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Canyons = community
Canyons = community
In addition to the available canyon trips, we'll organize a few things to do around the campground.
Daily gear sanitation stations
Daily gear sanitation stations
Daily disinfecting of gear is required to preserve our canyons from pests!
We will provide gear cleaning stations around the campground.
We are making it easy for you by providing all of the cleaning equipment and supplies, supported by the Washington Canyon Coalition.
It is critical to thoroughly check, clean (and ideally dry) your gear in between canyons to prevent the spread of invasive species.
Why is this required?
Why is this required?
In the PNW, we have some canyons that are overrun with invasives (e.g., Davis) and other canyons that are completely pristine (e.g., Olallie) – and we are running trips through both this weekend.
A cautionary lesson can be learned from New Zealand’s experience with didymo, an fast-spreading invasive algae that went from initial discovery to ruining canyons within just 6 years.
Wednesday August 13th
Wednesday August 13th
7pm - Welcome Social
We'll gather around the firepit, where you can catch up with old friends, introduce yourself to the group, meet new people and get to know your canyon teammates.
Thursday August 14th
Thursday August 14th
Jake Huddleston’s Movement and Rescue in Swiftwater Clinic
Join Jake for a deep dive into aquatic canyon rescue. Topics include:
Canyon Rescue Hierarchy
Technical rescue: Aquatic vs. dry canyons
Rappelling in flowing water
Navigating hydraulics and trap pools
Friday August 15th
Friday August 15th
Willie Hunt’s Bolting Clinic
Willie is running two late-afternoon sessions: one on bolting basics, another on bolt removal. Expect hands-on fun with tools, bolts, and rocks. You’ll learn:
Mechanical and glue-in bolts, metal types, and rock quality
Drilling, cleaning, and installing bolts .
Best practices for bolt removal (tools available for purchase!).
Legal and ethical bolting debates
Saturday August 16th
Saturday August 16th
6-9pm Potluck Social
Grill 'em if you got 'em. We'll gather to celebrate the Rondy and the canyons we love. Signup list for what to bring will be announced soon.
6:30-8:30pm Silent Auction
6:30-8:30pm Silent Auction
The bidding continues on our generously donated gifts!
We've got a good thing going, let's keep it that way.
Treating everyone with respect
Participating in a safe team
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