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.
What to Bring:
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
Price: $110
Time: 9:00 AM to approximately 3:00 PM.
Outback Adventures Provides:
Directions: From Highway 101, take the Highway 1 North exit towards Stinson Beach. You will find this exit off highway 101 just north of Sausalito. Stay on Highway 1 through town, and continue for a little over three miles. Turn right onto Panoramic Highway, and continue up the road towards Mt. Tamapais. Follow signs toward the East Summit, and continue all the way to the end of the road, where you will find a large parking lot. There is a rest room, refreshment stand, and fresh water. Please be prepared for the parking fee of $6. Please allow yourself at least 30 minutes to get to Mount Tamalpais after exiting Highway 101. Last food and gas is located in Tamalpais Valley Junction, right off Highway 101. Meet your guide next to the restrooms where you will find a bulletin board.
Meeting Place: Meet at the Mount Tamalpais East Peak parking area next to the rest rooms.