Most current listing of ACA Events can be found on the ACA MeetUp page found here:
ACA Events Calendar
Explore a wide range of courses, events, and meetups offered by ACA instructors, guides, and leaders. This calendar also features exciting gatherings from local and regional ACA-affiliated groups. It’s definitely worth adding to your bookmarks!
If you would like to add an ACA affiliated event to our calendar, please let us know. Submit events to: info@canyoneering.net
*Please contact the event host directly for details and registration.
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Canyon Leader Assessment
May 5, 2023 @ 8:00 am - May 7, 2023 @ 4:00 pm MDT
ACA Canyon Leader (CL) Assessment (previously Canyon Leader 2) RSVP HERE
To become a Canyon Leader (previously Canyon Leader 2) in the ACA you must pass the Canyon Leader assessment. Your skills, training, etc can be from any place or any classes you have taken. Bottom line is you need to pass the ACA assessment. It is a comprehensive assessment of the ACA skills checklists (Core, Aspirant, ACL, CL) and in canyon assessment.
TAKE NOTE– the skill checklists have been updated so make sure you have the current one which is located here: ACA Checklists
There will be a written exam, swim test, and in-canyon assessment in addition to assessing your skills.
THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP, meaning you should have a good understanding and know how to apply your skills already. You have some time to prepare and if you have questions or need clarification, please contact the assessment host.
RATE: $150.00 Per Person. Includes Tax and Meetup processing fees.
PAYMENT POLICY:
Payments are Non-Refundable and Non-Transferable unless event is cancelled.
TRANSPORTATION:
Transportation to/from training areas is not provided. Roads are rough. Please plan ahead with an appropriate vehicle.
THE SHOP:
We stock our favorite gear, equipment and ropes. ACA discounts are applied 🙂
WEATHER:
The weather in Escalante can change quickly whether before the course or during it. We expect that you come prepared with rain jacket/gear.
**Please note that the location of ANY trip/course is subject to change based upon the current weather (precipitation, temperature etc.) and group. Safety First.