The Keyhole Ground School
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Staff-wide, we feel this course is the most empowering of our offerings. Keyhole Canyon in Zion National Park is the "best little slot canyon" in the Southwest. It has drill holes, waterfalls, plunge pools, chockstones, and beautiful stone fins and waves, all carved by flowing desert waters. Our Keyhole Ground School is popular because people can go from mild-mannered civilians in the morning to independent, competent canyoneers by the afternoon. Through this ground school, you can earn the wings of a technical canyoneer and end the day with 3 rappels and a real canyon under your belt.

PREREQUISITES
»- No experience required, but... - Recommended for confident outdoor enthusiasts, or those with some climbing experience - Age 12 or older recommended - *Canyoneering permit required* Reserve on-line: www.nps.gov/zion or go to the Zion Permit Desk the day before the ground school to ensure availability. Group not to exceed 12.
CURRICULUM
»You will learn the skills necessary to descend Keyhole Canyon, including: - Knots, ropes, & anchors - Scrambling & rappelling - Problem solving and route finding - "Leave No Trace" practices
EXPERIENCE
»Self-guided Keyhole Canyon descent: - Map reading and route finding - Scrambling, down-climbing, swimming, and stemming - The shadowy depths of a super slot, with 3 exciting, reasonable rappels - Plunge pools, wading corridors, and a 100-foot swim
GEAR
»We provide all the necessary technical gear for your experience, but recommend you bring: - 2 quarts of water/person & food/snacks - Sunscreen and sun hat - Warm, synthetic clothing - Waterproof camera - Closed-toe shoes for ground school - Zion National Park Canyoneering Permit for your group!!!
SCHEDULE
»- 7 days/week, year-round - Class begins at 7:00 am, March thru September - Class begins at 8:00 am, October thru March - 4 to 5 hours of instruction
LOCATION
»Meet for morning instruction at Zion Adventure Company at 36 Lion Blvd., across from the Quality Inn. We provide detailed directions for Keyhole Canyon on the day of your adventure.
PREPARATION
»Early reservations advised
PRICE
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Keyhole Groundschool w/2+$99.00 / person
Keyhole Groundschool w/1$149.00 / person
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