WYOCLIMBERS

LOCAL YOUTH CLIMBING

*with transportation to and from City Park to Wild Iris*

with Wind River Climbing Guides: This clinic is geared towards Lander local youths that want to learn how to climb outdoors and is made possible thanks to local grants. No festival all-access pass (ticket) is required to participate. Gear is available to borrow and transportation to and from Lander City Park to Wild Iris will be provided! No prior climbing experience is necessary. 10 people max. FREE.

PETZL

LIVE TO CLIMB ANOTHER DAY

with Maggie and Chuck Odette: Ever wondered if you should worry about that fuzzy spot in your rope or the rust on that bolt you're about to clip? Self-preservation in climbing begins with your personal gear and practices and extends to the fixed gear you entrust with your life. If you know what to look for, most accidents that result from dangerous gear or a failure to use tools that are available (hello, stick-clip!) can be avoided. Learn how to keep yourself and your community safer by recognizing when gear is compromised, managing situations where fixed gear is suspect, and with what and how to safely and properly replace it. Chuck has been PPE Inspection certified by the Petzl Technical Institute. All skill levels welcome. 8 people max; $35.

RAB

MODERN BIG WALL CLIMBING SKILLS: AIDING, FREEING, AND GETTING TO THE SUMMIT… SAFELY

with Hayden Jamieson: This clinic aims to teach the participants some fundamental skills about how to approach a big wall, tools for success, and some important tricks that have helped me build strong decision making and find longevity. Bring any multipitch equipment that you may have/want to practice with. Skill level: Intermediate. 6 people max; $35.

LA SPORTIVA

SPORT CLIMBING 101

with Tammy Wilson: Welcome to Sport Climbing 101! This clinic is your key to mastering the fundamentals, understanding essential safety practices, and learning the ropes (literally!) of route reading and anchor building. In this clinic we will go over topics including: What exactly is sport climbing? Leave No Trace ethics, the art of route reading and onsight techniques, mock leading and anchor building, and projecting and redpointing! Skill Level: Beginner. 6 people max; $35.

TRAINING BETA

EFFECTIVE PROJECTING TACTICS

with Matt Pincus: Learn how to make the most of your outdoor climbing sessions with effective projecting tactics. Coach Matt will teach you the most important things to consider when you're working on a route you don't do first try. He'll work with you one-on-one to give you skills to help you send a project. Skill Level: Intermediate; participant should be comfortable leading and lead belaying. 6 people max; $35.

SCARPA

UNLEASHING YOUR POWER CENTER

with Kitty Calhoun: Do you ever feel like you are pulling yourself up a route?  Or that your center of gravity is like a boat anchor?  This clinic will incorporate drills to help you refocus on your power center and re-engage this often underutilized asset. Skill level: Intermediate to Advanced. 6 people max; $35.

STERLING & RAB

BETTER CRACK CLIMBING

with Marcus Garcia: Crack climbing is one of the most important skills needed to take on many of the world's classic trad routes. Understanding how to ascend various cracks can lead to more adventure in the climbing world. This clinic will focus on the body, foot, and hand positioning needed to tackle all sizes of cracks efficiently. All skill levels welcome. 6 people max; $35.

MAMMUT

BASIC ROCK RESCUE TECHNIQUES

with Jackson Hole Mountain Guides, guide Ryan Kindervater: In this clinic, we will cover and practice in real time rescue and partner assistance techniques for ascending rope, raising systems, and technical descents. Bring any ropes, personal kit, or anchoring material you may want to practice with. Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate. 6 people max; $35.

MAMMUT

INTRO TO OUTDOOR ROCK CLIMBING

with Andrew Megas-Russell: This beginner course will empower participants with a solid foundation of climbing-related skills. The curriculum covered in the course includes: knot tying, belaying, outdoor climbing etiquette, and climbing techniques. Skill level: Beginner. 6 people max; $20.

EDELWEISS & MIND ATHLETES

MENTAL SKILLS FOR ONSIGHTING

with Josie McKee: Do you frequently fail at a grades that you think you should be able to onsight? Onsighting can be so fun and rewarding, but for many climbers, it is a source of significant stress and frustration. In this clinic, we will practice both physical and mental exercises to help build your onsight skills. You will learn some tips for reading routes, managing stress, trusting your intuitive movement and tapping into the flow state while onsighting. Skill level: Intermediate; participants should be competent and comfortable outdoor lead climbing 5.10s and higher, with significant experience taking and catching lead falls. 6 people max; $20.

