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Join expert climbers in Moab for a 3-day crack climbing clinic led by Mary Eden. Improve your skills, discover essential techniques, and enjoy the stunning desert surroundings.
Join expert climbers in Moab for a 3-day crack climbing clinic led by Mary Eden. Improve your skills, discover essential techniques, and enjoy the stunning desert surroundings.
Experience the excitement and challenge of crack climbing with "Crack Camp!", a private 3-day clinic led by Mary Eden and expert instructors in the dramatic desert landscape of Moab, Utah. This clinic is designed for climbers eager to sharpen their crack climbing techniques, build confidence, and enjoy hands-on training in a supportive, small-group environment. You'll tackle stunning sandstone cracks surrounded by iconic red rock formations while learning essential safety, gear placement, and specialized movements unique to crack climbing. Beyond skill-building, Crack Camp! offers an opportunity to connect with passionate climbers, sharing stories and encouragement around campfires under clear desert skies. Moab’s vast outdoor playground provides the perfect setting to build friendships and lasting memories. Whether you're new to crack climbing or looking to refine your abilities, this immersive experience combines professional guidance with the natural beauty of Utah’s high desert, making it an unforgettable climbing adventure.
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3 days.
Participants should have a moderate to strong fitness level with some climbing experience to fully benefit from the clinic.
While some basic climbing knowledge is helpful, our expert instructors tailor the clinic to accommodate various skill levels.
Basic climbing gear is provided, but bringing personal items like climbing shoes and tape is recommended for comfort.
Spring and fall offer the most comfortable temperatures and ideal climbing conditions in Moab.
Meals are generally not included; participants should plan for their own food or coordinate with Red River Adventures for meal options.
The clinic is challenging but suitable for climbers with moderate fitness and enthusiasm for learning; instructors provide support throughout.
Instructors maintain rigorous safety protocols, including equipment checks and guided supervision at all times.
Moab has a rich climbing heritage dating back to the 1960s and has developed into a world-renowned desert climbing destination.
Red River Adventures promotes Leave No Trace principles to preserve the fragile desert ecosystem and minimize environmental impact.
Red River Adventures is a Moab, Utah–based outfitter featured on The Adventure Collective that specializes in guided canyoneering, rock climbing, rafting, and instructional courses. The company leads distinct Moab canyoneering trips such as Morning Glory (Ephedra’s Grotto), a roughly 3-mile route with guided rappels of about 90 feet into a sandstone chamber and 120 feet near Morning Glory Arch, and Chamisa Canyon (Entrajo Canyon), a water-carved slot canyon of roughly 2.5 miles with wading, scrambling, optional rappels, and summer swimming. Guided rock climbing offerings include private one-day guided rock climbing with AMGA-certified instructors, multi-pitch climbing instruction, classic introductory and advanced tours, Crack Camp programs, and iconic climbs such as Castleton Tower and Indian Creek. Instructional and professional development courses listed include AMGA SPI exam and course offerings, AIARE avalanche courses, avalanche rescue, and backcountry mentorship. Red River Adventures also lists ice climbing programs (half-day to multi-pitch and full-day), backcountry ski and heli-ski options, international trips such as Ski Hokkaido and Ski - Chamonix, and river options including Moab half-day rafting and a full-day Fisher Towers rafting trip. All trip descriptions indicate guided experiences and technical elements appropriate to the route. Prospective participants should review specific trip summaries for distance, technical difficulty, and equipment requirements. Trip choices cover day trips, full-day guided adventures, multi-day instruction, certification exams, and specialty international offerings. Several canyoneering and climbing routes are described as guided by experts, and trip pages list mileage, rappel heights, technical grades, and water exposure where applicable for accurate trip planning. Online.
Experience the excitement and challenge of crack climbing with "Crack Camp!", a private 3-day clinic led by Mary Eden and expert instructors in the dramatic desert landscape of Moab, Utah. This clinic is designed for climbers eager to sharpen their crack climbing techniques, build confidence, and enjoy hands-on training in a supportive, small-group environment. You'll tackle stunning sandstone cracks surrounded by iconic red rock formations while learning essential safety, gear placement, and specialized movements unique to crack climbing. Beyond skill-building, Crack Camp! offers an opportunity to connect with passionate climbers, sharing stories and encouragement around campfires under clear desert skies. Moab’s vast outdoor playground provides the perfect setting to build friendships and lasting memories. Whether you're new to crack climbing or looking to refine your abilities, this immersive experience combines professional guidance with the natural beauty of Utah’s high desert, making it an unforgettable climbing adventure.