Do I need previous canyoneering experience to join the course?

No prior canyoneering experience is required, but participants should be comfortable with moderate climbing and rappelling.

What is the maximum group size for the course?

Groups are limited to 6 participants to ensure personalized instruction and safety.

Is transportation provided to and from the canyon?

Transportation is not included; visitors typically arrange their own travel to the base location in Hanksville.

What happens in case of bad weather?

Trips may be rescheduled or canceled in the event of hazardous weather conditions like flash floods or storms.

Are meals included during the three-day course?

Meals are generally not provided; participants should bring their own high-energy, easy-to-carry food.

Can I rent technical gear through the company?

Yes, Get In The Wild Adventures offers rental options for ropes, harnesses, and helmets upon request.

Technical Canyoneering Course in Hanksville, Utah

Experience the thrill of technical canyoneering with Get In The Wild Adventures on a three-day guided course in the stunning canyons of Hanksville, Utah. This exclusive trip takes you through world-renowned routes such as Leprechaun and Mindbender, known for their challenging drops, narrow slots, and breathtaking desert scenery. Under expert instruction, you'll build critical skills like rope rigging, rappelling, anchor building, and safe navigation through Class 3B rated canyons. The course is designed to foster teamwork and boost confidence in a hands-on environment, allowing you to develop not only your technical rope skills but also your problem-solving and leadership abilities in the wilderness. Spend your days exploring rugged sandstone formations, natural water slides, and hidden alcoves while learning essential backcountry safety techniques. Evenings allow time to relax under the clear desert sky, making this adventure as rewarding mentally as it is physically. Whether you’re preparing for future canyoneering trips or seeking a unique outdoor challenge, this course offers an authentic experience in one of Utah’s most beautiful and remote landscapes.

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.