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Introduction to Canyoneering

Guided • Lesson

Duration: 8 hours

Hanksville

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Beginner Friendly
Small Group Sizes
Kid Friendly
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$299 Person

Description

1-Day Introduction to Canyoneering Course in Utah

Are you curious about canyoneering and want to learn more about the sport? Our 1-Day Introduction to Canyoneering Course is the perfect entrance into the growing sport of canyoneering.  Spend a day descending a canyon with a professional canyoneering guide who will share an overview of the sport and teach you basic foundational skills. You'll develop a basic foundation of skills to participate as a canyoneering team member and participate in a unique experience set in one of the world's most distinct landscapes. In this course, you will spend the day learning about the basic canyoneering information and techniques used including:
  1. Canyon rating system
  2. Gear selection and maintenance
  3. Rappelling techniques
  4. Belaying techniques
  5. Anchor inspection
  6. Basic rope management
  7. Use of hand lines
  8. Safety
  9. Hazard recognition

This is the perfect opportunity to try out canyoneering and decide if it is a sport you would like to pursue. All necessary technical gear is provided to students to use during the course.

Robbers Roost / Dirty Devil Wilderness:

Your Introduction to Canyoneering course will take place in the heart of the Colorado Plateau, just southeast of Hanksville Utah, lies one of the truly undiscovered gems of North America. The Dirty Devil River winds for over ninety miles through a labyrinth of red-rock canyons surrounded by some of the most rugged and remote wilderness landscapes of the American Southwest. Over thousands of millennia, this small desert stream has carved a wilderness paradise that has been home to an interesting variety of inhabitants. The Fremont Indians lived in the canyons for over 800 years—from A.D. 500 to A.D. 1300. Signs of their presence can be observed throughout the region in the form of pictograph panels, granaries, and chiseled moqui steps. More recent inhabitants include bands of outlaws from the late 1800s—most notoriously Butch Cassidy and the Wildbunch Gang. The maze of wild and remote canyons provided an ideal hideout for these fugitives and wild-west outlaws.

Duration 

Full Day (8 hours)

Location / Where to Meet

Hanksville, UT
We meet at the Intersection of HWY-24 and HWY-95 in Hanksville
(175 UT-24, Hanksville, UT 84734)

Ages & Requirements

No previous experience is required! This trip is suitable for beginners of all ages who enjoy an active, adventurous, and educational outdoor experience. We welcome children aged 7 and older. Adults should be able to carry a pack weighing 10-20 pounds.

What's Included

  1. Experienced and professional guides
  2. Wilderness-based classroom
  3. All team canyoneering equipment (i.e., ropes, webbing, and rigging)
  4. Course-specific handouts
  5. Federal land permit fees
  6. Safety equipment, including a team first-aid kit and satellite messenger
  7. A commitment to make the course as exciting, challenging, and informative as you’d like

Not Included

  1. Meals
  2. Travel Insurance
  3. Transportation to trailhead
  4. Gratuity for your guide

What to Bring / Wear

Wear clothes you can move in and don’t mind if they get “worn-in” by the canyons. We recommend wearing clothing that covers your knees and elbows. Layers are also key! For your feet, comfortable medium-weight hiking shoes or boots work best. You definitely need closed-toed shoes (no Chacos!) that you’ve worn before and broken in well. We recommend bringing:
  1. Harness, helmet, & rappel device
  2. Layered clothing
  3. Comfortable, sturdy footwear
  4. Sun protection
  5. Small backpack
  6. Water bottles or bladder
  7. Headlamp or flashlight
A full packing list will be sent upon booking.

FAQ

Do I need previous experience to participate?
No. This particular adventure is designed for beginners. We’ll teach you the ropes at the beginning, and then let you put into practice all your new skills.
Will there be cell service available?
There is usually little to no signal where we tour. It’s the perfect time to unplug and truly enjoy nature!
How strenuous is this trip?
This trip has a difficulty rating of 2 out of 5, which means you can expect easy to moderate hiking and scrambling using hands and feet for balance and support, over distances up to 3 miles, and elevation gain of up to 600ft/day. A rope may be used for handlines, belays, rappels, and lowering packs.
How much solitude will we experience?
Expect to see no other hikers or travelers on your trip.
How big are the groups?
We have a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 8 guests.
What will the weather be like?
The area in which we guide experiences four distinct seasons: moderate springs and falls, cool winters, and hot summers. Many consider the ideal weather in Canyon country to occur during spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). The sun shines throughout the year and the wind comes and goes throughout the seasons.

ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Get In The Wild Adventures

Cancellation Policy

60 days or more prior to trip start date: full refund minus a $25 per person administrative fee.
59-46 days prior to trip start date: guest will be refunded 75% of trip cost.
45-31 days prior to trip start date: guest will be refunded 50% of trip cost.
30 days or less prior to trip start date: no refund, trip credit, or transfer of payment.
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