Join MAA members in Red Rocks for five days of rad climbing and adventure! These dates will focus on sampling the best of adventurous pitched climbing in these amazing sandstone canyons near Las Vegas. We'll focus on trad multi-pitch, which is what Red Rocks is known for. Recommended for those already fit and familiar with multi-pitch trad climbing, ideally able to lead trad at the 5.8 level. We have a reserved group campsite with room for 20, so everyone is invited!
DETAILS:
What's happening: Multi-pitch climbing at Red Rocks, in teams of 2 or 3. Potential routes to climb include Johnny Vegas 5.7, 3 pitches, and link up with Solar Slab 5.6, 6 pitches, Cat in the Hat 5.5, 4 pitches, Tunnel Vision - 5.6/7, 6 pitches. Group Therapy - 5.7, 6 pitches. Rose Tower - Olive Oil- 5.7, 5 pitches. Also, some top roping and sport climbing as desired.
Where to meet: Red Rock Canyon Campground group campsite TBD Monday, Nov. 4th. This is only 3 miles from the main entrance and just outside Las Vegas, NV. Please carpool.
Event Leader: Darren Shutt (916) 872-3399
Minimum / Maximum: 10-20
Campground information: Site will hold maximum of 20. Maximum 8 vehicles, please carpool. Entrance / gate code is 2102. Everyone will be asked to contribute to help cover the $308 group camping fee.
What to bring: Rock shoes, harness, helmet, belay device, three locking carabiners, PAS, prusik, climbing pack, approach shoes, sunglasses, personal items, layers, storm shell, food for 5 days, capacity for at least 2 liters of water, tent, sleeping bag, pad, stove, fuel, pots, trekking poles, first aid kit. Bring your trad rack and ropes if you have them.
Medical: If you have any medical conditions pertinent to your participation on this event, please inform the event leaders after registration.
ITINERARY:
- Event leader will send out emails discussing details and to arrange carpooling.
- DAY 1, Monday Oct. 20th: Arrival and setting up camp. You can check in as early as 3:00 pm. Group dinner at 6:00 pm, making plans for the next few days.
- DAYS 2-4, Tuesday, Oct. 21stth through Thursday, Oct. 23rd: Head out early, climb hard, and get out of the park before dark.
- DAY 5, Friday, Oct. 24th: Check out 11:00 am. Another day of climbing or heading home.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
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This event is free of charge. MAA receives no direct financial gain for organizing and supporting this event. Donations are not solicited on this event, nor is any exchange of money a requirement for participation.
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This event is open to all Apex, Base, and free Associate members - paid membership is not a requirement of attendance.
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MAA is a 100% volunteer-run, federal and state recognized 501(c)7 not-for-profit membership organization and does not seek or realize a profit from organizing this event; all membership benefits, liability insurance, website, database, administrative costs and all expenses are supported solely through membership, not event fees.
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MAA event leaders are experienced members who are board-approved and volunteer to host the event as a representative of MAA, but are not operating as a guide or compensated as a guide - all participants on the event share responsibility for the safety, decisions, and actions of the group.
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Accordingly, the physical demands, required skills or technical terrain of some events require that we screen participants; individuals should join the waitlist to be considered for RSVP. The experience, skills and fitness in the MAA membership profile will be used to determine the suitability of each individual to the demands of that particular event.
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Participant safety is our top priority. Many circumstances such as mountain conditions, weather, or subjective hazards may necessitate changes to the published itinerary, including cancellation.
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As a private, non-commercial group we operate within the posted group size limits and regulations for this area.
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All MAA members are taught and practice Leave No Trace principles to be good stewards of wild places.
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The event begins and ends at the trailhead. MAA does not insure ridesharing or other travel arrangements and bears no responsibility for them. Carpooling, ride sharing, or anything similar is strictly a private arrangement among individuals.
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MAA event leaders carry communication devices and a medical kit; The primary event leader at a minimum has current wilderness first aid and CPR training as well as MAA policy training.
