Organiser
Greg Carter
Email organiser
Workshop
Intro to Sport Multi-pitch climbing - trip with a workshop
DATE
TIME
9am
- 5pm
PRICE
SKILL LEVEL
All levels
This trip is for experienced single pitch outdoor leaders who would like to learn how to lead sport multi-pitch safely.
About event
This trip is for experienced single pitch outdoor leaders who would like to learn how to lead sport multi-pitch safely.
Day 1 will involve a workshop on basic multi-pitch skills at Monkey Rock. Then, on day 2, you’ll put those skills into practice with more experienced climbers at Angwin Peak in the Porongurups. This trip will cost $80 per participant to cover the cost of Stu Matheson, a member who is a professional climbing instructor. Camping at Cosy Corner.
What
Important gear to carry in small pack whilst on the route, emergency options
Options for belaying from the top (pros, cons)
Options of belay setups (pros, cons)
Stance management considerations
Retrievable abseils, self-protected
Lowering your partner (options depending on belay set up)
Requirements
must have a gym lead pass
must be comfortable climbing grade 16+ on lead outdoors and with cleaning single-pitch routes
have own harness, shoes, helmet, belay device and personal safety (PAS, slings, etc...)
The workshop will run Saturday 9 am - 5 pm. Sunday will be left optional to have some fun and put the new skills into practice.
Not sure or have concerns or questions? Drop the organiser an email; we are here to help.