Rock Rescue Clinic: Belay Escapes

January 30th, 6:00pm to 7:30pm

Ever wonder what to do if your climbing partner gets hurt while on the rope? In our Belay Escapes clinic, you'll get the chance to learn and refine the key skill of tying off a belay device to "go hands-free." Group equipment is provided, but please bring a harness, belay device, and a locking carabiner if you have them.

You'll learn and practice techniques including:

When, why, and how to escape from a belay system
How to tie a Load Releasable hitch / Mule Knot
Preventing catastrophic failures
Considerations for what to do next

Prerequisites:

Edgeworks Top Rope Belay Card
Adaptive/Accessibility: Essential Eligibility Criteria (EEC)

Registration is FREE for members, but space is limited. Pre-registration is required.