Time to get rad on trad! Prerequisites Outdoor Lead Climbing or comparable abilities Objectives After spending considerable time climbing indoors in Seattle and taking Kaf’s outdoor intro courses, it’s time to participate in the intermediate class, Trad Climbing Fundamentals. It’s a must for all climbers who want to progress into a confident, competent climber of all styles of outdoor rock climbing. During this important rock climbing course, you will begin honing your skill-set as a traditional gear climber. We will spend 2 days helping you to refine your techniques and begin developing the necessary knowledge to accurately assess systems and scenarios that you will encounter for the rest of your climbing career. The curriculum includes: Comprehensive climbing knots Artificial Gear placement Rope management How to catch a lead fall Cleaning a route Advanced movement & technique Continued natural anchor construction Artificial anchor construction Advanced rappelling techniques Communication Lead belaying (ATC & GRIGRI) Mock leading/lead climbing How and when to fall Picking appropriate routes Down-climbing Proper clipping techniques Mental tips for lead climbing Assessing fixed protection Building top rope anchors Locations Will vary depending on weather. Vantage Mt. Erie Smith Rocks, OR Equipment You will be responsible for bringing the following gear: Personal climbing equipment including helmet, harness Lunches Sleeping bag and sleeping pad You will receive a full packing list upon registration, but feel free to contact Kaf Adventures with any gear specifics questions you have. Included in trip cost Professional instruction Passes and permits Group climbing equipment including ropes, belay devices, anchor and traditional climbing protection Group camping equipment including tents, stoves, cookware Dinner and Breakfast NOT included in trip cost Transportation (carpool options available) Personal climbing equipment including helmet, harness, and shoes Personal camping equipment Rentals are available at a reasonable cost. Kaf Adventures had done it’s very best to create a rental program affordable to your needs. Transportation We recognize that transportation can be tricky. Once registered, Kaf will provide information regarding meeting times, locations and any required parking permits. If interested in carpooling, we will orchestrate a meeting place between participants. Next Steps After completing this course, you will have the necessary skills to participate in our advanced course Traditional Lead Climbing and you will be well on the way to Two Day Mulit-Pitch Climbing. And to get you really excited by all of the fantastic experiences rock climbing training will prepare you for, take a look at our international rock climbing trips. Once you’re confident with your climb skills, joining us on a climbing holiday to Africa, Thailand, Taiwan, India and Mexico is an opportunity you won’t want to miss out on!
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