What we’re about
There are many canyoneering opportunities throughout the Southwest! From San Diego, through the San Gabriels and San Bernardinos, the Los Padres, the Sierra and as far north as Death Valley in California (and beyond); not to mention those near Las Vegas, those scattered through Arizona and those bursting from the seams of the topographic maps of Utah. The purpose of this Meetup Group is to connect people in the Southwest for this adventure activity/sport/passion and to provide certified instruction, experiential education, canyoneering opportunities and an introduction to the Canyoneering Community in a safe and fun way. Anybody with the desire to learn canyoneering and anybody who already canyoneers ... this is your group. Tho located in California, the area this Meetup Group covers includes Nevada, Colorado, Arizona and Utah. (Note: By basing it in Southern California, trips of greater distance are made more plausible by cost-sharing travel expenses!)
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Bailey CanyonBailey Canyon Wilderness Park, Sierra Madre, CA
Bailey Canyon is a very accessible canyon that’s great for beginner & experienced canyoneers. It has a large number of rappels for practicing rigging as well as opportunities to practice ascending, down-climbing, overhangs, partner captures and more! The approach of this canyon starts in a residential park with a parking lot and a restroom with a flush toilet. The approach takes about an hour on a well-maintained trail. At the moment, the park is closed for trail repairs following the recent rains, but I spoke with a city officer who believes the trail will be open by the weekend. If it is still closed, we'll head over to another nearby canyon.
Meet in Bailey Canyon Wilderness Park at 8:00 am.
Read and bring the beta:
http://ropewiki.com/Bailey_CanyonSnap shot:
Rating: 3AII / Time: 5h overall / Hike: 3mi ↑1280ft approach / Raps: 12-15 Max ↕105ft / Shuttle: NONE / Permits: NoPersonal gear:
Harness / Helmet / Rappel device / 2 locking carabiners minimum / Safety-tether / optional ascending system / 48" sling/foot loop / at least 1 liter of water & canyon snacksGroup gear:
(x1) 200' Rope / (x2)100' / 30’ Webbing & Rapides / First Aid Kit
Have rope? Have webbing? if you want to aid in caring group gear or supplying group gear bring what you have and we will divvy it up at the entrance before hiking or chime in here.*REQUIREMENTS to join this event as well as any of the other recreational events posted on this Meetup Group, are that you must have taken the Uber Adventures Technical Canyoneering Course. (Exceptions may be made for those who have taken an approved equivalent course, or for those who have SIGNIFICANT canyoneering experience. Approval for these exceptions are at the discretion of the group organizer.)
*NOTE: Since this is not a guided trip and because canyoneering is a team sport where every member should be able to rappel well, inspect anchors, build new anchors, rig for all contingencies, manage ropes efficiently and contribute in every aspect of the adventure, anyone who's profile does not reflect the appropriate training or sufficient experience will not be allowed to participate. PLEASE KEEP YOUR PROFILE ACCURATE & UP-TO-DATE! If at the trailhead for this event you do not have the appropriate gear or training, you will be turned away. - Little Santa Anita Canyon172 E Mira Monte Ave, Sierra Madre, CA
Canyon info is available here:
http://ropewiki.com/index.php/Little_Santa_Anita_Canyon
15 rappels - Highest is 50'
Elevation Gain - 1060 feetAll participants must be experienced and have all required gear to pass through such canyon
Water level - You will get wet! Still plenty water and some swimmers.Meet here at 7:45: https://goo.gl/maps/iUZURYXqpnUnhtGP8
We start walking at 8:00Hiking Gear:
Backpack. Plenty water. Lunch/snacks. Clothing appropriate to anticipated weather. Hat. Sunscreen.
Recommended personal First-Aid kit + Emergency Kit.Gardening:
May of our canyons have over-grown sections.
* Bring your favorite Bypass Pruners, Hedge Sheers, Saw, Machete or whatever you have.Canyoneering Gear Must:
Harness + Rappelling Device, 3-4 Extra Locking Carabiners, Safety Tether. Helmet. Ascending set of your choice. Whistle.
Ropes:
We'll need at least 1 x 50’ + 100' ropes- Some Anchors may need replacement. Please bring some Webbing and Quick-links to help with anchors.
Beta:
For your safety and others: Please be sure to have the Beta and Map of the canyonTRIP RULES (or Safe & Smart Hiking)
> Leave your trip plan and expected start & finish times with a trusted friend or family member.
> Do what you can to be: Trail ready. Weather ready. Emergency ready.
> Stick together! On the hike’s in and out of the canyon do not walk away from the group, wait for others. If you need to use the (natural) facilities, Let someone know.
While rappelling - DO NOT spread the group over more than 2 waterfalls at a time.THE FINE PRINT
> This is not a guided trip! Canyoneering is a team sport where every member should be able to rappel well, inspect anchors, build new anchors, rig for all contingencies, manage ropes efficiently and contribute in every aspect of the adventure. All participants should have appropriate training and/or sufficient previous experience.
> You are responsible for your own and your guests safety. - Los Angeles - Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1)Stoney Point Park, Chatsworth, CA
Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1)
To register for this class, please visit our website:
Upcoming Events – Uber AdventuresWhat is Canyoneering?
