Women’s Climbing Weekend in the Red Rock
Overview
This is the first of installment of The Mountain Guides’ “WOMEN’S NETWORK CLIMBING SERIES” Whether you are a new or experienced climber, The Women’s Climbing Network Series has a weekend course for you! We will be hosting these events at many of our different branches. Wherever you are in your climbing journey, The Mountain Guides is excited to offer two-day courses designed for women and non-binary climbers looking to explore the vertical world outdoors with other like-minded people and professional guides. These courses are designed to get you out of the gym and transition your climbing skills outside with professional woman and non-binary AMGA Certified Rock Guides. These clinics are recommended for beginner to intermediate climbers transitioning from the gym to climbing outside.
Day 1 – Day one is spent establishing a baseline. Climbing outside on the warm sandstone of the Red Rock, while reviewing and brushing up on your skills from the gym. From there we will learn new protocols for spending time climbing in the outdoors. The day will be spent going over the nuances of climbing and the skills to protect yourself on natural stone and in the elements.
Day 2 – We will continue to build on the curriculum from Day 1. We will refine your new skills while they are fresh in your head under the guidance of professionals.
Topics Covered:
- LNT in rock climbing
- Review of figure 8 knots and belaying
- Basic safety guidelines for outdoor climbing: closing the system, ground anchors, rock fall, etc.
- Outdoor climbing techniques
- Rappelling
- a quick overview of trad gear placements and anchors
Wanting to take your climbing up a level? Climb a grade harder, learn a new skill, or just climb with a group of ladies at a similar level? Come join us outside with like-minded women climbers to scale the vermilion desert sandstone in sunny Red Rock.
Day 1 – Day one is spent establishing a baseline for the group. Climbing and getting to know each other to slowly start setting some goals. Reviewing technical skills, lead belaying, mock leading, etc. Or getting comfortable moving our bodies on sandstone rock.
Day 2 – Day two we will focus in on the topics the group wants – climbing harder grades / diving into movement or working on a technical skill – at a more specific venue. The goal of this day is to give participants a piece to walk away with that empowers them in their climbing practice.
Price: $400 per person, covers the cost for the 2 days of instruction
Please note: The Mountain Guides does not provide lodging or transportation for this event
Basic – Participants should expect approaches of 15-30 minute hike over easy to moderate hiking terrain.
Intermediate – This trip is physical and requires fitness and stamina to access the climbs and climb them. The approach to most climbs can take up to approximately an hour on uneven terrain.
Intro to Outdoor –
- April 5,6 2025
Level Up Climbing Weekend
- March 22,23 2025
The Mountain Guides can provide any personal climbing gear (helmet, harness, climbing shoes, belay devices, PAS, etc.) at no additional cost, though if you have your own, you are encouraged to bring it (especially climbing shoes). We will supply all ropes & protection (cams, quickdraws, slings, etc.).
Please contact our office for any gear questions.
Upper Layers
- Synthetic T-shirt
- Sun Hoody
- Fleece or lightweight down sweater
- Lightweight Wind Shell
- One extra higher weight upper layer or another jacket if November- mid March
Bottom Layers
- Synthetic Climbing Pant
- Long John’s optional December & January
Footwear
- Sticky Rubber Approach Shoes (highly recommended as most approaches involve a lot of slick rock), running shoes or hiking shoes
- Technical Rock Climbing Shoes (available for rent)
- Socks: 1 pair
Backpack
- 15-30 Liter
Accessories
- Sun Hat – Baseball or full brimmed
- Water – Water bottles or hydration bladder
- (May-Sept) Minimum 3 Liters
- (Nov-April) Minimum 2 Liters
- Food: Energy Bars, fruit, sandwiches, trail mix. Bring Enough!
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen/ Lip balm
- Bandana
- Headlamp (for long routes)
Considerations
- Warm Weather – (May-Sept) The sun is intense and hydration is vital!. Hydrate the night before your climb/ hike. Consider freezing your water bottles or putting ice in them. Light colored and loose fitting clothes will help keep you cool.
- Cold Weather – (Nov-April) Bring gloves and a warm hat that will fit under your helmet. Bring extra layers like long underwear and a heavier winter jacket to keep warm when the sun ducks behind clouds of dips below the canyon walls.
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We meet our guests at the West end of Las Vegas. 11720 West Charleston blvd. The Las Vegas Airport is the closest and cheapest airport we recommend to clients. If you have any questions or would like more information, please call our Las Vegas office at 702-659-9255 or email Redrock@themountainguides.com
Do I have to pay a fee to get into Red Rock?
To date, there is only one fee area, the 13 Mile Scenic Drive / Visitor Center. On the days you climb with JHMG, you do not have to pay an entrance fee. Most climbing is accessed via the one-way 13 Mile Scenic Drive. When you return to Red Rock on your own, a day pass is $7, annual pass is $30 and they honor the America the Beautiful Pass ($80).
How far is Red Rock from the Strip?
The entrance/fee booth to the Red Rock 13 Mile Scenic Drive and Visitor Center is a quick 20-30 minute drive from the Neon Jungle.
Is Red Rock a State Park or a National Park?
It's neither. It is a National Conservation Area that is operated and administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The BLM is the largest administrator of public lands in the western U.S. The Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is almost 200,000 acres of your public lands.
Is it always hot and sunny in Red Rock?
Definitely not. Red Rock is in the Spring Mountain Range and most of the climbing is located between 4000’-6000’ above sea level (Vegas = 2000’). Temperatures can vary from well below freezing in winter to well above 100(f) degrees in summer. During winter months, it is not uncommon for Red Rock to be covered in a fresh blanket of snow (2”- 8”). Fortunately, most of the snow melts within a few days.
Does JHMG provide transportation and will you pick us up and drop us off back down on the Strip?
JHMG does not provide transportation. However, for a party of one or two, it is possible to take a cab out to our office (or other west side rendezvous venue) and guide can drive from office out to Red Rock and back to office. Depending on location of your hotel, cab fare could run $30-$50 each way. If you have more than one day to escape the Strip, we highly recommend a rental car.