tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55231561172248664832024-03-05T22:09:49.301-08:00Excursions of EscalanteWe are in our 17th season as Escalante's First professional guide service. We are permitted in the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument, Glen Canyon NRA, Box Death Hollow Wilderness and Dixie National Forest. We guide Canyoneering, Hiking, Multi-day adventures, Photography and more.... Excursions of Escalante is an Accredited Training Center of the American Canyoneering Academy.Excursions of Escalantehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09924343688444568830noreply@blogger.comBlogger118125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523156117224866483.post-18553526739651901542016-09-12T11:40:00.001-07:002016-09-12T11:40:51.817-07:00What a Whirl Wind Season!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Wow! The 2016 is just flying by. We have been so fortunate to have such a wonderful group of folks come and visit us in the canyons this year. September is now rockin & rollin and the canyons are awaiting our Fall season visitors. Check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for more up to date photos etc. </div>
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<br />Excursions of Escalantehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633557433169542334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523156117224866483.post-83896525599753460812016-04-18T15:56:00.001-07:002016-04-18T15:56:21.565-07:00Spring has Sprung!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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tours are in full swing now that spring is here.</span><span style="line-height: 107%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 107%;">Bob and Jo joined us again this year for an
early canyoneering tour. They were here back in 2012 to take a 3 day technical
course with us! It was great fun to see them again.</span><span style="line-height: 107%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 107%;">Jo also purchased and broke in a nice pair of
TX3 La Sportiva shoes from our new gear store.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Of course with spring also comes “Spring Cleaning”…. Which
is not near as fun as Canyoneering but has to be done. Amie is busy spring cleaning
in the office, purging, organizing and dusting. Part of the cleaning is in preparation
for a much needed new desk. </span><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">However, she’d
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Amie is also taking the jump and moving from a PC to an
iMac!</span><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"> She has been waiting for a long time to buy an iMac and is very excited for the jump! </span><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">This is quite an undertaking,
between transferring files, learning the differences from the Windows world to
the iMac world. Once the office is ready, then we plan to open the Shop for the
season!</span><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">We are very excited about the
new products we will be c</span><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">arrying this year. Come in and check it out!! And have
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Canyoneering can be an excellent way to strengthen family bonds. The Westgates recently had an unforgettable family canyoneering experience. Canyoneering incorporates teamwork and communication. These skills can be used in daily life. Come visit for your canyoneering experience!</h4>
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<br />Excursions of Escalantehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633557433169542334noreply@blogger.com0Escalante, UT 84726, USA37.7702663 -111.6021190000000237.720055300000006 -111.68280000000001 37.8204773 -111.52143800000002tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523156117224866483.post-41978205542629421392016-04-08T14:30:00.000-07:002016-04-08T14:30:04.578-07:00Flower Friday!Happy Flower Friday from Excursions of Escalante! The grass is green and needs to be cut. The flowers are getting buried in the madness. Kelleen had to move grass to get this shot. <div>
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Spring is here and we have kicked off the 2016 season by hosting an ACA (American Canyoneering Academy) Rendezvous for Professional and Aspirant canyoneering guides. The crew of 17 arrived Thursday evening 3/3 and departed the evening of Sunday 3/6. Rich Carlson, head of the ACA joined us for this event, leading groups through the canyons and conducting rescue scenarios for group members. Safety First! Rick, ACA Master Guide conducted training, anchor practice etc. along with leading groups through the slots. We were also joined by Jared Hillhouse of Northwash Outfitters (Blanding, UT). Jared was kind enough to offer his time to conduct a rigging workshop for the group. Thanks Jared! And thank you to Jeana for putting together a weather presentation for the group. Weather plays a major part in canyoneering. As always, Safety First. A big Thank You for all who attended. We are looking forward to hosting another Pro Rendezvous!</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jared Hillhouse of Northwash Outfitters conducts a rigging workshop in our backyard of the shop.</td></tr>
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<br />Excursions of Escalantehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09924343688444568830noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523156117224866483.post-63593859494532764482016-02-16T12:29:00.001-08:002016-02-16T12:33:59.170-08:00It's Almost Time!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
