This is a full day in the field practicing rock skills. Held at Horsethief Butte, you'll get the opportunity to apply the skills you learned indoors on actual rock. The day will include movement basics, belaying, rappelling, traversing, fixed line travel, and more.

Activity Notes

Catherine Creek Hike and Rock Session at Horsethief Butte Prospectus.

Rock Session Student's Checklist.

Carpool spreadsheet (shared with the Catherine Creek hike the day before).

Gear notes:

  • BCEP rock climbing gear. Rock climbing shoes are optional. You can bring them if you have them, or you can bring mountaineering boots and try climbing in them. Or you can climb in hiking boots, tennis shoes, etc...
  • Sunscreen, baseball caps for sun protection.
  • Water and food for the day - there is no potable water nearby.
Other Information
Expected Duration Car to car in one day
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