Canyon Leader Course (ACE-L3), Grand Junction

Note: the cost of this course is $395 (but it also requires completion of Wilderness First Aid (WFA) - we offer a discount through Survival Med if you don't already have a certification.)

IMPORTANT: You need to sign up at:
https://uberadventures.net/product/canyon-leader-course/
(Meetup started charging extra fees, so book directly on UberAdventures.)

Canyon Leader Course (ACE-L3)

This course is designed to prepare you for organizing or leading canyon trips, to improve skills, and to increase the number of tools in your toolbox; specifically providing the next level of skills and training through technical instruction and experiential practice. It teaches the skills that at least ONE member in your group should have. While these tools are a vital component for any active canyoneer, they are imperative for anyone leading rookies, kids, family or friends into a canyon. This course provides strategic training for unexpected technical and group management challenges ... when things don't go quite as planned!

While this course is designed primarily to meet the needs of recreational canyoneers, it also provides a bridge between the Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) and the Canyon Rescue Course (ACE-L4), and forms the training foundation for those planning to seek ACE certification as a Professional Canyon Guide! (ACE-L5) While it is not required you take ACE-L2-L3-L4 Courses in sequence, it is recommended.

The TOPICS and SKILLS covered will include:
Group Gear Choices & Distribution, Pack Management
Strand Isolation and Leapfrogging for speeding things up
Static Courtesy Rappels to make hard-starts easier
Dynamic Courtesy Rappels to make super-hard-starts safer and easier
Lowering Systems for emergencies and speed
Pre-Rigged Rappels and Rigging Kids for Rappel
Static & Dynamic Edge Protection to increase rope life
Direct Top Belays, Handlines and Sequencing
Alternate Guided Rappel Options to keep people dry
Advanced Belay Techniques & Rappel Friction for Long Rappels
Passing Knots on Ascend and Rappel and Changeovers
Advanced Lock-Off Methods
Converting Static Block to Lowering System for assist or rescue
Isolating In-Field Rope Damage (Core Shot)
Constructing a Swiss Seat or Swami for rescue or gear failure
Rappelling on a Munter for emergencies
Advanced Friction Options

PREREQUISITE: Since this course builds upon the skills and techniques presented in our Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) AND our Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2), we recommend that you've either taken both courses or have significant relevant personal experience before taking this class (please inquire if you're unsure if this is the correct fit for your current skill set.)

In addition, canyon leaders should have a minimum of Wilderness First Aid (WFA) training and be able to recognize warning signs, initiate treatment, and decide on urgency of evacuation for common medical conditions. Current WFA certification is a required prerequisite for the Canyon Leader Course. If you do not currently have WFA certification, Uber Adventures has partnered with Survival Med to provide training at a discounted price. Please contact us for more information.

GEAR: Basic personal gear is required for this course: Harness, Helmet, Descender, Figure 8 for Rigging, Double Length Safety Tether, 5-6 Locking HMS Carabiners, 48" Sling/Runner/Footloop, Prusik Loop, VT Prusik, Mechanical Ascenders, 25' of webbing, 20' Cordelette or Canyon Cordelette(Optional), Gloves, Pack, and appropriate Shoes. We can loan any gear you are missing for the course, but by L3 you should really own these items.

INSTRUCTORS: A.J. Pastula
ACE L1-L4 Instructor, L5 Certified Guide
http://uberadventures.net/team/ (2nd row, left)

UBER Adventures is America’s premier Canyoneering Instruction, Events and Community! We offer a variety of Canyoneering Courses to get the beginner/intermediate Canyoneer up-to-speed in his/her Canyoneering-specific skills; all the way through the comprehensive training for anyone seeking ACE certification as a Professional Canyon Guide (ACE-L5).

PAYMENT: The total cost of this course is $395. Sign up at https://uberadventures.net/product/canyon-leader-course/ The fee is non-refundable, but may be put toward a future class during the same calendar year if 30 days notice are given, cancelling your participation in this course. Feel free to post your questions as a comment or contact me directly through DM. (You can also check out our website at http://uberadventures.net )

Remember that a Wilderness First Aid certification is also required for this course, and we have a discount through our partner Survival Med if needed.

Included with tuition is all instruction and use of all group Canyoneering equipment, i.e.: ropes, webbing, rope bags, rapides, rigging, etc. ... and a Certificate of Completion!!

SCHEDULE: This class will run from 7am to 5 or 6pm on Saturday and Sunday with as much hands on learning as possible.

POLICIES: https://uberadventures.net/policies/

TESTIMONIALS: https://uberadventures.net/testimonials/

Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Curriculum (provided by Survival Med)

Patient Assessment System and Basic Life Support
Breathing, Circulatory and Nervous System Assessment
Spinal Stabilization
Basic CPR and Abdominal Thrusts
Medical Emergencies
Allergies and Anaphylaxis
Respiratory and Cardiac Emergencies
Abdominal Pain
Diabetes
Stroke and Altered Mental States
Environmental Injuries
Heat and Cold Related Illnesses and Injuries
Altitude Illnesses
Poison, Stings and Bites
Drowning and Cold-Water Immersion
Traumatic Injuries
Shock
Musculoskeletal Injuries
Brain and Spinal Cord Injuries
Athletic Injuries
Basic Expedition Medicine
Trip Planning
Weather Considerations
Hydration and Water Treatment
Wound Management
Evacuation Protocols