"So You Want to Climb Monkey Face " Skill Builder by Advanced Rock

Activity Notes

Interested in climbing Monkey Face at Smith Rock State Park? This evening skill builder gives you a clear overview of the easiest routes on the iconic spire plus hands-on practice with aid ladders and ascenders.

We’ll start with a focused lecture covering route options, required gear, lead/follow considerations and descending. Then you’ll rotate through on-wall stations to practice leading on bolt ladders, following and an option jugging station.

Who It’s For:

• Climbers comfortable with trad and multi-pitch systems
• Climbers new to bolt ladders and aid climbing

What this class does not cover:

• Advanced aid climbing techniques
• Evaluation for Monkey Face readiness

Gear Required:

• Harness
• Helmet
• Belay Device
• 5 quick draws or alpine draws
• Shoes 
• (Optional) 2 double slings and 2 single slings 

Gear provided:

• Aid Ladders
• Ascenders 

This class is put on by the Advanced Rock Committee.