Intro to Multi-Pitch Climbing

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Intro to

Multi-Pitch Climbing

Single:$250

Intro- Intermediate

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Golden, Colorado

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1-Day

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GROW INTO THE MULTI-PITCH CLIMBING WORLD!

This course is meant for climbers who want to expand their adventures into the multi-pitch sport climbing world with a supportive group and passionate like-minded climbers and guides.

  • GROW INTO THE MULTI-PITCH CLIMBING WORLD!

    This course is meant for climbers who want to expand their adventures into the multi-pitch sport climbing world with a supportive group and passionate guides.

    THIS COURSE COVERS

    + Fundamental gear for multi-pitch sport climbing

    +Nuanced route preparation and planning

    +Multi pitch anchor considerations and top belay

    +Blocking vs swapping leads

    +Descent best practices & rappelling

    GET EXCITED- WE’RE HERE FOR YOU!

    This course is offered at several climbing crags in Clear Creek Canyon, Colorado. Your guide will confirm the location in their pre-trip email based on weather and group considerations.

  • This adventure takes place in Golden, Colorado.

    Pre-Course Call:

    Our team extends the offer to schedule a group call before your course. They will discuss crag options for the day, review gear needs, and share a general time plan for the climbing day. This is also a great way to ask any questions.

    Morning:

    Meet at the trailhead given to you by your guide, share in some group hellos, and share a morning meeting,

    The team will make any small adjustments to the kit and then take a stroll to the crag.

    An integral part of climbing is familiarity with the area and its history. Our team shares some stories and educates as we approach.

    The Day of Climbing:

    Mini teaching sessions focused on specific multi-pitch skills taught via ground school, lead the way to live leads. and practice in real terrain,

    End Of Day Debrief:

    At the cars, we focus our attention on the day; sharing the Rose, the Bud, and the Thorn to ruminate more deeply on the experience. It is often customary ( but not mandatory) to have a meal back in the town to celebrate the great days spent in the mountains!

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Our Approach

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PREPARATIONS FOR INTRO TO MULTI-PITCH

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Technical Experience

No technical climbing experience is required for this program.

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Fitness

General physical fitness is recommended. Climbers should be able to be outside for approximately 8-hours while staying engaged and climbing.

FAQ’s

Intro to Multi-Pitch

The answers to our most commonly asked questions for our Intro to Multo-Pitch day.

  • PRICE INCLUDES

    +Guide fees (4:1 climber-to-guide ratio)

    +Group equipment such as ropes, helmets, harnesses, shoes, and technical climbing equipment.

    PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

    +Food and beverage

    +Transportation

    +Hotels/lodging in Colorado

    +All expenses incurred in the event of early departure (evac fees)

    +Trip cancellation insurance

  • Smile Mountain Guides provides the following gear.

    Technical:

    +Helmets

    +Harness

    +Shoes

    +Ropes and group technical equipment

    Smile Mountain Guides does not provide the clothing needed to be comfortable in the mountain environment.

  • Smile focuses on small groups and ratios that meet the professional mountain guiding standard. These programs have a 4:1 ratio and can accommodate up to 8 guests and two guides.

  • Please click here to review our domestic cancellation policy.

  • Yes! A large portion of our business is designed around custom programs. Please email, climb@smilemountainguides.com if you would like more information or visit our Custom Instruction page.

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