June 11 Field Day: We will spend the morning at Ute Valley Park, discussing and practicing basic scrambling concepts.
June 12 Field Day: Location is TBD but will involve a bushwhack approach and up to Class 4 scramble with exposure.
David Kuenzli: 813-465-4716, navsareneverlost@gmail.com
Email class instructor with a brief description of 1) previous CMC classes taken, 2) recent climbing experience, 3) fitness regimen, and 4) confirm possession of required equipment. I'll then provide you a passcode.
The purpose of this course is to teach students how to safely and efficiently scramble on class 3 and 4 terrain required for climbing Colorado’s more challenging 13ers and 14ers. Instructors will help students develop their scrambling skills and self-confidence while practicing on Class 3 and 4 terrain with some exposure. Specifically, these are the Course Learning Objectives:
Explain scrambling definitions, terms and classifications
Analyze objective and subjective hazards and practice sound judgment and decision-making
Demonstrate secure footwork and hand holds on scrambling terrain.
Discuss roped travel and belay procedures typically used in exposed terrain (short-roping, simul-climbing, natural protection, Muenter hitch)
Assess and choose off-trail routes in scrambling terrain.
The course is organized by two blocks of self-paced learning, and two blocks of outdoor practical application learning. Required equipment is: Daypack backpack, 10 Essentials, trail/approach shoes appropriate for scrambling certified climbing helmet, alpine harness, locking carabiner, personal anchor system/prusik rope. Recommend work gloves to protect your hands.
I'll be using Google Classroom to host the self-paced learning and class communication. Make sure you accept the invite once registered.
Course registration fee includes students receiving a copy of CMC's Colorado Scrambles.