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Skill Level
3
Year
2023
Version
08.10.2025
Approval authority
Australian Union
1. What features on a topographic map indicate there might be a canyon in that area?
2. Know how to interpret the map features of a canyon topo.
3. Explore a canyon not listed with track notes in a guide book. Make a canyon topo of the canyon you explore.
4. Demonstrate how to set up ropes for abseiling in a canyon with existing anchors?
5. Know the procedure for jumping safely? What must you always do before jumping? Perform a jump in a canyon of 4 meters.
6. Demonstrate the use of ghosting techniques such as the fiddlestick method or pull down sling.
7. What is a pothole? What methods can be used to escape a pothole? Use partner assist to escape a pothole or to ascend a feature.
8. Teach a group from your club or church in techniques required for a basic canyon. Lead them on a trip.
9. Log 80 hours of canyoning experience. Keep accurate records of each trip.
