Date
Monday, 29 Oct 2018 6:45 AM
SVEN TOWER III; (5.5-5.8, three-pitch)
DATE: Monday, October 29, 2018
TIME: Meet at 6:45 AM begin approach 7:00 AM
Leader: Scott Picquet
Assistant Leader: Tom Seeley
Attendees will be added to the wait list automtically and then accepted based on AMC membership verification.
Rating: 5.5-5.8 (your choice) (Starting at “Right Rib”)
# OF ATTENDEES: 4 maximum (plus assistant leader)
PAY ATTENTION AND BE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR SAFETY.
TRIP DESCRIPTION: This is a technical climb leaving from Tom’s Thumb Trailhead in the McDowell Mtns., with a 30-40 minute approach/exit. Great granite rock, moderate climb, mixed protection (trad & pro), with a rappel off the back and a hike back around to our bags. We’ll climb with our approach shoes on our harness.
Safety is our #1 goal. It is everyone’s job.
REQUIRED GEAR (Minimum):
Harness, helmet, climbing shoes, approach shoes, belay/rappel device(s) & extension & autoblock & gloves for rappel, 3 (minimum) locking carabiners, personal anchor, 3 prussiks (short medium, long) for self-rescue (or other ascension devices), A PACK THAT IS BIG ENOUGH TO CARRY ROPE, SO YOU APPROACH/EXIT HANDS-FREE, food & water.
Think about whether you need:
gloves for belay +/or rappel, Breathable Rain-suit, chalk bag, glasses strap, sun protection, hat/scarf, sunscreen, first-aid supplies, electrolytes, meds, small pocket knife, camera.
If the above language is not understood, talk to me asap.
It may very well be more windy and cold, or hot and sunny, than you think.
Link to Climb Description: https://www.mountainproject.com/route/106852569/right-rib
Trip participants are selected at the discretion of the outing leader and will be chosen from the wait list.
Prepare for the unexpected. Everything will not always go just as you wish.
MEET-UP LOCATION; McDowell Sonoran Preserve, Tom’s Thumb Trailhead; http://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/trailhead/displayLocation/8#sthash.dIxEGTUi.dpbs
33.694488°, -111.801685°
Meet by 6:45 a.m., to start the approach hike promptly at 7:00 a.m.
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PLEASE CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING:
1. To belay someone is a serious task. Treat it like it is. Pay attention. The climber’s life is in your hands. A good brake hand is essential. Keep your brake hand down (in the “lock” position) as much as possible. Be relaxed and alert.
2. Don’t distract someone when they are setting up for a climb/belay or beginning their climb. Let them focus.
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Street cars are fine. Parking is free.
E-mail Scott at ke7mro@gmail.com to discuss whether this event is for you, or any other issues. If I “Meet-Up message” you, it may go to your spam. Your phone # or email would be helpful.
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AMC language: Climbing is a personal choice and requires personal responsibility. Climbing and associated activities are dangerous and can result in injury and/or death. Climbing exposes you to risks. Risks are not eliminated by training, or skill. By your participation in any AMC activity or event, you accept and assume any and all risks, including those created by negligence, connected to such activity or event.
