Anchoring Clinic - Castle Rock State Park

Class Description: Learn the art of both constructing and analyzing top-rope and belay anchors. Techniques for anchoring off of bolts, trees, and boulders are covered, as well as using cams, nuts and other removable hardware. This course is essential for people who have experience at indoor rock gyms, and are thinking about climbing outdoors.

Comfortable clothes for cold and hot weather

Shoes or boots with good traction

2-3 quarts of water

Food (sandwich, fruit, energy bars)

Sunscreen

Sunglasses

Retainer straps for glasses

Medium size backpack to carry your items

Consider bringing a tip for your instructor / guide for exceptional service

Optional: Any personal climbing gear that you would like to use for your class. Gear will be inspected and approved by your guide on the day of the course.

Level: Beyond Basics or equivalent is recommended

Time: 9:00 AM to approximately 3:00 PM.

Directions from San Jose: From San Jose take Highway 85 north to the Saratoga Ave exit. Turn left (southwest) and follow the road through downtown Saratoga. Once in downtown Saratoga you will be on Highway 9. Continue on Highway 9 until you reach the stop sign at the summit. Turn left onto Skyline Blvd. Follow the road for a few miles. The park will be located on your right. Please allow yourself at least 40 minutes to get to Castle Rock after exiting Highway 85. Last food and gas is located in downtown Saratoga.

Meeting Place: Meet just outside the main parking lot at Castle Rock State Park. If you park in the parking lot you will have to pay a $6 day use fee.

Anchoring Clinic Castle Rock State Park

Anchoring Clinic
Castle Rock State Park