We have compiled outdoor events in the Southwest for you as a resource from various online sources –
they are not official Southwest Explorers’ events.
This event is semi EXPLORATORY! Join me for a fun scramble with some awesome rappels coming down. I know well the area but I might not find all the anchors. Time - 4-5 Hours max Rappels - 4 ? Longest Rappel -200' Required Minimum Skills: The ability to rappel The ability to rig a rappel...
• Shared event with another Meetup hiking group • For most hikers, a "relatively easy" 4.3 mile (level 2) "no scrambling" hike, elevation gain 650 feet. From parking area, we first hike around the mountain bend along an old mining road. From this dirt road, we ascend to follow the mountain ridge trail to Ike's...
SocialDistancing Practiced Fully Vaccinated/Booster Competent SeniorClimbers this climb is for sport leaders practice Technical RockClimbing Beginning/Intermediate 5.6-5.8 Sport Leads if we need more climbs, can climb ChildsPlay additionally 20 minute approach Open to a few friends & friends-to-be. You always need standard rock climb gear: shoes, harness, helmet, safety tether, locker, locking belay device. Also...
Nevada Climbing Center offers weekly (mon-sat) yoga classes in our in house yoga space- ROCK YOGA COLLECTIVE. NCC members get issued a code to attend classes for free. There are yoga only drop ins available. For class descriptions and to book please visit http://www.oroyogasphere.com/classes *must book ahead of time space is limited For more info,...
Details You MUST indicate that you read the entire hike description by ANSWERING the question that pops up when signing up. If you have a recent no show, then you'll have to wait until the day of the hike to see if there's room for you. If I don't know you or if I can't...
This will be Anton's 51st card so come help him celebrate before his final peak! This is a Red Rock favorite and definitely one of mine as well! There are several ropes and webbing sections that are for advanced scramblers only! If you are not comfortable climbing up a 50 foot rope then please don't...
Aerial Silks by our dynamic aerialist Alex! On Tuesdays 8pm- 9:30pm NCC members take for free. $10 drop in for non members. Private lessons available for individual or small group. Contact Alex on Instagram @sharksharkwhale111 or text (702) 738-7664 For more info, other weekly events, or to fill out your liability waiver ahead of time,...
SocialDistancing Practiced Fully Vaccinated/Booster Competent SeniorClimbers this climb is for sport leaders practice Technical RockClimbing Beginning/Intermediate 5.6-5.8 Sport Leads 20 minute approach Open to a few friends & friends-to-be. You always need standard rock climb gear: shoes, harness, helmet, safety tether, locker, locking belay device. Also anchor gear, quick draws, 60m dynamic rope. Routes may...
This event is semi EXPLORATORY! Join me for a fun scramble with some awesome rappels coming down. I know well the area but I might not find all the anchors. Time - 4-5 Hours max Rappels - 4 ? Longest Rappel -120ft Required Minimum Skills: The ability to rappel The ability to rig a rappel...
This is a Great First Card Hike and Fitness Hike!! If you are new to rock scrambling I will share some hiking tips with you. This route is up and back. We will ascend the West route (the easiest route) to the summit. Shoes with Stealth or Vibram soles highly recommended for this hike and...
NCC hosts Local Ladies Night every Wednesday! Come hang out with other Las Vegas women climbers and meet your next climbing partner for the gym or outdoors. Perfect for beginners OR experienced climbers–climb your own climb while here and have a great time! Between 5 - 10pm, get a day pass for only $7 and...
Join us every Wednesday to meet other climbers and have an excellent training session or just casually climb with new friends! This is the perfect facility for beginners and experienced climbers with top ropes, bouldering, a lead climbing cave, a slackline, and climbing training equipment. Receive free rental gear with your purchase of a $14...
This hike is concentrated on Magic Mountain, but, should members need a Crabby Appleton (CA) card, we will traverse acroos to CA Peak and then back to Magic and descend from magic. We will meet at Red Rock Casino - Level 3, NW parking area and form carpools. Preference to hikers needing the card. Read...
Here is a wonderful opportunity for us to get together - not in the wilderness - but in the city, and in the service of others. I’m fortunate enough to have food on my table for every meal of every day. And you probably are too. But did you know that **1-in-8** (or 12.8% of)...
