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\n\t\t\tCORE SKILLS L2 \/\u00a0\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tACA Level 2\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t

\n\t\t\tParticipants in ALL EOE Courses should arrive prepared for full days of learning, teamwork and mental focus. We will … start early, train well, finish strong. Easy money. \n\t\t\t\t\t\tTake this seriously: Think Yoga, and not Ninja Warrior\n\t\t<\/h3>\n

\n\t\t\tCORE SKILLS L2 \/ ACA LEVEL 2\t<\/h2>\n\t

This is Level 2<\/b>, of the two level<\/b>, ACA (American Canyoneering Association)<\/b> Recreational <\/i>Canyoneer Program. We highly recommend completing this course to become a “sovereign” canyoneer.<\/h4>\n

The primary objectives of our Core L2 Course are to provide additional skills sets for those wishing to become directly involved in assessing and mitigating canyon technical problems. By building on the solid foundation of our Core L1 skills list, Core L2 will break down the essentials of canyoneering and prepare people for the challenges and rewards of making excellent canyoneering choices, with competent peers. To be clear, this course WILL NOT prepare you to LEAD a canyon. It WILL empower you with the skills and mindset to see and experience EVEN MORE of the World’s most stunning scenery!<\/p>\n

For this three day course we are fortunate to select from dozens of technically rated slot canyons, from which we provide our “in canyon” training. Students time is spent applying newly learned skills directly in a dynamic slot canyon environment. Participants in these courses should be prepared for three full days of learning, teamwork and fun.<\/p>\n\t


\nEOE Canyoneering Philosophy: \u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Take this seriously:\u00a0 MISTAKES IN JUDGEMENT OR TECHNIQUE CAN HAVE SIGNIFICANT CONSEQUESNCES. The World’s best canyoneers understand and apply super-efficient low impact techniques. Low impact on themselves and low impact on the environment.\u00a0 You should think of emulating a Yoga Master, and not a Ninja Warrior.\u00a0 Keep your heart rate and respirations to a minimum, avoiding over exertion or unnecessary stress. “Aggressive” movements (straining) are much less safe and can impact the Team and the environment negatively.\u00a0 The same can be said about “stressing out”.\u00a0 It’s difficult to see all options and make good choices under those type conditions.\u00a0 The greatest canyoneers have excellent personal and situational awareness. They move methodically, work well with a Team and enjoy linking together a series of excellent choices. \u00a0 \u00a0<\/h4>\n\t

The EOE Classroom: \u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Our courses are taught “in canyon”, where we can get our feet (and butts) on the rock.\u00a0 We have multiple canyons for specific skill training, where we can highlight techniques and slowly work through a graduated scale or process.\u00a0 On any given day we will select from dozens of canyon options, so our students time can be maximized, applying newly learned skills in a slot canyon environment.<\/h4>\n

\n\t\t\tSKILLS CHECKLIST: CORE L2 \/ ACA LEVEL 2\u00a0\t<\/h2>\n

\n\t\t\tGeneral Information\t<\/h2>\n\t

\u2022 Navigation, Beta, Weather<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Canyon First Aid \/ Evacuation<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Equipment Care<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Emergency Response<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Knot Craft<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Anchors<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u2022 Rope Retrieval<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u2022 Rigging<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u2022 Belaying<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Signals \/ Communication<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 On Rope Techniques, Companion Rescue<\/strong><\/p>\n\t

\u00a0GET \u00a0REQUIRED PROFICIENCY SKILL SET CHECKLIST BELOW\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\t

\u00a0\u2022 Courses begin at our shop (125 E. Main Street, Escalante) at 7:30 AM\u00a0<\/h3>\n

\u2022 Students should expect to be with us for 8-9 hrs each day.<\/h3>\n

\u2022 The Instructors choose from about a dozen canyons and training areas each day. The Instructors determine each day’s training location the morning of the trip based on the weather and group. Safety first.\u00a0<\/h3>\n

\u2022 Distance covered is up to 4 miles<\/h3>\n

\u2022 Elevation gain\/loss up to 500 ft. <\/h3>\n

\u2022 The locations we train in are within a 20-40 minute drive from our Main Street shop.<\/h3>\n

\n\t\t\tPrerequisites\t<\/h4>\n\t

COMPLETION OF CORE L1 COURSE OR EQUIVALENT EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.<\/strong><\/p>\n