Two Day Multi-Pitch Rock Rescue Series
Two-Day Multi-Pitch
Rock Rescue Series
Single:$420
Intermediate -Advanced
Front Range of Colorado
2-Days
Smile's Two-Day Multi-Pitch Rock Rescue Series solves the what-ifs of multi-pitch climbing.
Day one focuses on building strong foundational skills in top belaying, climber assists, device manipulation for lowers, the concept of baseline, rappelling, and ascending a line.
Day two builds on skills from day one and adds rappel rescue skills into our “toolkit”.
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SHIT HAPPENS, CAN YOU SOLVE THE PROBLEM?
Smile's Two Day Multi Pitch Rock Rescue Series solves the what-ifs of multi-pitch climbing.
Day one focuses on building strong foundational skills in top belaying, climber assists, device manipulation for lowers, the concept of baseline, rappelling, and ascending a line.
Day two builds on skills from day one and adds rappel rescue skills into our “toolkit”.
Students will then move into a complex rock environment and incorporate skills learned into a rock rescue drill.
This drill is intended to push students to work in a complex environment incorporating a combination of skills together, building an ability to critically think about possible solutions.
*This drill is structured off of the AMGA Rock Rescue Drill used to assess guides in the ability to solve problems in a complex rescue scenario.
WE WILL FOCUS ON:
+Climber assists including, raising systems.
+Rappelling and ascending a fixed line
+Baseline, a simple starting solution.
+Weight transfers including knot passes.
+Technical descent rescues including, tandem rappels and counter-balanced rappels.
+Releasable temporary ledges aka the spider.
This Rock Rescue Series can be an intense amount of technical information. Students must come prepared with a baseline understanding of knots, hitches, and top belay skills.
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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.
Seminar:
Day one focuses on building strong foundational skills in top belaying, climber assists, device manipulation for lowers, the concept of baseline, rappelling, and ascending a line.
Day two builds on skills from day one and adds rappel rescue skills into our “toolkit”.
Students will then move into a complex rock environment and incorporate skills learned into a rock rescue drill.
This drill is intended to push students to work in a complex environment incorporating a combination of skills together, building an ability to critically think about possible solutions.
*This drill is structured off of the AMGA Rock Rescue Drill used to assess guides in the ability to solve problems in a complex rescue scenario.
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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FOOTWEAR
+Socks
UPPER LAYERS
+Synthetic T-shirt
For Colder Days Please Consider
BOTTOM LAYERS
GLOVES/HATS
+Buff
BACKPACKS
+35-55L Crag Pack
ACCESSORIES
+Sunglasses, Sunscreen, Lip Balm, Sun Hat
+Nalgene, Minimum 1.5L
+Climbing Snacks: 100 calories an hour!
EQUIPMENT
+Belay Device w/x5 Locking Carabiner
+ 120cm Sewn Sling w/ a Non-Locking Carabiner
+ Anchoring Cord 18' w/ a Non-Locking Carabiner
+ 180 cm Sling w/ a Non-Locking Carabiner
+ x2 13.5" Auto Block Loop w/ a Non-Locking Carabiner
+ Single Rack of Cams .3-#3 & Small Assortment of Wedges
+ Alpine Draw and QuickDraws
Smile Mountain Guides can supply rock climbing gear including helmets, harnesses, shoes, ropes, cams, slings, carabiners, and belay/rappel devices.
PREPARATIONS FOR TWO-DAY ROCK RESCUE SEMINAR
Technical Experience
An understanding of leading and the lead-belay system, familiarity with multi-pitch systems and trad climbing, and a working knowledge of knots and hitches are required.
Fitness
General physical fitness is recommended. Climbers should be able to be outside for approximately 8-hours while staying engaged and climbing.
FAQ’s
Two-DAY Rock Rescue Seminar
The answers to our most commonly asked questions for our Rock Rescue Seminar.
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PRICE INCLUDES
+Guide fees (4:1 climber-to-guide ratio)
+Group equipment such as ropes, helmets, harnesses, shoes, and technical climbing equipment.
+Two instructional days
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
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Smile Mountain Guides provides the following gear.
Technical:
+Helmets
+Harness
+Shoes
+Ropes and group technical equipment
Not Provided:
+Cams
+Anchoring cord
+Prussik cords
+Draws/slings
Smile Mountain Guides does not provide the clothing needed to be comfortable in the mountain environment.
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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 4 guests and 1 guide.
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Please click here to review our domestic cancellation policy.
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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.