WEIGH MY RACK

EVERYTHING YOU EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT CLIMBING SHOES

9 AM - 11 AM

This informational chat covers everything from the components and materials used to make climbing shoes, how they function together as a tool for climbing, culminating in how to fit and compare shoes when you're looking to buy the next one. Bring your climbing shoe for hands on exploration! All skill levels welcome. No max and no sign-required; FREE with festival ticket.

PROFESSIONAL CLIMBING GUIDES INSTITUTE (PCGI)

SO YOU WANT TO BE A GUIDE? NOW WHAT?

9 AM - 12 PM

The road to becoming a professional climbing guide can be confusing and daunting. In this clinic, we will discuss the intricacies of certifications, permitting, and the general rock guide industry with time for Q&A’s afterwards with full-time professional climbing guides. All skill levels welcome. No max and no sign-required; FREE with festival ticket.

OROGRAPHIC VISUAL

PRACTICAL SKILLS FOR SHOOTING CLIMBING PHOTOGRAPHY

12 PM - 4 PM

with Nate Liles: This clinic will cover many of the skills that go into creating stunning climbing photography. This includes: pre-trip planning/location scouting, useful equipment to have, consideration for impacts on other climbers/recreationists while shooting, personal and climber safety, simple techniques for fixing/ascending lines, and different composition styles for compelling climbing and lifestyle images. Bring your camera to shoot with as well as a gri-gri and ascender kit if you have it! All skill levels welcome, but a general knowledge of climbing systems and a basic understanding of operating a camera is recommended. 6 people max; $10.

UPWARD MOBILITY FITNESS

MOBILITY FOR CLIMBERS

1 PM - 4 PM

with Carissa Aarsvold: Learn how to hurt less, recover better, and send more. Mobility for Climbers is designed to address all of the key things that you need to know to keep moving and move with less pain. This clinic will begin with a discussion around mobility topics such as stretching, strengthening, recovery, injury prevention, and nutrition. Then, we will do some mobility work together and put the concepts we learn into practice! If you feel stiff, tight, weak, or in need of practical ways to take intentional care of your body, this clinic is for you. No special equipment necessary. All skill levels welcome. 15 people max; $10.

CACTUS TO PINE GOODS, LLC

CRAG CRAFTS: UPCYCLED ROPE BOWLS

2 PM - 3:30 PM

with Shelby Treichler, owner and woman behind the one-woman show of Cactus to Pine. In this clinic, we will be utilizing old, retired climbing rope to make a small bowl that's yours to keep! And, we’ll discuss more about how retired gear can be upcycled and kept out of the landfill. Bring your own (clean-ish) rope or select from one of our colors. All materials and instruction included. All skill levels welcome. 20 people max; $10.

NOLS WILDERNESS MEDICINE

INTRO TO WILDERNESS FIRST AID FOR CLIMBERS

2 PM - 4:30 PM

with Jim Wynn, : … All skill levels welcome. 24 people max; FREE with festival ticket.

WYOCLIMBERS

NATIVE YOUTH & FAMILY CLINIC

*with transportation from City Park to Wild Iris*

with Wind River Climbing Guides: This clinic is intended for local Native youths and families wanting to learn how to climb outdoors and is made possible thanks to local community grants and Scarpa. No festival all-access pass (ticket) is required to participate. Gear is available to borrow and transportation to and from Lander City Park to Wild Iris will be provided! No prior climbing experience is necessary. 20 people max. FREE.

RAB & STERLING

GYM TO CRAG: MAKING THE TRANSITION

with Marcus Garcia: Gym climbing has grown over the years, and many gym climbers are wanting to get outside. But climbing outside involves more skills that typical gym climbing will not offer. This clinic teaches those basic skill to make that transition. You will learn about sight management, transitioning from lead climbing, setting up a top rope, and cleaning bolted anchors. We will also discuss route reading and understanding route descriptions. All skill levels welcome. 6 people max; $35.

THE STRUGGLE CLIMBING PODCAST

SHORTY SENDING SECRETS

with Cat Runner, who stands at a staggering 5-feet and proudly on #TeamShorty: Sometimes to reach new heights you have to approach with a different perspective. This clinic is all about thinking outside the box and learning how to work with what you've got in a tall climber's world. We'll talk about gear tricks, climbing strategy, and how to healthily manage your emotions and frustration when interacting with failure and things that just feel impossible. This clinic is open to everyone and will offer tips that benefit all climbers, regardless of size, but is tailored to those 5'4" and under. All skill levels welcome. 10 people max; $35.

