What will you do when your partner gets hurt half way up a climb? How would you safely lower someone off the Apron or any rock climb more than 50 meters up?

The skills taught in this high angle rope rescue skills course are essential for all climbers who are venturing into multipitch climbing, whether they are on the lead end of the rope or climbing second.

This course emphasizes the practical aspects of technical rock rescue including escaping belay systems, raising/lowering systems, load transfer, rescue anchors, use of prussiks and ascenders and rescue rappels.

This course is taught by Canada West Mountain School (CWMS). CWMS is offering the course for BCMC members at  $247.50 + GST (10% discount) (regular price for non-members: $275 + GST). 

A more detailed course description and equipment list can be found here:  https://themountainschool.com/program/rock-rescue-2 . 

To register for this course, follow these steps:
(1) Click "Join this Trip" on the left side of the page. You will be added to the Waiting List
(2) Once on the Waiting List. I will send you a coupon code. Follow the prompts to complete your payment on CWMS's secure booking site https://themountainschool.com/program/rock-rescue-2 . Be sure to select Aug 17-18 in the drop down menu. Add your coupon code.
(3) Once your payment has been received and processed, you will be added to the Confirmed List
(4) Keep your eye on your email inbox for further updates