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Scramble – Father Dyer Peak

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Scramble – Father Dyer Peak

Father Dyer's East Ridge offers one of the finest introductions to Class 3 scrambling anywhere. Perfect for hikers ready to add a bit of hands-on movement and exposure to their mountain adventures. This loop route - that includes a Class 2 traverse to Crystal Peak - really has it all: pristine alpine lakes, stunning 360-degree views, and most importantly, solid rock holds on a beautiful ridge. Leader permission is required for this climb - and current RMOTHG membership.

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Tim Lane
Tim Lane
Primary Leader
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 5.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,300 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 13,822 ft
  • Pace: Slower on Scramble / 2 mph Hiking

Class 3 Climbing (aka Scrambling) is often seen as a transition between hiking and more technical climbing. This type of terrain requires the use of both hands and feet to ascend. It can be steep and usually has significant exposure - meaning a fall can result in serious injury or morte.  Fortunately Class 3 scrambling is not especially hard and is physically do-able by the majority of people. 

Prerequisites:
> Leader Permission.
> Extensive experience with Class 2 (off-trail) hiking.
> Ability to manage fear in high-exposure situations where falls can be serious.
> The physical / aerobic conditioning to climb 2300 ft of elevation in 2.5 miles - at 13,000 ft. 
> Watch several required videos on scrambling - to revisit on climb. 

Leaders will share and demonstrate key scrambling skills during climb - as well as techniques for staying focused and managing fear. 

    

Meeting Time:    5:30 am

Meeting Place:   Wooly Mammoth Park n Ride Section BB (across from Exxon Station). I70 exit 259.

Route/Place

Father Dyer Peak

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

> 10 Essentials:  https://www.cmc.org/groups-sections/front-range-groups/denver/course-templates/wilderness-trekking-school-denver/course-materials/learn-more-fundaments/ten-essential-systems

> Climbing Helmet (can be rented). 
> Pack:   Bring what you would need to stay warm & dry if you sprained your ankle or twisted your knee up on the mountain in a cold hail storm - and couldn't get down for several hours.(without overloading yourself)
> A Spirit of Adventure:)

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