A climber waves while on the pitch 3 traverse of Dirty Pinkos, a popular 5 pitch route at Smith Rock State Park.
Two climbers in a cave-like area known as the Monkey's mouth, high above the ground at Smith Rock.
A climber celebrates the completion of her multi-pitch climb at Smith Rock with her hands in the air.
A climber uses aiders and an ascender to help her climb a short vertical rock section on a feature known as Monkey Face.
A climber waves while on the pitch 3 traverse of Dirty Pinkos, a popular 5 pitch route at Smith Rock State Park.
Two climbers in a cave-like area known as the Monkey's mouth, high above the ground at Smith Rock.
A climber celebrates the completion of her multi-pitch climb at Smith Rock with her hands in the air.
A climber uses aiders and an ascender to help her climb a short vertical rock section on a feature known as Monkey Face.

Smith Rock Multi-Pitch Climbing Course

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Build the technical knowledge and experience to venture farther up the rock walls or into the alpine. This course is intended to build on your knowledge of sport and traditional climbing and introduce strategy about climbing multiple rope lengths (pitches) off the ground.

You will learn about knots used for multi-pitch climbing, advanced anchor techniques, efficient belay transitions, rope management, belaying from above, communication on multi-pitch climbs, managing multiple rappels, basic self-rescue and more in this action-packed two-day course.

**Each weekend will either focus on sport climbing or trad climbing as noted in the calendar above. If neither is selected, please let us know your preference upon registration.

Leave this course ready to take your climbing to new heights!

Duration

  • 2 days
  • 8 hrs/day

Season

  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Autumn

Client:Guide Ratio

2:1

Minimum Participants

2

Each morning, meet your climbing instructor at 8am and hike to the climbing site. You can expect to be back to the parking lot around 4pm each afternoon. You are responsible for your own lodging and food. Campsites are available nearby the climbing area.

Day 1 - You will spend this day focusing on the individual multi-pitch components that support a larger picture. Your instructor will break each section into smaller pieces as we build up the skill set. All lessons will be held on the ground in lecture sessions with practical application after each one.

Day 2 - The second day will give you the opportunity to put the skills you learned on day one into practice, focusing on student-led multi-pitch climbs. The course will finish with a closing and debrief.

All Multipitch Courses

  • Sport Lead Climbing or equivalent experience.
  • A solid foundation of climbing skills including proficiency in a variety of climbing knots and hitches and ability to lead belay.
  • Any additional climbing experience will enhance your ability to learn, but is not required.
  • Ability to be moderately active for 2 full days.

Trad-focused Multipitch Courses

  • Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation email full of important information - make sure to read it thoroughly!
  • 3-5 days before your course you will receive an email from your guide containing even more details, including the exact meetup location and time.
  • Leading up to your course, make sure to eat healthy, drink extra water, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Please arrive on time and ready to go at your pre-arranged meeting location. To get the most of our day, we'd like to begin right at the designated start time.
  • All along the way, our office team is available via email or phone to answer any questions you may have.

This course will leave you with knowledge and practical application of:

  • Knots used for multi-pitch climbing.
  • Communication on multi-pitch climbs.
  • Lead climbing strategies.
  • Anchor construction and management.
  • Belaying from above.
  • Using an autoblocking belay device.
  • Efficient belay transitions and rope management.
  • Evaluating fixed protection and rappel anchors.
  • Managing multiple rappels.
  • Stories of near misses.
  • Basic self-rescue equipment and techniques.
  • Lowering.
  • Basic First Aid kit requirements.

Trad-focused courses:

  • Cleaning traditional gear.
  • Traditional climbing ethics.

PLUS:

  • A fun experience you’ll remember forever! 
  • A sense of accomplishment in achieving your goals for the trip.
  • Confidence in your newfound skills and where to take them next.
  • Tips and tricks to add to your toolbox from our professional and knowledgeable guides.

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Travel Information & Trip Insurance

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Equipment Lists

Required Gear

  1. Water bottles with at least 2L capacity
  2. Chalk bag : optional but recommended
  3. Harness
  4. Climbing helmet
  5. Head/face protection : sun hat (baseball cap is great), neck gaiter (buff), sunglasses
  6. Approach / trail running shoes
  7. Cords : prusik, double length (48”) sewn runner (sling)
  8. Waterproof jacket
  9. Small pack : One you can climb in
  10. Climbing shoes 
  11. Climbing hardware : auto-blocking belay device (ATC Guide or similar), 2 pear-shaped locking carabiners
  12. Personal kit : sunscreen (SPF 40 or higher), lip balm, headlamp and extra batteries, toiletries (please bring a plastic baggie for waste), personal medications and first aid
    -personal medications and first aid


OTHER / OPTIONAL GEAR

  • Lunch and snacks
  • Rappelling gloves/leather work gloves 
  • Wind-breaker & pant 
  • Note pad/pencil
  • Camera 
  • Watch 
  • Shorts/t-shirt
  • Bandana
  • Trekking Poles

What Kaf Provides

  1. Group first aid kit and medical supplies 
  2. Anchor material
  3. Quickdraws and alpine draws
  4. Passive protection : stoppers / nuts
  5. Active protection : cams
  6. Climbing rope