PETZL

AARP (Advanced Age Red-Pointing)

with Chuck and Maggie Odette: Being “older than the hills, and twice as dusty” is no excuse for compromising your climbing performance! Come hang out with 67-year-old Chuck Odette and his 53-year-young wife, Maggie, and talk about how to employ the wisdom that only comes with age to select your projects, work them smartly and safely, adapt your training, and improve upon your weaknesses. All skill levels welcome. 8 ppl max; $35.

DEVILS TOWER CLIMBING GUIDES

INTRODUCTION TO TRAD CLIMBING

This clinic will cover some of the fundamental skills for traditional rock climbing. Focus will be on different types or equipment, protection placement, & anchor building. Bring any trad gear you wish to practice with. Skill level: Intermediate; participants should be competent sport climbers. 8 people max; $35.

STERLING

INTRO TO PROJECTING

with Genevieve Walker: Whether it's a short or long-term project, they all require focus, patience, and planning. In this clinic, we will address both the mental and physical challenges of projecting. You’ll learn how to break down routes into sections, isolate sequences and learn tips to help make routes feel less intimidating and more enjoyable as you work through the process. We’ll also cover different tactics to apply on varied terrain. If you’re new to projecting, whether it’s on lead or top rope, this clinic is for you. All skill levels welcome. 6 people max; $35.

TRANGO/TENAYA

HIPS LIKE CINDERELLA: MOVEMENT SKILLS FOR PERFORMANCE

with Karly Rager: Have you gotten off a route and felt like it was ALL in your arms? Or, the burly nature of a certain move left you feeling a bit discouraged? Part of climbing is getting stronger, but a huge part of climbing is learning how to use other parts of your body to make moves easier! In this clinic, you will learn how to develop and improve your movement skills! Topics include drills for heel hooks, perching, drop knees, and counter balancing with your trailing foot! Participants will start with ground school and then practice these skills on the rock! Skill level: Intermediate; participants should be comfortably outdoor lead climbing 5.10s and higher. 6 people max; $35.

SYLVAN ROCKS CLIMBING SCHOOL & GUIDE SERVICE

INTRO TO MULTI-PITCH CLIMBING

with Ryan Emery: This course is designed for those interested in multi-pitch climbing. This clinic will cover the basics of moving from sport climbing in a single pitch environment to entering the realm of beginner multi-pitch climbing. We will focus of efficiency, anchor building, and mitigating risk in the multi-pitch environment. Skill level: Beginner; but, participants should have an understanding and comfortability with climbing in a single pitch environment. 6 people max; $20.

SYLVAN ROCKS CLIMBING SCHOOL & GUIDE SERVICE

ADVANCED MULTI-PITCH CLIMBING TECHNIQUES

with Zayne Hebbler: This clinic is designed for the novice multi-pitch climber that wishes to improve their multi-pitch climbing through efficiency, security, and decision making. A basic understanding of multi-pitch climbing is necessary for participants who wish to participate as well as familiarity with basic knots (figure eight, clove hitch, flat overhand), simple friction hitches, and basic knowledge of anchor building. Skill level: Intermediate; participants should have a basic understanding and some experience with multi-pitch climbing. 6 people max; $20.

SCARPA

BASICS TO COMMERICAL ROUTE-SETTING

8 AM - 12 PM

with John Davis: In this clinic, we will be going over some of the basics of commercial route setting from hold stripping, to route setting, forerunning, and the tweaking process. Perfect for anyone wanting to have a little bit more knowledge into their gyms setting process. No special equipment required. All skill levels welcome. 5 people max; $10.

MAMMUT

IMPROVISED CLIMBING SELF-RESUCE

8 AM - 12 PM

with Andrew Megas-Russell: This clinic will review fundamental skills that you can use to problem solve adverse technical situations in the vertical world. We will cover some or all of the following techniques: Belay escapes, simple mechanical advantage hauling, fixed line ascent, counter balance lowering, and tandem rappelling. Bring: 1-2 48” sewn slings, 4 or more locking “HMS/Pearbiners,” 4-5 additional locking carabiners, tube-style belay/rappel device, mechanical assisted braking device, 1-2 Prusik loops (1m of 6mm Nylon Accessory Cord), 1-2 Cordelettes (5m of 7mm Nylon Accessory Cord). Skill level: Intermediate; participant should have familiarity with basic climbing knots and hitches including the munter and mule hitches. 6 people max; $10.

