This is the base-level course for participation in rockcraft activities and is required for vertical canyoning and caving. Attending this workshop will give you a great grounding for rock adventures and you can even earn you Stage 4 OAS Abseiling (However you must abseil on at least one other occasion before or after the course to complete the OAS requirements).
The course is suitable for Venturers, Rovers, and Leaders. Unfortunately we can't accept Scouts or younger on this course, due to the length of the day and the level of supervision we are able to offer - however Scout Units can register for Scout Abseil Days.
The theory night is held at Barra Brui Scout Hall and includes a mix of theory presentations and practical components (prussiking, knots, setting up abseil devices, care of equipment).
The theory night registration is combined with the prac day for the same course number, you do not need to register separately.
Its strongly recomended to review and practise the knots using the knotting guide before the theory night -> Knotting Guide (SP Section Only)
Digital copies will be provided prior to the course if you don’t have access to Teams
The practical day is held at Wahroonga Rocks. Participants aim to complete 10 abseils on a variety of abseil devices as well as practising belaying skills, and prussiking.
Meeting place at 8:30am at Wahroonga Rocks - End of Cliff Road (Cliff Road Oval) Wahroonga.