Friday Climbing Clinic
City Park, Lander, Wyoming
Friday, July 11, 2025 - 8am-4pm

About Marcus Garcia:
routes in North America. From cutting edge single pitch climbs to daring 14 pitch adventure, on rock, ice, and mixed terrain, the one thing that all of Garcia’s climbs have in common is the huge amount of work and passion required to create them.
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Marcus has over 30 years of all-around climbing, and has established over 200 new routes,
including everything from traditional, sport, Clean aid first ascents and mixed climbing to big
walls and desert towers. However, his biggest accomplishment and legacy is not how hard he can
push himself, but what he passes on to the next generation of climbers as a coach and mentor
Marcus is helping develop the next generation of Olympic Caliber athletes.
Marcus’s presentation are loved by all as he brings a different approach to climbing presentation.
He brings the emotional component with videos and engaging conversation.
Marcus’s sponsors:
RAB, Sterling, Osprey packs, Camp, Lowa Boots, First Ascent coffee.
Thank you to Sterling Rope for sponsoring this clinic!
About Gym to Crag Transitions:
As indoor climbing continues to grow, more climbers are eager to take their skills outside and explore real rock. But transitioning from the gym to the crag requires a different set of skills — ones that aren't typically covered in gym settings.
This clinic is designed to give you the foundational tools and confidence to climb safely outdoors. You’ll learn:
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Site management and safety considerations
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How to transition from lead climbing to setting up a top rope
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Cleaning bolted anchors
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Reading and interpreting route descriptions
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Approaching lead climbs and bolted top-rope setups
Whether you're looking to build independence or simply understand the basics of outdoor climbing systems, this clinic is a perfect starting point for your journey from plastic to rock.
Prerequisites:
This clinic is open to all climbers, and is tailored towards newer climbers.
Gear Requirements:
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Personal Gear (harness, shoes, helmet)
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Water, snacks
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Sun protection
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Rope + Draws if you have them (not required)