THE CLIMBING DOCTOR

CLIMB INJURY-FREE

9 AM - 11 AM @ ELEMENTAL GYM

with Dr. Jared Vagy, author of “Climb Injury Free”: This clinic will teach you how to prevent and rehabilitate the most common rock climbing injuries in the shoulders, elbows, and fingers. You will learn mobility, strength, and movement techniques to manage rock climbing injuries. This session is highly interactive with a strong emphasis on teaching you the strategies to manage rock climbing injuries so you can climb hard and injury-free. No special equipment required. All skill levels welcome. No max and no sign-required; FREE with festival ticket

SKILLZBOARD:

CLIMBING IMPROV: IMPROVISED ASCENT

9 AM - 12 PM

with Gokul Gopal: What do you do when things go wrong and you have to ascend a rope to deal with the situation? What if you don't have a pair of ascenders, or you've dropped your belay device? Can you improvise an ascent system with whatever is on your harness? This hands-on clinic will go over different solutions for scenarios and give you guidance and time to practice a number of improvised solutions. Bring a gri-gri, guide mode device, prussik cord/hollow block, single and double length alpine draws, quickdraws, and some locking carabiners (if you have them). Skill level: Intermediate; participants should have prior outdoor climbing and rappelling experience! 8 people max; $10.

COYOTE CONVERSIONS

CHEAPER VAN CONVERSIONS FOR CLIMBERS

10 AM - 12 PM

with Callan Cooper, van building coach: In this clinic, we will look into the van conversion process and discuss ways to save time and money in order to get you back out onto the road quicker. All skill levels welcome. 20 people max; FREE with festival ticket.

NOLS WILDERNESS MEDICINE

ADVANCED WILDERNESS FIRST AID FOR CLIMBERS

3 PM - 5:30 PM

with Jim Wynn, : All skill levels welcome. 24 people max; FREE with festival ticket.

WYOCLIMBERS

YOUTH CLINIC

with Wind River Climbing Guides: This clinic is for any youth interested in learning how to climb outdoors and is made possible thanks to WyoClimbers. No festival all-access pass (ticket) is required to participate. Gear is available to borrow and transportation to and from Lander City Park to Wild Iris will be provided! No prior climbing experience is necessary. 12 people max. FREE.

MAMMUT

MULTI-PITCH MASTERY

with Jackson Hole Mountain Guides, guide Ryan Kindervater: In this course, we will cover proper protocols for multi-pitch climbing. This includes terminology, belaying from above, stance management, and transitions. Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate. 6 people max; $35.

RAB

FEAR OF FALLING AND COMMITMENT

with Hayden Jamieson: Fear helps us to make decisions that will keep us alive, but it can also be the most limiting factor to our daily climbing performance. As an accomplished climber of almost 15 years, and a previous student to the Rock Warriors' Way curriculum, Hayden has spent much of his adult life working through his own fears in climbing. Let his experiences (both good and bad) help you take a shortcut to a climbing without the overwhelming anxiety that fear of falling can instill in our minds. All skill levels welcome. 6 people max; $35.

ALPENGLOW COFFEE

SINGLE PITCH RESCUE SKILLS: BIPOC AFFINITY SPACE

with Cheyenne Smith and Xavier Bravo: This group is intended for climbers who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color). This clinic will discuss related topics to potential climbing hazards, mitigation strategies, and single-pitch rescue skills. Participants will have opportunities to practice and hone these skills on the wall and the following topics will be covered: essential knots and hitches, escaping the belay, rope ascension, raising systems, and activating and/or working with organized SAR and EMS. Skill level: Beginner/Intermediate; previous climbing experience is highly recommended. 12 people max; $20.

SYLVAN ROCKS CLIMBING SCHOOL & GUIDE SERVICE

ANCHOR BUILDING

with Zayne Hebbler and Ryan Emery: This clinic is designed to focus on building trustworthy anchors. Participants will learn what constitutes a safe, solid anchor and how to put it into practice on rock. Bring anchor building material (cordelette, various lengths of slings, locking and non-locking carabiners, etc) if you have them. All skill levels welcome. 12 people max; $20.

