Do I need prior canyoneering experience to join?

Yes, this workshop is designed for those with existing canyoneering skills who want to advance their rope techniques and leadership.

What is the group size for this workshop?

Groups are kept small, typically 6-8 participants, to ensure personalized instruction and safety.

Are meals provided during the workshop?

No meals are provided; participants should bring their own snacks and lunch.

What if the weather changes suddenly?

Safety is a top priority; the guides monitor weather closely and will alter or cancel plans based on conditions.

Can I rent gear if I don't have my own?

Get In The Wild Adventures offers some gear rentals; check with them in advance for availability.

Is fitness training recommended beforehand?

Absolutely. Participants should be in excellent physical condition to handle the demanding terrain and technical challenges.

Advanced Canyoneering Workshop in Hanksville, Utah

Get ready to elevate your canyoneering skills with the Advanced Canyoneering Workshop offered by Get In The Wild Adventures in the rugged canyons near Hanksville, Utah. This immersive experience is designed for experienced canyoneers who want to sharpen essential rope skills, enhance their safety techniques, and build leadership confidence in challenging terrain. The day starts in a structured outdoor classroom setting where instructors provide hands-on guidance covering anchor building, rope management, rappelling efficiency, and rescue techniques. After establishing these critical skills, participants apply them directly in the canyon environment, navigating technical descents and complex routes. Beyond technical proficiency, this workshop fosters teamwork and camaraderie among adventure enthusiasts who share a passion for canyoneering. The dramatic Utah desert backdrop, with its striking rock formations and narrow slot canyons, provides the perfect playground to test and expand your abilities. Whether you're preparing for longer expeditions or simply want to gain more confidence in vertical canyoneering, this workshop ensures you leave equipped for safe and enjoyable excursions. The expert guides from Get In The Wild Adventures bring years of experience to ensure personalized attention and a rewarding learning experience in one of America's most iconic outdoor destinations.

About Get In The Wild Adventures

Get In The Wild Adventures is a Utah-based guiding company specializing in canyoneering, backpacking, and cultural tours across Southern Utah's redrock country. The company offers a broad roster of experiences ranging from 1-day Introduction to Canyoneering trips up to multi-day Technical Canyoneering Courses and Canyoneering Basecamp Expeditions. Programs include vehicle-supported basecamps, hands-on workshops, and specialty courses such as Advanced Anchor and keeper-pothole rescue instruction.

Instruction is delivered in outdoor classrooms and real canyon settings like Bluejohn Canyon and technical routes including Leprechaun and Mindbender. Courses teach rope skills, anchor systems, rappelling, pothole escapes, and group leadership techniques. Additional offerings include backpacking excursions, a Red Rock Yoga and Hiking Retreat, Wild West & Outlaw Tours that explore historical outlaw sites, and logistical services like vehicle shuttles.

Get In The Wild Adventures emphasizes safety, practical skills, and small-group learning. Expert instructors focus on progressive skill development — from introductory rappels and gear selection to advanced physics-based anchor building for Class 3B canyons. Trip formats include single-day outings, weekend workshops, and extended basecamp expeditions, making options accessible to beginners and advanced participants alike.

All program descriptions, locations, and technical ratings are program-specific and tied to Southern Utah landscapes such as the Robbers Roost Wilderness and the San Rafael Swell. Customers can expect structured curricula, hands-on practice, and opportunities to explore remote wilderness while developing confidence and leadership in canyoneering and backcountry travel.