Anchors I clinic at Devil's Lake State Park
Saturday, Sep 7, 2024 (8:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Event Information
- Description
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This clinic provides an introduction and/or refresher to building top-rope anchors. Topics covered in this clinic include the use of natural and bolted rock protection, knots, hazard and risk mitigation with top-rope anchors, and a variety of rigging systems. Top-rope rating or equivalent knowledge is required.
We will begin our clinic at the CCC parking lot at 8 am and finish around 3 pm. You can expect to be back in Madison between 4 and 5 pm.
This event has a $5 reservation fee that will be refunded after attendance.
Items to bring:
- At least 2L of water
- Lunch and snacks
- Sturdy closed-toed hiking shoes
- Sun protection
- Day pack (about 15-25L)
- Helmet*
- Harness*
- Climbing shoes*
- Belay device*
*can be rented in advance from HMC, email a gear manager (gearmanager@hoofermountaineering.org) to reserve
Optional items to bring (we don’t expect anyone to own these, but if you do, it can be useful to practice with your own gear) :
- Personal tethering system (e.g. double-length sling, PAS, prussik, or assisted-breaking device like a Grigri)
- Anchor gear (e.g. cord, slings, runners, webbing, lockers/non-lockers)
Transportation:
- Option 1: Meet at the CCC parking lot at 8 AM (C76Q+8P Merrimac, Wisconsin).
- Option 2: Meet at the Memorial Union Circle (circle between Memorial Union and Helen C. White hall) at 7 AM to carpool. Please let me know in advance if you need a ride since spots are limited!
Questions? Email carl.simon.adorf@gmail.com
- Event Type
- Educational Event (passive learning, no rating)
- Accommodation Information
- Cancellation, Reschedule, and Refund Information
- (not set)
- Driving or Travel Details
- For those who need a ride, meet at the Park St. circle at 7:00 am to depart. We will split gear and head up the CCC trail a little after 8:00 am. Depart by 4:00 pm to arrive back in Madison by 5:00pm. You are expected to chip in for gas.
- Equipment/ Gear Required by Participant
- (not set)
- Food and Equipment Information
- Please bring your own water and snacks.
- Trip Cancellation, Reschedule, and Refund Information
- Event will be canceled in case of very poor weather conditions or low registration rate.
- Trip Purpose/Goals
Registration Count
Registration Type | Registrations | Remaining |
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All Participants | 4 | 0 |
Waiting List | 0 | 2 |