If you’re only going to learn three knots for canyoneering, the munter mule should be one of them. (The other two should be the water knot and the prusik.) What’s the Munter mule? The primary use of the Munter mule in canyoneering is as a contingency anchor. The Munter mule is actually made of two …
Donut Falls often fills to capacity with hikers during the warmer months, but not in winter. I pulled into the parking lot at about 6:30 am, with just enough light to see without a light. No other cars were in the parking lot. I planned to run the 1.6 miles to the falls in quick …
A study conducted in 2007 on injury patterns among canyoneers identified the most common injuries encountered while canyoneering. The study broke down injury patterns by major and minor. As shown in the study, many risks exist in canyons and many of them can kill you. You don’t want to die in a canyon. It’s a …
Canyoneering rope – which one should you choose? Canyoneering ropes come in many breeds, colors, and styles – all designed for the rugged canyoneering environment. Some will fit your needs better than others for various reasons. This article will help you pick the right rope to add to your family and will discuss the care …
