Some services are only seasonally available. Please feel free to send us an email if you have any questions - info@dirtbagclimbingcorp.com
THE GREAT OUT OF DOORS!
All programs are supervised by director and ACMG Rock Guide Dan Geddes.
All program staff have a minimum of Top Rope Climbing Instructor certification.
Find more information and sign up for any of our programs here
Adults
Private Rock Adventures
The traditional way! You can hire our ACMG Rock Guide, Dan Geddes, or any of our Top-Rope Climbing Instructors for any adventure in the vertical. Golden is a basecamp to many adventures within a wide region. If there's something you want to top out on, a new skill you want to learn, or you have a group of people looking for something new, just reach out.
Learn to Lead
This series hosts weekend instructional courses on outdoor lead climbing at sport climbing crags. A public, open, group of individual sign ups, so bring a friend or just yourself. Tops out at a 6:1 ratio, minimum 4 people to run. Must be 19+.
Learn to Trad Climb
This series hosts weekend instructional courses on outdoor traditional climbing. A public, open, group of individual sign ups, so bring a friend or just yourself. Tops out at a 6:1 ratio, minimum 4 people to run. Must be 19+.
Learn to Multi-Pitch
This series hosts weekend instructional courses on outdoor multi-pitch climbing. Put all your aquired skills to ultimate use! Previous leading experience required. A public, open, group of individual sign ups, so bring a friend or just yourself. Tops out at a 4:1 ratio, minimum 2 people to run. Must be 19+.
Experience Outdoor Climbing
This is a first introduction to recreational climbing. The day will be spent top rope climbing (where you can always be tightly supported by the rope if desired) with certified instructors at a venue close to the town of Golden. A public group or individuals, up to 10 participants per session. A ratio of 5:1 or smaller is maintained. No previous experience required.
Large Groups or Institutions
Do you have a work party, team building trip or some other reason to have some adventurous fun with folks who know what they're doing? Reach out and let us know the situation, we're more than happy to pencil you in for a good time!
Kids
Exposure Camp
The ultimate 5 day summer camp adventure. Based from the town of Golden, kids will experience 3 days of outdoor top-rope climbing, broken up by 2 days in the town site working on food security and other educational outdoor activities. Suitable for kids who have never climbed. Ages 5 to 11 (must have completed kindergarten).
Experience Camp
The next step for those who have aged, or otherwise grown out of our Exposure Camp program. This session is another full 5 day camp focusing on more complex climbing related technical and movement skills. Includes 4 days at locally with a final day exploring Spillimacheen. Ages 10+, younger kids with lots of experience are accepted case by case.
After School Spring Program
This program runs May and June and is a natural progression out of the seasonal indoor after school programs. Ages 7+, multiple age groups are available.
Dirtbag Climbing Crew
Our outdoor summer climbing team. This group of committed crushers spend 10 or more full days on outdoor rock. Skills learned include outdoor bouldering, lead climbing and multi-pitching. Some travel and a season end camping trip are to be expected. Venues include Golden, David Thompson, Revelstoke, Spillimacheen and more, depending on the season and weather. Must be at least 12 years of age with some previous climbing experience or interest.
Large Groups or Institutions
Dirtbag Climbing Corp also loves to work closely with other groups and organisations to host programs for their kids. Some examples include but are not limited to: Golden Secondary School, Ecole la Confluence, Wildsight, Golden Regional Youth Network, Golden Alternate School and Cadets. If you want your group to get on our list, don't hesitate to reach out!