August 30, 2018
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- Good conditions make for great training (Jonathan Schrock)
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- Practicing expedition style rope ascension (Jonathan Schrock)
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- Cruising! (Jonathan Schrock)
We just received a report from IMG lead guide Jonathan Schrock, training with two participants on the upcoming Carstensz Pyramid expedition. Following is his report:
“Carstensz Pyramid Prep day 3. Weather is clear and sunny but smoke is blowing back in. We’ve had a good few days of training with one day left. We’ll spend it climbing one of the classic Smith multi-pitch moderates. Today was Carstensz fixed line climbing clinic day. Ascender usage on steep terrain, anchor transitions, descent/rappelling skills, etc.” – Jonathan Schrock
The climbing at Smith is great right now, and peak season is just about to commence. September through November is a great time to climb, after the hottest part of the summer is over and the days remain clear, sunny and perfect for rock climbing instruction. Come join us!
George Dunn