WMC Escalante Weekend
You must be a member of the Wasatch Mountain Club to attend this event. ALL ATTENDEES WILL BE VETTED BEFORE BEING MARKED AS ATTENDING. Preference will be given to those who have completed WMC Entry Level training within the past year. Please provide your EL certification date when registering.
Event will be limited to 8 individuals and 1-2 leaders.
SATURDAY CANYON: EGYPT 1 and 3
SUNDAY CANYON: UPPER RED BREAKS
CAMPING: Escalante State Park, joining the already scheduled WMC Car Camping Event. Register for this event to secure a camping spot. Group campsite space is somewhat limited, but other campground options are available nearby.
PLEASE BE AS PUNCTUAL AS POSSIBLE AND PLAN ON ATTENDING BOTH DAYS!
Rule #1 for free events....DON'T CANCEL! And manage your RSVP responsibly.
Required Gear List:
• Harness- (Canyoneering style preferred as it has a horizontal tie-in as opposed to a regular climbing harness)
• Helmet
• Personal anchor system, safety tether, etc.
• Rappel Device (Totem, HooDoo, CRITR2, SQWUREL) or similar device preferred. (No ATCs or similar tube-type device or Figure 8s.)
• 3-4 Locking Screw-Gate Carabiners (HMS, pear-shape preferred)
• Ascending/self-rescue gear.
• Water, food, and snacks for the day
• Dress appropriately for anticipated weather (long sleeve shirt/pants, waterproof shoes, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, windbreaker/jacket, and whatever else you may need to stay comfortable for each day.
• Restrooms WILL NOT be available. Bring a WAG bag, etc.
Registration & Attendance:
To attend this free event, you must have an active Wasatch Mountain Club (WMC) membership. Space is limited, and participants must RSVP individually. If plans change, please cancel at least 24 hours before to give other members the opportunity to participate. No-shows or late cancellations may lead to blacklisting.
Liability Disclaimer:
By registering for and attending this Wasatch Mountain Club (WMC) event, you AGREE to release the organizers jointly and severally from any claims, causes of action, damages, or losses — including death or injury — that may occur from participating. All attendees participate at their own risk and are responsible for any damage or injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up or attending, you acknowledge understanding this disclaimer and voluntarily AGREE TO NOT pursue any claims, including lawsuits, related to this event against the organizers.