Canyoneering is an adventure sport that combines hiking, wading, swimming, jumping, sliding, boulder-hopping, scrambling, down-climbing, sometimes packrafting and always rappelling — often over waterfalls! Physically, it takes significantly less upper body strength than rock climbing and is therefore a sport that can be enjoyed by a much larger spectrum of the population - young or mature, tall or short, large or small. If you can hike, you can canyoneer! Our basic course gets you from "That looks cool!" to "Woohoo!" in 3 days! Check out these Vimeos and see why we are hooked on the sport!https://vimeo.com/148696696
https://vimeo.com/104538804Instruction: UBER Adventures is America’s premier Canyoneering Instruction, Events and Community! We offer a variety of Canyoneering Courses to get the beginner/intermediate Canyoneer up-to-speed in his/her Canyoneering-specific skills; to provide intermediate Canyoneers with the skill set to tackle Advanced canyons; to train Leaders/Organizers the techniques and strategies for technical and group-management challenges; to teach individuals and groups the skills necessary to perform immediate in-canyon self-rescues, partner rescues and to assist with group emergencies; and ultimately to provide the comprehensive training for anyone interested in seeking certification as a Professional Canyon Guide.
Prerequisite: None
This is a beginner to intermediate course which teaches the skills necessary to safely descend canyons as part of a group (being a competent participant and the knowledge to recognize and implement safe canyon practices). This course is designed to quickly get the beginner up-to-speed on basics, to give both the rookie and intermediate canyoneer new tools for his/her toolbox and will help intermediate cayoneers refine their current skill set!
The TOPICS and SKILLS covered will include:
· Knots, Bends and Hitches
· Canyon Rating System
· Rules, Ethics, Style, Communication and Courtesy
· Specific Gear Choices, Requirements, Use and Care
· Belays, Lowering and Handlines
· Natural, Artificial, & Human Anchors
· Static and Contingency Riggings
· Rope Deployment, Coiling, Bagging and Etiquette
· Rappelling Techniques & On-Rope Skills
(Adding Friction Pre-rappel, Mid-rappel, Locking Off, etc.)
· Specialized Rappelling Techniques
(Hard Starts, Soft Starts, Free-Hanging, Over-Hanging, etc.)
· Basic Climbing & Down Climbing Skills
(Bridging, Stemming, Partner Assists, Partner Captures, etc.)
· Safety Checking and Basic Self-Rescue
And, within each of these broad subjects are a myriad of skills and tools.Tuition: The cost of this course is only $395. For a full list of our course offerings and locations, go to https://UberAdventures.net
Gear Requirements for this course are a harness and a helmet (we can loan these out if you don't have them ... and we offer a 10% discount for any gear bought before/after the course at the Uber Adventures store), and we also loan out carabiners, descenders, tethers, foot loops, prusiks, etc. Feel free to borrow our gear for this course, until you determine what your needs will be.
Instructor: Todd Kolberg
Policies: https://uberadventures.net/policies/
Testimonials: https://uberadventures.net/testimonials/Not open - Las Vegas - Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) + Monday Canyon!Boulder Beach Picnic Area, Boulder City, NV
Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1)
To register for this class, please visit our website:
Upcoming Events – Uber AdventuresWhat is Canyoneering?
Canyoneering is an adventure sport that combines hiking, wading, swimming, jumping, sliding, boulder-hopping, scrambling, down-climbing, sometimes packrafting and always rappelling — often over waterfalls! Physically, it takes significantly less upper body strength than rock climbing and is therefore a sport that can be enjoyed by a much larger spectrum of the population - young or mature, tall or short, large or small. If you can hike, you can canyoneer! Our basic course gets you from "That looks cool!" to "Woohoo!" in 3 days! Check out these Vimeos and see why we are hooked on the sport!https://vimeo.com/148696696
https://vimeo.com/104538804Instruction: UBER Adventures is America’s premier Canyoneering Instruction, Events and Community! We offer a variety of Canyoneering Courses to get the beginner/intermediate Canyoneer up-to-speed in his/her Canyoneering-specific skills; to provide intermediate Canyoneers with the skill set to tackle Advanced canyons; to train Leaders/Organizers the techniques and strategies for technical and group-management challenges; to teach individuals and groups the skills necessary to perform immediate in-canyon self-rescues, partner rescues and to assist with group emergencies; and ultimately to provide the comprehensive training for anyone interested in seeking certification as a Professional Canyon Guide.
Prerequisite: None
This is a beginner to intermediate course which teaches the skills necessary to safely descend canyons as part of a group (being a competent participant and the knowledge to recognize and implement safe canyon practices). This course is designed to quickly get the beginner up-to-speed on basics, to give both the rookie and intermediate canyoneer new tools for his/her toolbox and will help intermediate cayoneers refine their current skill set!
The TOPICS and SKILLS covered will include:
· Knots, Bends and Hitches
· Canyon Rating System
· Rules, Ethics, Style, Communication and Courtesy
· Specific Gear Choices, Requirements, Use and Care
· Belays, Lowering and Handlines
· Natural, Artificial, & Human Anchors
· Static and Contingency Riggings
· Rope Deployment, Coiling, Bagging and Etiquette
· Rappelling Techniques & On-Rope Skills
(Adding Friction Pre-rappel, Mid-rappel, Locking Off, etc.)
· Specialized Rappelling Techniques
(Hard Starts, Soft Starts, Free-Hanging, Over-Hanging, etc.)
· Basic Climbing & Down Climbing Skills
(Bridging, Stemming, Partner Assists, Partner Captures, etc.)
· Safety Checking and Basic Self-Rescue
And, within each of these broad subjects are a myriad of skills and tools.Tuition: The cost of this course is only $395. For a full list of our course offerings and locations, go to https://UberAdventures.net
Gear Requirements for this course are a harness and a helmet (we can loan these out if you don't have them ... and we offer a 10% discount for any gear bought before/after the course at the Uber Adventures store), and we also loan out carabiners, descenders, tethers, foot loops, prusiks, etc. Feel free to borrow our gear for this course, until you determine what your needs will be.
Instructor: Ben Lewis
Policies: https://uberadventures.net/policies/
Testimonials: https://uberadventures.net/testimonials/Not open
