. It goes through "the rut" and a few other slots. It also has more climbing, so be prepared for more work on your lungs.
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• 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 on by message or text on the night before the hike.

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

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