Running these two canyons together takes about 6.5 hours if we keep a constant pace and everyone contributes to the setup and clearing of each rappel.
It requires climbing up twice to connect the two canyons. The first climb is about 600 feet and the second climb is about 500 feet. After that, there is still another 900 feet on the exit, adding up to 2000 feet of elevation gain and an overall distance of 5.25 miles. The longest rappel is about 180 feet.
This event is not for beginners. You must have all your own equipment. We will need HCVs to get to the trailhead. The group will be a small size...and depends on HCVs.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT:
- ROPE that can be shared with the group
- Backpack large enough to carry all your gear, including a rope
- Harness
- Helmet
- Rappel device with multiple friction settings
- Locking carabiners...at least 4
- Ascending gear on your harness
- Figure 8 to set contingency anchors
- Safety tether
- Gloves
- And anything else that you like to bring with you for running a canyon.
Remember to bring food and water to last at least the duration of the adventure.
You will be asked questions when you respond. Please answer all of them. If you are automatically on the hike, then you will not see the questions. The questions are the same as you have previously acknowledged: 1) Did you read the description and disclaimer? 2) Are you aware that you are responsible for your own safety and well-being while attending these events? 3) Do you have an HCV and if so how many can you take?
DISCLAIMER:
Please be aware that your Meetup organizers are not tour guides and are not park/BLM rangers. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being. By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other outdoor activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possibly death. The organizers of this group and current and former members cannot be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant - including you - at any event. All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer, and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group.
