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Wet Rock as of 3/29 & 3/30/2023
Mar 31, 2023
Yes it rained again on Red Rock on 3/29/2023 and 3/30/2023. Reminders:2-3 inches of dry sand in general desert environments and at the base of where you want to climb.&nbs…
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Wet Rock as of 3/22/2023
Mar 22, 2023
Yes it rained again on Red Rock on 3/21/2023. Reminders:2-3 inches of dry sand in general desert environments and at the base of where you want to climb. The surface…
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Reply: Wet Rock as of 3/16/2023
Mar 20, 2023
Old Prospector
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I’m curious however, what your sources are?Reading, talking to career geologists, observation, experience, asking questions, breaking sandstone…
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Wet Rock as of 3/20/2023
Mar 20, 2023
Some of the things I see after rain (or the biggest lies told in Red Rock) :The surface evaporates quickly after rain, and climbers think "it's not wet, let's climb!" Everyone…
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Wet Rock as of 3/16/2023
Mar 16, 2023
Some of the things I see after rain (or the biggest lies told in Red Rock) :The surface evaporates quickly after rain, and climbers think "it's not wet, let's climb!""Look! The…
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Reply: Crews searching for missing hiker at Red Rock Cany…
Feb 11, 2020
While the article mentions a local heli comany, the Las Vegas Metro PD SAR is fully funded by their police budget and is most likely the ones that will take charge. The helicop…
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Reply: STOLEN bolting kit from Universal Wall
Jul 9, 2019
Jonathan, this is Dan Y over at Desert Rock Sports. I think your bag and gear was just dropped off at the shop. Stop by at your convenience and ID it and it's back!
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General Climbing
What would you do? All opinions are welcome
Feb 8, 2019
The following is a message exchange that started on Dec 31, 2013. I responded on Jan 7, 2014. This topic was dead for 5 yrs, until I received the "f%$# you" message Jan 29 this…
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Red Rock Rendezvous Crag List is BS!
Mar 24, 2017
So this looks like the official RRR Crag List for 2017: cvent.com/events/red-rock-r… It looks very official. However, I guide in Red Rock and relied on this list to…
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Reply: Requesting Red Rock Rendezvous Crag List
Mar 24, 2017
Adventure Chumps: I take it you are saying all of Red Rock. So true! FrankPS: thanks for the link. It looks very official However, I guide in Red Rock and relied on this…
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New wag bag dispenser at First Pullout
Mar 24, 2017
New Wag Bag dispenser in First Pullout area. With Hamlet and Panty Wall viewable behind it. I put a lot of thought into the location. I watched climbers hike in over the past 2…
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Parking lot police
Mar 22, 2017
To Exum Mtn Guides, Sawtooth Mtn Guides, Idaho Mtn Guides and to whomever left this note on my car: “Hey Asshole! Way to give climbers a bad name. Proudly displaying…
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Uninformed trail maintenance
Jan 12, 2017
Trail maintenance on 1/11/17 eliminated the trail to Black Corridor/Sweet Pain/Great Red Book/Meetup Wall/etc. WTF??? There was a group of about 6 working at the 2nd pullout ye…
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Reply: How wet is it?
Oct 17, 2015
I work as a climbing guide in Red Rock which means I keep a very close watch on the conditions during/after rain. I need dry conditions to make a living. I've gone out to asses…
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Reply: Unkwown Wall ID ?
Sep 21, 2015
Nicholas, this is a project area of mine called The Office. I will publish info once I am done with it. Dan
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Reply: Red Rock questions,Solar Slab
Jul 19, 2014
Nemmrs, I have been guiding Red Rock for several years now and am more that happy to give your team a complete overview of all of the things to consider. I can be hired either…
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Reply: There is no cure for stupid
Jun 8, 2014
Mark, lmao! Unburied Treasure and Drop a Duece. Perfect. But mediocre is a nice compliment. I think these crags are pretty shitty...
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There is no cure for stupid
Jun 6, 2014
A big F#%@ You to the douche bag that took a dump directly under Sunken Treasure at the Shipwreck and left the whole mess including wipe paper under a rock. Seriously? There is…
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Trad Climbing
Reply: Best Cordless Power Drill for Bolting on Lead
Jun 2, 2014
Another option from Bosch if weight is a concern (and ground up it is a concern) is the 18636-03. I've used this drill for 100's of bolt holes in both sandstone and limestone.…
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Lost and Found
Found: dropped phone under Big Bad Wolf, Red Rock, NV
Apr 17, 2014
Found all of the pieces except the battery. I heard that the battery was found the day before. Message me with the type of phone and I will send it to you: djyoung1110@yahoo.
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Lost and Found
Found: Gear at base of Cat in the Hat, Red Rock, NV
Apr 29, 2013
Describe it to claim it. You pay shipping if required. Dan
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Lost and Found
Found Red Rock 1st Pullout
Jan 9, 2013
Just after the first of the year 2013. Maybe you were hungover? Several biners on a sling. Describe and get them back.
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Climbing Gear Discussion
Reply: Twin/Double ropes with party of 3
Apr 1, 2012
I use this exact setup often to bring 2 climbers up more or less concurrently. It allows your party of 3 to move at close to the same pace as a party of 2. Half ropes have been…
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Reply: .
Apr 1, 2012
Great job Scott on all things Red Rock! You definitely set the bar high and you are a shining example of how to treat our playground. Thanks a million!!! -Dan
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Reply: Second Pullout Trail Day - Saturday, February 11th
Feb 12, 2012
Life gets in the way of living sometimes and yesterday was one of those times for me. I was really looking forward to getting out there and getting sweaty and dirty. If there i…
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Injuries and Accidents
Reply: Red Rocks - 04/30 - Helicopter Evacuation (Pine Cr…
May 3, 2011
Doug you are right and I stand corrected. I agree with you when you state: "I think when you offer someone instruction you do take on the responsiblity of knowing what you are…
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Injuries and Accidents
Reply: Red Rocks - 04/30 - Helicopter Evacuation (Pine Cr…
May 2, 2011
I know Rose and I've been quiet for too long. The above exchange is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Rose not understanding what she is talking about and putting he…
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