Typically runs
Third weekend before May long weekend (posted in March)

Length
One weekend (Saturday & Sunday)

Prerequisites
Experience belaying

Notes
Applicants must fill out course application form on calendar listing. Course handout.

This is a two day course intended to give an introduction to top rope anchors. The goal is to provide a safe learning environment where people can learn the most basic elements of how to set up various top rope anchors.

Curriculum: 

• ERNEST Anchors
• Safety Considerations
• Types of Anchors
• Anchor Building Material
• Practice, Practice, Practice

Prerequisites:

• Introduction to Rock Climbing OR previous sport climbing experience.
• Compentency in belaying.

Gear Required

• Harness
• Belay device, large locking carabiner
• 4 carabiners (2 locking minimum)
• slings: a selection of length – double length and a few longer slings
• cordelette: 7mm – 5m or 6m long (Prusik cord)
• rope extension: static line – 9mm, about 30m long
• Helmet
• 2m of 7mm rope for rappel backup
• Rock shoes (optional but really help with the climbing)
• Chalk bag (optional)
• Small pack
• Water
• Packed lunch
• Comfortable clothes
• Warm clothes in pack
• Rain jacket
• Wear running shoes or light hiking boots for approach