It is officially mid-February and the weather here in Escalante has been epic the past few days. The 16 inches of snow just about gone. Now granted, it is likely that we will incur a bit more inclement weather, but this break has been fabulous. Rick has been getting out and doing some canyoneering in Nevada and California along with more exploring in Baja, MX. </div>
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The 2016 Season will kick off with our first tour March 7th. I liked this shot that someone emailed me of the guides hiking out of the canyons. The warm summer months are just around the corner! Belay is On!</div>
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The Winter months are going by ever so quickly. Escalante is currently blanketed in a foot of snow! Rick had a chance to get out of the cold and do a canyon named Bubba's in Nevada. Below are a couple of shots. </div>
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Thanks Petzl for sending Rick the new static Push rope to test out!</div>
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The 2016 Season is right around the corner and we are preparing for March 8th opening. Come and visit us for an adventure in the slots!</div>
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Excursions of Escalantehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09924343688444568830noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523156117224866483.post-48654109204442206722016-01-04T08:14:00.001-08:002016-01-04T08:14:59.808-08:00Monday morning dusting. <p dir="ltr">We hope this post finds that everyone had a nice Holiday. The 2016 canyoneering season is just 8 weeks around the corner! We are busy prepping for a fun filled year. Our shop will be fully stocked with your canyon necessities. We are now the area's retailer for Five Ten and La Sportiva footwear, BlueWater ropes and Petzl gear and ropes. We will also carry Black Diamond Equipment, Chums accessories etc. Stop on in and check it all out while you're in town. And of course we'll still have killer espresso drinks. Looking forward to 2016! </p>
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Last week we had the pleasure of spending a couple of days with a group of Girl Scouts from Phoenix, AZ. Rick, Craig and Ian had a great time with these ladies in the slot canyons. The girls learned seated bridges, foot bridges, body bridges and smearing techniques, along with teamwork and trust exercises. </div>
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The Frankenberg family joined us for a day in the slots last week. Escalante has been fortunate to get lots of rain this spring to help make up for a very dry winter. This has made for a wet and muddy fun canyoneering season! Come join us for some rockin good times on the ropes!</div>
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Excursions of Escalantehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09924343688444568830noreply@blogger.com0Escalante, Escalante37.770267 -111.60212tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523156117224866483.post-3361824262058871462015-06-29T13:42:00.001-07:002015-06-29T13:42:46.770-07:00Flashback to 2008 Day Off for Rick!<br />
Check out a flashback to 2008. Great photos and fun read from one of Rick's adventurous days off.<br />
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Hello Canyoneers & Future Canyoneers! It has been a super busy Spring here in Escalante. Our tours have been packed, the accommodations in town busting at the seams and waits to get into the restaurants! If you haven't visited Escalante, come for a visit and join the action. </div>
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I took the photo below this morning as the team sat down to make a plan for a day of canyoneering. Adam Eakle with KSL Outdoors is spending the day shooting with us for a piece on canyoneering safety. We are excited to have him (back) in the canyons for a day! The weather is awesome, so here is hoping for some great shots with today's crew. We'll keep you posted!</div>
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We are happy to announce the 2015 Multi Day Trip schedule is out! Click on the link below to learn about all the fun adventures we're planning for next season. See you in 2015!</div>
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Well folks, the days are getting shorter, the leaves are dropping and the busy season is winding down. Soon Excursions will be following the summer sun south to Baja, MX where we'll be spending a little time relaxing and a lot of time poking around the backcountry of Baja, hunting down those hidden gems and secret spots for future Baja adventures. </div>
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Spring was beautiful, and the raptors were nesting! Rick rescued a very emaciated falcon chick from a canyon in the spring. Last we heard from Best Friends was that the chick had regained strength and had been moved to the flight pen so he could beef up for a release! </div>
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In August we had to say farewell to our assistant, Matt and his girlfriend Kami as they left Escalante for the Northwest and new adventures. Matt started graduate school and last report was that he was happily emmersed in his studies and enjoying his classes. </div>