GANNETT PEAK SPORTS, SIDETRACKS, & WIND RIVER SHUTTLE:

GROUP MOUNTAIN BIKING RIDE

8 AM - 12 PM

with Mike Dicken and Thomas Pede: Tired of climbing but still psyched to sample some of Lander's mountain biking trails? Join our local bike shop folks from Gannett Peak Sports, Side Track, and Wind River Shuttle for a ride on the Brewer's Trail up in Sinks Canyon and into the Wind River Mountains. Bike demos available at Gannett Peak Sports for participants. Please arrange bike demos the day before! Meet at City Park at 8 AM, then carpool to the trailhead together or hop in the Wind River Shuttle if there is room. Helmets must be worn during this ride. All skill levels welcome. 20 people max; FREE with festival ticket.

WAVE TOOL THERAPY

MANUAL THERAPY TECHNIQUES FOR PREVENTION AND TREATMENT

9 AM - 10:30 AM

with Dr. Laura Schmonsees, DPT: In this clinic, learn shoulder, elbow and finger manual therapy tips you can do at home so you can climb injury free. As a Climber for over 30 years, and a former Jackson Hole Mountain Guide, Dr. Laura understands Climbing injuries, prevention, and recovery. Topics include Wave Tool, cupping, and mobility work to help heal from injury and improve athletic recovery. All skill levels welcome. 15 people max; FREE with festival ticket.

SKILLZBOARD

CLIMBING IMPROV: IMPROVISED DESCENT SYSTEMS

9 AM - 12 PM

with Gokul Gopal: What do you do when things go wrong and you have to descend a route without a rappel device? What are the different ways to deal with such a situation? Can you improvise a descent system with whatever is on your harness? This hands-on clinic will go over different solutions, comparing their pros and cons, and give you guidance and time to practice a number of techniques. Bring a gri-gri, guide mode device, prussik cord/hollow block, single and double length alpine draws, quickdraws, and some locking carabiners (if you have them). Skill level: Intermediate; participants should have prior outdoor climbing and rappelling experience! 8 people max; $10.

WYOCLIMBERS & AMERICAN SAFE CLIMBING ASSOCIATION

FUNDAMENTALS OF MAINTAINING AND ESTABLISHING SPORT ROUTES

12 PM - 4 PM

with Nate Liles: Learn what goes into creating and maintaining our sport climbing areas! This clinic will look at sport climbing primarily through a stewardship lens but will also discuss what goes into developing new routes and when it might be appropriate. We will focus on the routes themselves and perform hands-on maintenance work (bolt replacement), but we will also discuss the other parts of our crag infrastructure that are critical to sustainable access. All skill levels welcome. 6 people max; $10.

EDELRID

FUNDAMENTALS OF TRAD

DAY 1: FRIDAY, JULY 12th Anchors and Belay Transitions

DAY 2: SUNDAY, JULY 14Th Basic Self-Rescue Techniques

8 AM - 4 PM

with Shingo Ohkawa, Greg Troutman, and Mark Evans: In this two-day clinic, participants will focus on mastering crucial trad climbing skills such as proper gear placements, anchor building, multi-pitch logistics, efficiency, and self-rescue techniques, all conducted from the ground, with no actual rock climbing involved. This hands-on experience will empower you to climb with confidence and safety in diverse terrains. Bring along any traditional gear (stoppers/draws/runners/etc) you’d typically take on a multi-pitch route. Skill Level: Intermediate; participants should have some multi-pitch traditional climbing experience. 12 people max; $60.

STERLING

INTRODUCTION TO TREE CLIMBING

DAY 1: FRIDAY, JULY 12th

DAY 2: SATURDAY, JULY 13Th

8 AM - 4 PM

with Bear LeVangie and Krista Strating: This first ever, two-day introduction to tree climbing clinic will take you from the ground to the top of the trees. Your instructors, Bear and Krista, have over 40 years of experience climbing trees and at one point, even rocks. Learn techniques and systems utilized by professional arborists around the world. You’ll experience new ropes, new shiny cool hardware, and a new level of awe of what’s possible in the vertical world. Don’t worry about staying on route in the trees, anything is open for exploring. Clinic participants will have the opportunity to participate in a “Tree Climbing Comp” on the final day. This friendly competition will give you a taste of what it might feel like to participate in a regional, national, or world tree climbing competition. Test your skills and impress onlookers by capturing the most flags, ringing the bells, and swinging around in the canopy. Don’t be shy, this clinic will transform the way you look at trees on your way to climb rocks. And, it might even be the building blocks for a new hobby or professional career. No special equipment required. All skill levels welcome. 10 people max; $50.