Sport climbing has rapidly become one of the most popular aspects of climbing and many people are making the transition from gym style climbing to the outdoors. The Owens Valley has a wealth of different locations and rock types to choose from with climbs at all levels of difficulty making it an ideal place to take a climbing vacation.

Locations
The large number of sport climbing crags in the area make it possible to climb in a different location and on a different rock type each day. However, we will endeavor to be flexible and take into account the weather conditions, other climbers and your personal desires in choosing the day's itinerary. The best places will be;

The Owens Gorge. With over 600 routes this area has a tremendous concentration of climbs on andesite and welded tuff rock types. Routes here start in at 5.6 and in contrast to many other sport areas the greatest concentration of climbs is at the 5.10 level. The Gorge is at low elevation and can be a hot place during summer.

Rock Creek. At 8,000 feet in the Sierra the Rock Creek area offers wonderful granite bolted routes. The climbing is varied requiring a repertoire of skills and techniques. Surrounded by aspen groves this is a beautiful locale during the month of fall. Routes here start at 5.9 and go upwards.

Itinerary
During the two days the topics covered will include:

• Stretching for climbing
• Footwork
• Putting a route together
• Visualization
• Mental and physical training for sport climbing
• Equipment selection
• Anchor construction and it's safe usage.
• And of course as much climbing as you are able to handle.

Instructors
Our guides are American Mountain Guides Association trained so you can expect the highest level of climbing and safety knowledge combined with solid instructional skills and professionalism.

Please refer to our Planning for Success info sheet for more info.

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