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Excursions got technical. Not only did we join the smartphone society (finally! our friends and family are very pleased.) but we also entered the wonderful world of social media! Now you can follow our adventures and antics on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Trip Advisor, and Pinterest...as well as right here!! </div>
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The 2014 season was filled with great people, wonderful adventures, and fun times with friends- new and old. Thanks to everyone for joining us for another amazing year doing what we love and sharing it with others. You made it happen.</div>
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Fall foliage is turning on the mountain, the kids are back to school and the adults are out to play! We had a great group out last weekend. Jen and Beth of Scheels Sports in Utah drove down to spend part of their adventure weekend with us and we FINALLY were able to get some hard working, local Escalantites to join us!</div>
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The crew! Angelique, Amanda, Jen, Beth, Robert and Darrel are ready to have some fun!</div>
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For the past three winters, Excursions has been spending time exploring the southeastern coast of Baja, Mexico. This year, after much research and on the ground experiences, we are excited to offer several multiday adventure trips in the backcountry of Baja. This beautiful, remote part of Baja has called to Rick the same way Escalante first drew him in over 20 years ago. The Sea of Cortez is world known for its incredible sport fishing opportunities, amazing snorkeling and annual whale and dolphin migrations. Jacque Cousteau once described it as the "world's aquarium" and the "Galapagos of North America". The beaches stretch for miles with hardly a soul to be seen, and the water is calm, warm and turquoise blue most of the year. The mountains and deserts host a surprising abundance of life as well as evidence of those that have come before. Rock art panels have been found all along the coast of the peninsula, some of which have gained UNESCO World Heritage Site status. </div>
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Our base in Baja has been a sleepy little fishing village an hour north of San Jose del Cabo called Los Barriles. We have spent many days venturing to remote mountain villages and tranquil beaches, often finding ourselves the only human visitors much to the surprise of several sea lions and pelicans! On another excursion we discovered a remote beach littered with ancient Native stone tools and chippings. In the late afternoon we’d head down to the town beach to watch hundreds of baby sea turtles being released into the ocean, the hard work of a local conservation group, Grupo Tortuguero. Evenings were often spent at one of the many open air taquerias devouring incredible ceviche, shrimp and fish tacos, or amazing carne asada that was grilling all afternoon! </div>
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While the area around Los Barriles is stunning and full of places to explore, the mountains north of La Paz kept tempting us as we studied maps and satellite images of their imposing beauty. We had finally found the backcountry we were looking for…and the exploration planning begun. </div>
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<span style="text-align: start;">Last winter, after much planning, organizing, and discussion we had worked out the logistics for an excursion into those mountains. Our team included Marjorie and Jean, interpreter and guides from La Paz, Rogelio who owns a ranch at the base of the mountain and packed our gear in on mule and horseback, and Polomo, a local guide who grew up on the mountain and knew its routes and secrets. Two friends/clients/all-stars, Tony and Judy also joined us for the adventure. Four days were spent hiking, scrambling, and rappelling through a geologic wonderland of green, pink, white and bluish rocks, hoodoos and canyons. Polomo showed us the remains of his family’s homestead at a palm oasis on the slope of the mountain, what a childhood he must have had up there! The excitement of discovery was palpable as we pushed for the saddle and hopefully a route to the summit and a possible canyon descent. </span></div>
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Routes were evaluated, new vistas peaked interest in further exploration, palm trees whispered of undiscovered oases and all around the rocks and geology teased us with their mysterious origins. We will be back…the mountains are calling!</div>
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We had a great time in the canyon with these guys. Father and son duo, Tom and Thomas show some sweet canyon bridging! Later in the day, we discovered a young California Kingsnake in the canyon and the guys helped us rescue it. Way to go guys! Canyon karma!</div>
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California Kingsnakes are constrictors and will eat rattlesnakes- definitely a good snake to have around! </div>
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Some photos from another stunning day in the Escalante desert. We rappelled, scrambled, scooted, bridged and didn't see another soul. Perfect day!</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Follow the link below to our newsletter. Read all about our Canyoneering Safaris, updates on our Falcon rescue, our new Art on the Patio events, and wish Matt farewell and good luck in his upcoming adventures! </span></div>
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