**REQUIREMENTS FOR SIGN UP - NO EXCEPTIONS** 1. You must have hiked with me on a Tier 3 or higher hike. 2. YOU MUST SIGN A **(http://richardwaltjen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/written-waiver.pdf)** TO ATTEND THIS HIKE. The link to the written waiver is here: (http://richardwaltjen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/written-waiver.pdf) You will not be moved to the "going" list without providing a signed waiver. If...
You do not have to camp with us to go to the Dutch oven contest at Cathedral Gorge. It is a publicly advertised event both on the State parks website and the Cathedral Gorge face book page If you are not able to camp with us. Feel free to show up on Saturday, hike around...
This route is one of the best hikes in Red Rock Canyon! Tons of Class 4+ climbing, a VERY difficult rope section, a trip through the famous Graffiti Traverse, and unbelievable vistas make for an awesome route. This is for experienced scramblers only! This will be a smaller group due to safety reasons. 8 PEOPLE...
• Shared event with another Meetup hiking group • For most hikers, a "relatively easy" 4.3 mile (level 2) "no scrambling" hike, elevation gain 650 feet. From parking area, we first hike around the mountain bend along an old mining road. From this dirt road, we ascend to follow the mountain ridge trail to Ike's...
If you have never rappelled or just learning, this class is for you. We will cover the basics of rappelling and you will do a few rappels. **You must be a 52er to attend.** We are parking at The Elbow: Directions: https://www.hikinglasvegas.com/park.html Meet us at the parking spot - do NOT hike to the rappel...
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Total Elevation: 9912 feet Total Distance: 15 + miles Total Elevation Gain: 4000 + Terrain Description: trail and off-trail class 2 Hiking Time: 8-10 + hours This is another Classic climb in the LVMC peak list. Peak is very subtle on the northern part of Las Vegas. This is exploratory for me. This will be...
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN EXPLORATORY HIKE TO CONFIRM THAT I KNOW THE ROUTE WELL AS I HAVE NEVER LED THIS HIKE BEFORE. Therefore I would not be taking anyone on this hike except for folks already added to the hike. This hike is for experienced scramblers only. We will take the standard route...
Please answer all questions prior to signing up. Priority to hikers who need the card. Waiting list set to automatic. We will be mostly in the shade to start and will have great views at the peak. You must be comfortable on exposed class 3 rock to do this hike. There is some exposure, and...
READ ENTIRE WRITE UP AND ANSWER ALL (3) QUESTIONS BEFORE SIGNING UP OR YOU WILL NOT GET ADDED If you have not hiked in altitude, please read below and understand that hikers get often **sick** and have to turn around when not prepared. https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/altitude-sickness In preparation for this hike, I suggest you venture to Trail...
Please read the entire hike description. This hike will follow the Grand Circle inside the Red Rock Canyon scenic loop area. The route is all Class 1 hiking with little elevation gain and no exposure, but it is considered strenuous due to the 11.5 mile distance. The pace will be moderate (not slow) so you...
Total Distance: 8 miles round trip Total Elevation Gain: 4000' Altitude: 5600' - 8154' Terrain Description: Off-trail, steep class 2-3 on limestone Approximate Hiking Time: 7-9 hours This will be a trip to summit four peaks along the La Madre ridge. There will be quite of bit of up and down along the ridge, but...
Please read the whole hike description. This hike is for the vertically inclined. It is short in distance but other than a brief flat walk at the beginning it is a steep uphill class 2 and 3 sandstone scramble to a rarely visited summit with wonderful views of Ice Box Canyon, North Peak, and the...
• Shared event with another Meetup hiking group • For most hikers, a "relatively easy" 4.3 mile (level 2) "no scrambling" hike, elevation gain 650 feet. From parking area, we first hike around the mountain bend along an old mining road. From this dirt road, we ascend to follow the mountain ridge trail to Ike's...
**REQUIREMENTS FOR SIGN UP - NO EXCEPTIONS** • You must have done one of my Tier 4 or higher hikes *with me*. • YOU MUST SIGN A **(http://richardwaltjen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/written-waiver.pdf)** TO ATTEND THIS HIKE. The link to the written waiver is here: (http://richardwaltjen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/written-waiver.pdf) You will not be moved to the "going" list without providing a signed waiver....
