Embark on a private 2-day climbing adventure in Moab, Utah, mastering desert tower and crack routes with expert guidance. Discover stunning vistas and challenging climbs in one of America's prime outdoor climbing destinations.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
2 days
Fitness Level
Participants should have good physical endurance, upper body strength, and be comfortable with sustained climbing activity over multiple hours.
Wildlife
History
The Moab area holds significant Native American history with ancient petroglyphs and ancestral Puebloan sites nearby.
Conservation
Climbers are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace to protect the delicate desert ecosystem and maintain the area’s natural beauty.
The Backcountry Pros LLC
Embark on a private 2-day climbing adventure in Moab, Utah, mastering desert tower and crack routes with expert guidance. Discover stunning vistas and challenging climbs in one of America's prime outdoor climbing destinations.
The Backcountry Pros LLC is a Utah-based guiding and education company specializing in backcountry skiing, avalanche education, and technical climbing instruction. The team offers a range of hands-on experiences — from single-day clinics to multi-day mentorships and heli-assisted ski touring — focused on practical skills, decision-making, and safe mountain travel. Instructional offerings include Advanced Backcountry Skiing Mentorship, Backcountry Skiing Mentorship, Ski Mountaineering Course, Level I (Uinta Mountains), Avalanche I Refresher, Heli Assisted Ski Touring, Intro to Trad Climbing, Multi Pitch Self Rescue, Advanced Ice Techniques, and Ice Intro Clinic.
Courses combine classroom and fieldwork when appropriate, with Zoom sessions, guided field days, basecamp-style mentorship, and real-world scenario practice. The Backcountry Pros LLC emphasizes small groups and a limited instructor-to-student ratio to maximize individualized feedback and hands-on coaching. Professional ski instructors and certified guides lead technical lessons in the Wasatch and Uinta Mountains, covering avalanche forecasting, companion rescue, ski travel techniques, ice screw placement, anchor building, and multi-pitch self-rescue.
Safety and evidence-based decision making are core priorities; students practice terrain assessment, hazard interpretation, and rescue drills in real mountain settings. The company’s programs are designed for progressing skiers and climbers seeking measurable skill development, confidence in complex terrain, and the ability to plan and execute safe backcountry trips. Booking information, prerequisite details, and course logistics are provided for each trip to ensure participants arrive prepared for a productive and secure learning experience. Industry-standard safety protocols and hands-on mentorship create measurable progress and lasting skills for responsible mountain travel across winter and alpine environments.
Tours Offered
10
Guided clinics and mentorships
Group Size
Small groups
Limited instructor-to-student ratio
Primary Areas
Wasatch & Uinta
Utah alpine terrain
Heli Days
8+ hour days
Full-day heli-accessed skiing
Reserve a small-group clinic, mentorship, or heli day to advance technique, judgment, and avalanche safety.
Stay Hydrated in Dry Desert Air
Carry plenty of water and drink regularly to avoid dehydration in Moab's arid climate.
Use Crack Climbing Techniques
Familiarize yourself with jams and hand stacks before tackling crack routes to enhance safety and efficiency.
Wear Sun Protection
Bring sunscreen, hats, and UV-protective clothing to shield yourself from intense desert sun exposure.
Prepare for Variable Weather
Moab can have rapid temperature shifts; layering clothes ensures comfort throughout the day.
Climbing Shoes
Provides grip and precision essential for crack and tower climbing.
Helmet
Protects your head from rockfall and bumps on technical routes.
Sunscreen
Protects skin from strong desert UV rays during spring climbs.
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Lightweight Layered Clothing
Allows for temperature regulation in the changing fall desert climate.
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