This course has been designed to teach the basics of lead climbing. You will learn how to rack and carry gear efficiently, sling protection to avoid rope drag, protect traverses and select stances for placing protection. Aid Climbing Learn the basics of this mechanical and sometimes confusing aspect of rock climbing. You will learn clean aid techniques as well as different methods of following aid pitches. We guide all of the classic Smith Rock routes.
Rock climbing in an alpine environment is a very rewarding experience.
In this 2 day course, we spend one day at Smith Rock State Park covering the basics of rock climbing. On day 2, we attempt an ascent of Mt Washington, putting those rock climbing skills to work in an alpine arena. This 2 day seminar is designed for the experienced climber who has the desire to become a competent lead climber. There will be extensive top roped lead climbing with an emphasis on how and where to place solid protection. This four day course combines the Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced courses along with plenty of classic climbs at Smith Rock.