Self-Rescue Skills






Self-Rescue Skills
Start developing your ability to improvise, problem solve, and self-rescue in the vertical world. Using standard multi-pitch climbing equipment, you will learn simple rope systems to lower or raise a climber, how to ascend a rope, and the W’s of getting help.
Program Information
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Self Rescue Skills
Group [1:4] $265 2025 DATES COMNG SOON
Private [1:1] $435.00 | Semi [1:2] $575.00 | Custom Group $860 for 4, $115 each additional participant
Start developing your ability to improvise, problem solve, and self-rescue in the vertical world. Using standard multi-pitch climbing equipment, you will learn simple rope systems to lower or raise a climber, how to ascend a rope, and the W’s of getting help.
Escaping the belay
Hauling & lowering systems
Evacuation: calling for help, aiding in rescue and what to expect
Ascending the rope
This is an information heavy course that builds on multi pitch climbing skills and requires familiarity with common climbing knots and hitches; Figure 8 (follow-through & bight), Munter, Clove Hitch, Box Knot, Fishermans, Prussic.
Includes
ACMG certified guide, outdoor climbing equipment, personal climbing equipment (if required)
Booking Confirmation and Itinerary
After registering for a course or completing a custom booking request you will receive an email confirmation and an itinerary for the course. A pre-trip emailed will be sent 2-3 days prior to the course/confirmed booking date to confirm location, meeting place and time, and any weather or conditions considerations.
Transportation
Guests are responsible for their own transportation to and from the trip location.
Weather and Cancellation Policy
All programs will run as scheduled unless weather conditions are deemed to be a risk to the group. Participants should pack appropriate clothing for all possible weather conditions and for extended time outdoors.
Liability and Safety Considerations
Warning: Climbing is inherently dangerous. All participants will be required to complete an online waiver before participating in this program. We strongly encourage you to read through this legal document in its entirety and ensure that you understand the potential risk before signing. If you have any questions about the waiver or how we plan to manage risk, please reach out to us as soon as possible. Learn more about our terms, conditions and complete the waiver here.