Master life-saving rescue rigging skills on challenging semi-technical terrain in Cottonwood Heights. This private training blends expert instruction and hands-on practice for outdoor safety professionals and enthusiasts.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
3–5 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have moderate to high fitness levels, comfortable with hiking and technical scrambling.
Wildlife
History
Cottonwood Heights sits within lands historically traversed by Native American tribes and early settlers who navigated these canyons using natural routes.
Conservation
The area emphasizes Leave No Trace principles to maintain the natural environment and protect local ecosystems from impact.
Red River Adventures
Master life-saving rescue rigging skills on challenging semi-technical terrain in Cottonwood Heights. This private training blends expert instruction and hands-on practice for outdoor safety professionals and enthusiasts.
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.
Check Weather Forecasts Carefully
Conditions can change rapidly in Cottonwood Heights; always prepare for sudden shifts when rigging outdoors.
Wear a Durable Helmet
Protect your head from falling debris or gear while navigating semi-technical terrain.
Communicate Clearly with Your Team
Effective communication is vital for safety during rope rigging and rescue maneuvers.
Practice Knot Skills Beforehand
Familiarity with knots speeds up rig setup and reduces errors in the field.
Climbing Helmet
Protects against falling rocks and equipment during rigging operations.
Harness with Rescue Attachments
Provides secure belay and anchor points essential for rigging and rescue setups.
Technical Rope (Dynamic or Static)
Critical for building anchors, hauling systems, and performing rescues safely.
Gloves with Good Grip
Protects hands during rope handling and anchor construction.