Small Group Outdoor Rock Climbing Workshop266

Objective:
To provide participants with the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to safely and effectively engage in outdoor rock climbing in a small group setting.
Prerequisites:
* No prior climbing experience required
* Basic fitness and mobility
* Comfortable with heights
Materials:
* Climbing shoes and harness
* Belay device and locking carabiner
* Climbing rope
* Helmet
* Quickdraws
* Chalk bag
Outline:
Day 1:
* Introduction and Safety:
* Overview of rock climbing equipment and terminology
* Knot tying and rope handling
* Climbing ethics and safety guidelines
* Basic Climbing Techniques:
* Top roping setup and belaying technique
* Proper footwork, hand placement, and body positioning
* Leading and following techniques
* Climbing Practice:
* Practice lead and follow climbing on a variety of routes
Day 2:
* Multi-Pitch Climbing:
* Multi-pitch anchor systems and belaying techniques
* Efficient rope management
* Rappelling and emergency procedures
* Advanced Climbing Techniques:
* Crack climbing and chimney techniques
* Slab climbing and friction moves
* Climbing Safety and Group Dynamics:
* Communication and situational awareness
* Risk assessment and decision-making in small groups
Day 3:
* Route Selection and Risk Management:
* Route reading and grading
* Identifying and mitigating potential hazards
* Wilderness First Aid for Climbers:
* Basic wound care
* Musculoskeletal injuries
* Environmental emergencies
* Assessment and Debrief:
* Evaluation of skills and knowledge
* Discussion of trip planning, preparation, and safety protocols
Teaching Methodology:
* Hands-on demonstrations and practice
* Small group instruction with individualized feedback
* Scenario-based exercises to simulate real-world situations
* Discussion and reflection on climbing ethics and best practices
Assessment:
* Participation and engagement throughout the workshop
* Demonstration of fundamental climbing techniques
* Safe and responsible decision-making in a group setting
* Completion of a written knowledge assessment
Participant Outcomes:
Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
* Safely and effectively lead and follow rock climbs in a small group setting
* Perform basic knots and rope handling skills
* Understand climbing ethics and safety guidelines
* Identify and mitigate potential hazards
* Communicate effectively within a climbing group
* Respond to basic emergencies in a wilderness setting
* Plan and prepare for a safe and enjoyable climbing experience

2025-01-05

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