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Self Rescue Clinic

Learn essential skills to be a safer rock climber - Level 5

Being prepared for the unexpected is a critical part of being a safe rock climber. This intensive course will introduce such skills as alternative ascending, belaying and rappelling techniques, belay escapes, lowering and raising systems, rappel backups, and self-rescue strategies.

Price:

$110

Locations and Time:

Castle Rock State Park, South Bay Area: 9am-3pm

Prerequistes:

Beyond Basics Rock Climbing Class or equivalent

What to Bring

  • Comfortable clothes for cold and hot weather
  • Shoes or boots with good traction
  • 2-3 quarts of water
  • Lunch
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Retainer straps for glasses
  • Personal climbing gear (optional and subject to instructor / guide approval)
  • Medium size backpack to carry your items
  • Consider bringing a tip for your instructor / guide for exceptional service

Outback Adventures Provides:

  • All essential climbing gear
  • Safety equipment
  • Experienced, friendly instructors / guides

Directions to Castle Rock State Park From San Jose

From San Jose, take Highway 85 North to the Saratoga Avenue 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 Boulevard. Follow the road for a few miles. The park will be located on your right. If you park in the main parking lot you will have to pay a $6 day use fee. Please allow yourself at least 30 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.

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