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Rock Climbing Camps

MAS Rock Climbing Camps are multi-day adventures that expose participants to new and exciting rock climbing locations in Northern California and beyond.

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yosemite Bear Valley Sierra Climbing Camp  top

How about an exciting weekend climbing granite cliffs in Bear Valley? Nestled at 7000 feet along scenic Highway 4 in the Central Sierra Nevada Range, Bear Valley offers a lot of quality climbing sites with face and crack climbing routes from 5.6 - 5.11. Bear Valley is an excellent place to hone your outdoor climbing skills and simply enjoy the splendor of the High Sierra. MAS Guides will assist you with your outdoor climbing techniques and provide "mini-clinics" on climbing subjects that interest you such as "Gear & Anchor" or "Climber Self-Rescue". Only 3 hours drive east of San Francisco & 2 hours west of Reno, Bear Valley is an convenient summer destination with numerous campgrounds and lodging facilities nearby. Bear Valley Rock Climbing
Prices: $225
Length: 2 days
Class size: 4-6
Skill Level:
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Fitness Level: traditional
Climbing Level: red rocks
Prerequisites: • Previous climbing experience
• Good belay skills (gym belay cards accepted)
2010 Dates: June 26-27
July 17-18
August 21-22
September 25-26
Registration rock climbing: Use our Secure Online Registration or contact the MAS office

 

Lovers Leap Lovers Leap Multi-Pitch Camp  top

Lover's Leap is likely the best moderate (5.7 - 5.10) multi-pitch climbing site in California, if not the nation.  Quick access, easy walk-off descents and good camping, no wonder Lover's Leap is on every rock climber's wish list.  Climbers of similar ability will be paired to best challenge your climbing.

Let MAS friendly and knowledgeable guides lead and share with you some of the best climbs in the area during this two day program. You will learn plenty of "hands-on" practical multi-pitch skills along the way. You can expect between 5-7 pitches per day and the bouldering opportunities in the evening are top-notch.

Lover Leap Rock Climbing Camp

For 1 day programs check out our Lovers Leap "Classic" Adventures.

More Info. : PDF (129K) Additional info @ Supertopo.com
Price:

$325

Length: 2 days
Class size: 2
Skill Level: Lake Tahoe
Fitness Level: rock climbing
Climbing Level: outdoor rock climbing
Prerequisites:

• 5.7 - 5.10 climbers will be paired by similar abilities & experience
• Strong belay skills (indoor climbing gym belay cards accepted)

2010 Dates: (calendar)
May 29-30
(private dates available) June 12-13, 17-18*, 26-27
July 1-2*, 10-11, 24-25
August 7-8
September 4-5
Registration rock climbing: Use our Secure Online Registration or contact the MAS office

* - midweek (only $300)

 

climbingCalaveras Dome Multi-Pitch Camp (5.8-5.10)  top

Spectacular Sierra granite multi-pitch climbing and riverside camping define this wild and remote adventure only 2 hours from Sacramento. Both crack and face multi-pitch climbs from 5.7 - 5.10 abound and range from 3-11 pitches in length. Participants will be paired with similar climbers to ensure that everybody gets on the best climbs for their ability. Maximum guide/client ratio is 2:1 so everybody gets individualized attention and tons of climbing.

"Great campsite & even better climbing " (R. Walls - 2005)

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Calaveras Dome
Course Info Sheet: PDF (192K)
Prices: $325
Length: 2 days (8 AM - 4 PM)
Class size: 2
Prerequisites: • 5.8 - 5.10 climbers welcome
• previous outdoor climbing experience
• strong belay skills
Skill Level: calaveras dome
Fitness Level: multi-pitch
2010 Dates: (calendar)
September 11-12 (custom dates available)
Registration rock climbing: Use our Secure Online Registration or contact the MAS office

* - midweek (only $300)

 

climbingMatterhorn Pk. Multi-Pitch Camp (5.7)  top

This program is designed for aspiring alpine rock climbers wishing to gain valuable experience in the High Sierra. A blend of snow and rock climbing will be used to ascend the North Arete (5.7 III) of Matterhorn Peak (12,279 feet) in the Sawtooth Range outside Bridgeport, CA.  A low student to guide ratio (2:1) will assist in climbing efficiency and maximize your experience. This route has been rated as one of the top 100 alpine rock climbs in the High Sierra; we think you will agree!

This trip can be taken as either a 2 or 3 day adventure depending your physical fitness and preference. Please contact the MAS office to discuss details.

Matterhorn Peak
More Course Info: PDF (104K) Additional info @ Supertopo.com
Prices: $450/person for 2 climbers & 1 guide
$750/private
Length:

3 days - standard length (1 day approach, 1 day climb, 1 day descent*)
2 days - for skilled and fit climbers (contact us for details)
* - options for another route on 3rd day possible (contact us for details)

Class size: 2
Skill Level:
matterhorn
Fitness Level: alpine
Climbing Level: rock climbing
Prerequisites:

• strong belay skills
• previous outdoor multi-pitch climbing experience (5.8 or higher)
• overnight backpacking experience
• good physical fitness

Dates: (calendar) July 16-18; August 13-15, 2010
Available June through September as private guiding.
Registration rock climbing: Use our Secure Online Registration or contact the MAS office

 

 

climbingIncredible Hulk Alpine Multi-Pitch Camp (5.10b) top

The Incredible Hulk in the Sawtooth Range west of Bridgeport on Highway 395 is regularly credited with offering the best alpine rock climbing experiences in the High Sierra. This two day program aims for the famous "Red Dihedral" (5.10b IV) route which is know for perfect, clean and physical climbing in a dramatic and exposed location.  Most of the route follows 5.8/5.9 crack systems so it is important that all participants have good crack climbing skills.

This trip can be taken as either a 2 or 3 day adventure depending your physical fitness and preference. Please contact the MAS office to discuss details.

Red Dihedral
More Course Info: PDF (128K) Additional info @ Supertopo.com
Prices: $750 with 1 person on weekend $725 with 1 person midwek
$450/person w/2 people weekend $425 person w/2 people midweek
Length: 3 days - standard length (1 day approach, 1 day climb, 1 day descent*)
2 days - for skilled and fit climbers (contact us for details)
* - options for another route on 3rd day possible (contact us for details)
Trip size: 1-2 people/guide
Skill Level:
ropes
Fitness Level: rock climbing
Climbing Level: incredible hulk
Prerequisites:

• very good physical fitness
• excellent belay skills - including lead belaying
• outdoor multi-pitch climbing experience up to 5.10c
• alpine climbing experience recommended
• overnight backpacking experience recommended

Dates:

July 16-18; August 20-22

Available June through September as private guiding.
Registration rock climbing: Use our Secure Online Registration or contact the MAS office
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