Intro to Trad I & II

Learn the fundamentals of trad climbing with this two-part clinic. Participants should be experienced lead climbers and have some outdoor climbing experience.

Trad Climbing I will cover trad gear, racking up, active vs. passive gear, placing cams and nuts, building alpine draws, when to extend, and more.

Trad Climbing II will cover trad anchors, belaying a follower, multi-pitch transitions, basic crack climbing technique, mock leading, and review and practice of all skills.