Strong anchoring is the foundation to climbing independently and your life depends on mastering basic skills. If you want to climb outdoors on your own, this course is the best place to start.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

+ Modern anchoring skills and standards
+ Choosing the right equipment
+ Risk assessment and site management
+ How to evaluate natural protection
+ Introduction to placing clean, traditional protection

RATES

$165ea
All necessary climbing and rigging equipment is provided.

LOCATION

Pinnacle Rock - Plainville, CT
Meeting at Starbucks Plainville [Map]

PREREQUISITES

Proficiency with top-rope belay and figure-eight knot. Previous outdoor climbing experience is recommended but not required.

INSTRUCTOR

This course will be taught by Nate McKenzie, AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor.