The Essential Program is for those who have completed the Basic Program or have outside climbing experience (belaying,communication, safety and climbing) but no formal direction.  Essential Rockclimbing consists of an evening lecture/practice, and two weekend days at Squamish.  At the end of the program, you should be able to set up and use a simple top-rope, rappel, set basic anchors, belay and follow a lead climber.  Maximum 8 participants.
 

Topics covered: 

- safety
- environmental issues
- basic equipment
- basic climbing skills and techniques
- the elements of top-roping (tieing in, belaying, lowering, etc.)

 Equipment Required: 

- rock shoes
- harness
- helmet
- four locking (Ds or ovals) carabiners
- one large pear/Münter carabiner
- a belay device (no figure 8s)
- two slings of 7mm accessory cord (1.5 m and 5 m in length).

Some of these items can be rented from area retailers.  BCMC mentors or the club will provide other needed equipment.

Dates: April 28 Evening intro. Two days, Saturday May 2 and Sunday May 3

Prerequisite:  Basic Rock Climbing or equivalent.  In other words, you are required to be able to "tie-in" to a climbing harness and belay before the program starts.

Cost: $130 (plus BCMC membership if required)