Multi-pitch Supervisor Course in Cape Town, March 2021.
As a Mountaineering Instructor, these courses are perhaps the nicest to hold. I, as the instructor, get to climb lots and at the same time impart lots of knowledge. The course is becoming popular for aspirant guides and for recreational climbers alike. Multi-pitch trad and Sport climbs are seen as an ultimate goal for many. Getting the skills and confidence is another thing and that’s where Peak High comes in…
Mountain Leader Course, January and March 2021.
The Mountain Club of SA, Kwa-Zulu Natal Section partnered with us and subsidised the course fee for 5 of their meet leaders. There are also more to be done later. This is to raise the skill level of people who lead trips for the Club in the Drakensberg. Two course sessions have been run this year. We spent 5 days in each course doing anything from navigation to camp etiquette to river crossings.
Cleft Peak and Tseke Pass hike March 2021.
It was 4 days and 6 people in the beautiful central Drakensberg. Autumn weather had started and there was a slight chill at night. We enjoyed great views, two lovely campsites and summited Tseke Pass. Cleft Peak remained un-climbed as a thunderstorm moved in towards midday.
Sea cliff climbing at Morgan Bay, January 2021.
Allen has been climbing with me for just over a year. At 71 years of age he was a late starter in climbing! We have been all over including Monteseel, White Umfolozi and Eagle Rock. This time it was to sample the dolerite cliffs above the Indian Ocean. 4 days of perfect rock followed by relaxing evenings at the Morgan Bay hotel.
