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.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
3 days
Fitness Level
Participants should have a moderate to strong fitness level with some climbing experience to fully benefit from the clinic.
Wildlife
History
Moab has a rich climbing heritage dating back to the 1960s and has developed into a world-renowned desert climbing destination.
Conservation
Red River Adventures promotes Leave No Trace principles to preserve the fragile desert ecosystem and minimize environmental impact.
Red River Adventures
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.
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.
Base Location
Moab, Utah
Central to iconic canyons and climbs
Tours Offered
42+
Canyoneering, climbing, rafting, courses
Professional Courses
AMGA & AIARE
SPI exams and AIARE education listed
Trip Formats
Half-day to multi-day
Day trips, full-day, certification courses
Check trip pages for availability, technical details, and certification course dates — book canyoneering, climbing, rafting, and instructional programs in Moab today.
Bring Plenty of Water
Moab’s dry desert climate means dehydration is a real risk—carry at least 3 liters per day.
Use Crack-Specific Climbing Tape
Protect your hands and improve grip by taping fingers and knuckles before climbing.
Wear Comfortable Climbing Shoes
Opt for shoes with a snug fit and good edging capability to confidently navigate cracks.
Start Early to Avoid Midday Heat
Begin climbs in the morning or late afternoon when temperatures are cooler.
Climbing Harness
Provides safety and support during climbs.
Climbing Tape
Protects hands and fingers specifically during crack climbs.
Approach Shoes
Comfortable footwear for hiking to climbing spots.
Sun Protection (hat and sunscreen)
Essential for shielding skin from harsh desert sun.
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