• Shared event with another Meetup hiking group • For most hikers, a "relatively easy" 4.3 mile (level 2) "no scrambling" hike, elevation gain 650 feet. From parking area, we first hike around the mountain bend along an old mining road. From this dirt road, we ascend to follow the mountain ridge trail to Ike's...
SocialDistancing Practiced Fully Vaccinated & Booster Competent SeniorClimbers Intermediate Technical RockClimbing 5.8-5.10 sportleads 25 minute trailhike approach Open to a few friends & friends-to-be. You always need standard rock climb gear: shoes, harness, helmet, safety tether, locker, locking belay device. Also anchor gear, quick draws, 60m dynamic rope. Routes may change with Weather & Whim....
Nevada Climbing Center offers weekly (mon-sat) yoga classes in our in house yoga space- ROCK YOGA COLLECTIVE. NCC members get issued a code to attend classes for free. There are yoga only drop ins available. For class descriptions and to book please visit http://www.oroyogasphere.com/classes *must book ahead of time space is limited For more info,...
Nevada Climbing Center offers weekly (mon-sat) yoga classes in our in house yoga space- ROCK YOGA COLLECTIVE. NCC members get issued a code to attend classes for free. There are yoga only drop ins available. For class descriptions and to book please visit http://www.oroyogasphere.com/classes *must book ahead of time space is limited For more info,...
As usual, if you don't answer the question, or message me privately if I don't know you, you will not go. To sign up for the waitlist, you must read the entire hike description and answers the question asked when signing up. If you have a recent no show, then you'll have to wait until...
Water Canyon is definitely a worthwhile visit. The scenery at the falls and from Top Rock are great. This combined with a fun straight forward canyon makes for a good day out **Time Required** - 8 to 11 hours **Distance -** 4.3 miles Total, 0.7 miles Technical **Rappels -** 9 Rappels, Longest Rappel 170 feet...
RSVP'S OPEN NOW We will be finished and back to the cars before sundown There is a wait list. all will go on it before being put on the going list. This hike is geared towards Intermediate hikers who want to gain more confidence with scrambling and slots. The hike starts near the Grand Staircase...
If you have never rappelled or just learning, this class is for you. We will cover the basics of rappelling and you will do a few rappels. **You must be a 52er to attend.** We are parking at The Elbow: Directions: https://www.hikinglasvegas.com/park.html Meet us at the parking spot - do NOT hike to the rappel...
Aerial Silks by our dynamic aerialist Alex! On Tuesdays 8pm- 9:30pm NCC members take for free. $10 drop in for non members. Private lessons available for individual or small group. Contact Alex on Instagram @sharksharkwhale111 or text (702) 738-7664 For more info, other weekly events, or to fill out your liability waiver ahead of time,...
Aerial Silks by our dynamic aerialist Alex! On Tuesdays 8pm- 9:30pm NCC members take for free. $10 drop in for non members. Private lessons available for individual or small group. Contact Alex on Instagram @sharksharkwhale111 or text (702) 738-7664 For more info, other weekly events, or to fill out your liability waiver ahead of time,...
You will need to get a pass to drive to trailhead ($30 for the annual Red Rock Pass or National Pass is $80) We will start from Sandstone Quarry parking lot and follow a well traveled path to the peak. There is minimal exposure and this is a great hike for new scramblers. My pace...
You have to be competent at rappelling and have ALL the necessary personal gear including: Harness,Belay device,Locking carabiners,Helmet,Gloves,Rescue device(Prusik or sling). You will be asked to CARRY rope to the top so have an appropriate pack. We will ascend the middle of Kraft Mountain via CLASS 4 route but NOT to the peak, then take...
This event is semi EXPLORATORY! Join me for a fun scramble with some awesome rappels coming down. I know well the area but I might not find all the anchors. Time - 4-5 Hours max Rappels - 4 ? Longest Rappel -120ft Required Minimum Skills: The ability to rappel The ability to rig a rappel...
This event is semi EXPLORATORY! Join me for a fun scramble with some awesome rappels coming down. I know well the area but I might not find all the anchors. Time - 4-5 Hours max Rappels - 4 ? Longest Rappel -120ft Required Minimum Skills: The ability to rappel The ability to rig a rappel...
