When things go wrong in the vertical world, complexity is the enemy. Join IFMGA Guide and legendary alpinist Vince Anderson to master the art of self-rescue. Vince focuses on simple, recallable systems that work when the pressure is on. You will move beyond basic theory and practice real solutions for escaping the belay, raising and lowering an injured partner, and managing multi-pitch retreats. Learn how to solve complex problems using only the gear on your harness.
NOTE - Instructor changed from Dale Remsberg to Vince Anderson
LEVEL: Beginner
DATE: Friday - January 23rd, 2026
MEET: 12:50pm @ The Scarpa Booth (in the Vendor Village)
TIME: 1:00pm - 4:00pm (half day)
GUIDE: Vince Anderson
SPONSOR: Scarpa
When things go wrong in the vertical world, complexity is the enemy. Join IFMGA Guide and legendary alpinist Vince Anderson to master the art of self-rescue. Vince focuses on simple, recallable systems that work when the pressure is on. You will move beyond basic theory and practice real solutions for escaping the belay, raising and lowering an injured partner, and managing multi-pitch retreats. Learn how to solve complex problems using only the gear on your harness.
NOTE - Instructor changed from Dale Remsberg to Vince Anderson
LEVEL: Beginner
DATE: Friday - January 23rd, 2026
MEET: 12:50pm @ The Scarpa Booth (in the Vendor Village)
TIME: 1:00pm - 4:00pm (half day)
GUIDE: Vince Anderson
SPONSOR: Scarpa
