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CLIMBING ANCHORS 1.0

  • Peabody Ice Climbing 12326 Foley Road Fenton, MI, 48430 United States (map)

This clinic will cover building climbing anchors in different scenarios including tree anchor systems, sport climbing/bolted anchors, and traditional rock anchors with cams and nuts in a single pitch type environment.. Familiarity of top rope and lead climbing as well as equipment listed below recommended.

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aturday December 2nd 10a-2p

Peabody Ice Climbing, Fenton MI 

Class Size: 6 

COST: $60/person 

WE WILL COVER:

- Anchor fundamentals 

- Constructing anchors using bolts 

- Constructing anchors using trees and other natural protection 

- Intro to building anchors using traditional equip. (ie cams and nuts) 

Qualifications: Due to the nature of this class you need a certain knowledge base prior to this type of clinic. 

1. Familiar with basic climbing techniques including belaying and knots. Outdoor climbing experience or plans to venture outside. 

Gear: You will need your own gear in order to participate in the class. Plan to be outside the majority of the day unless there is heavy rain 

1. Helmet- (can be rented)  

2. Harness 

3. One 7-8mm cordelette ~15 feet. (ie anchor building cordellette) 

4. Two 48 inch nylon runner/sling 

5. Two locking carabiners 

6. Two non-locking carabiners 

7. Two quickdraws 

8. ATC belay device 

9. Webbing (optional)

We have additional equipment for demonstration and use.