Please read the entire hike description. New participants will be required to sign a Waiver similar to the Disclaimer below. This hike in the Red Springs area of Calico Basin is intended to be a beginner level scramble but experienced scramblers are welcome. STATS Distance: 1.5 miles Elevation gain: 800 ft Difficulty: easy to moderate...
Pandemic Safety/Social Distancing/Vaccination for dogs & their humans leashed/doggie bag pickup dog-less dog-friends fine 1+ miles 400’ dog pace Please be aware the your Meetup organizers are not tour guides and are not park rangers. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. You are solely...
A scenic jaunt across the crest of the Calico Ridge from Angel's Pass to the "Beach" below Calico Tank, then descent through Little Springs Canyon. A short but challenging loop scramble of about 2 1/2 miles total and about 1000' of net gain with plenty of challenging Cl 3 and 4 moves, some quite exposed....
READ ENTIRE WRITE UP AND ANSWER ALL (3) QUESTIONS BEFORE SIGNING UP OR YOU WILL NOT GET ADDED If you have not hiked in altitude, please read below and understand that hikers get often **sick** and have to turn around when not prepared. https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/altitude-sickness In preparation for this hike, I suggest you venture to Trail...
Join me for a scramble (class 3) "Going Somewhere" on Red Spring Peak. This is a scramble, not a trail hike, and we don't have a route planned, we don't plan on going fast, but will be taking extra short breaks. It's usually a different route each time since I forget where I went last...
**REQUIREMENTS FOR SIGN UP - NO EXCEPTIONS** 1. You must have hiked with me on a Tier 3 or higher hike. 2. YOU MUST SIGN A **(http://richardwaltjen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/written-waiver.pdf)** TO ATTEND THIS HIKE. The link to the written waiver is here: (http://richardwaltjen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/written-waiver.pdf) You will not be moved to the "going" list without providing a signed waiver. If...
• Shared event with another Meetup hiking group • For most hikers, a "relatively easy" 4.3 mile (level 2) "no scrambling" hike, elevation gain 650 feet. From parking area, we first hike around the mountain bend along an old mining road. From this dirt road, we ascend to follow the mountain ridge trail to Ike's...
• Shared event with another Meetup hiking group • For most hikers, a "relatively easy" 4.3 mile (level 2) "no scrambling" hike, elevation gain 650 feet. From parking area, we first hike around the mountain bend along an old mining road. From this dirt road, we ascend to follow the mountain ridge trail to Ike's...
This will be a challenging, fun scramble. NO BEGINNER SCRAMBLERS We start by going up the Sayeed slot, then up the Labrinth and over to Slab Rift, across to Happy Valley and up the Amberat Slot. I will only allow people on this hike who I have scrambled with and know their skills or can...
We failed summiting Basin mountain last year. I am hoping to summit this year and do some practice for Rainier as well. Priority will be given to those climbing Mt. Rainier. I only have 6 permits, If you you can get tickets, let me know and I will put you on the going list. I...
**** READ the HIKE DESCRIPTION and RSVP with INTEGRITY **** When you RSVP, answer the question: "Do you need this Card?" New participants will be required to sign a Waiver similar to the Disclaimer below. Group size will be kept small; who I select and why is up to me; your order on the Wait...
New hikers welcome! ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS WHEN YOU SIGN UP OR YOU WILL NOT BE ADDED. Thank you. Waiting list set to automatic. Preference to hikers who need the card. This will be a slow pace hike using the west route side of Kraft Mountain to the peak. We will be scrambling parallel to Hell’s...
**THIS HIKE IS INVITE ONLY** Only those who have successfully made it through the Smokestack with me on either The Crossover or Hole in the Wall hikes will be invited. This hike is part of the Double Diamond series. You can earn a Double Diamond pin by doing all of the hikes in the series....
We will be doing this by the standard route from the picnic area. I will be going off of a track and memory from doing it about a year ago. That said, this one will still be somewhat exploratory. This one is brushy and rocky. Due to the chance of rockfall, I recommend helmets. Let's...
• Shared event with another Meetup hiking group • For most hikers, a "relatively easy" 4.3 mile (level 2) "no scrambling" hike, elevation gain 650 feet. From parking area, we first hike around the mountain bend along an old mining road. From this dirt road, we ascend to follow the mountain ridge trail to Ike's...
