Keyhole Ground School

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.

- 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 or go to the Zion Permit Desk the day before the ground school to ensure availability. Group not to exceed 12.

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

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

 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!!!

LOGISTIC DETAILS
• 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.
• 7 days/week, year-round
• Class begins at 7:00 am, March thru September, and 8:00 am, October thru March
• 4 to 5 hours of instruction, allowing enough time to obtain your permit if needed the day of class

PRICING
One on One                   Not Available
Two or More                  $149.00/person

• Early reservations advised. Dates tend to book 30 to 45 days out, June through August. Check your calendar and book early.
• A Private Trip Supplement ($45/person, waived for groups of 5 or more) guarantees no one else will be joining your group.
• All trips subject to 7.55% sales tax