CGI NEWS
Releasable to Tails Up Efficient Transition
Rigging releasable for team/clients on temporary rigging, and transitioning to retrievable rigging for last person/lead/guide. Use case: There are a couple of cases throughout the
Do we know enough about our clients’ health and abilities to manage risks?
As canyoneers, we are all too familiar with canyoneering “Beta” and its benefits. The rating and data on the canyon help us with the planning
Canyoneering Terminology Translations
I got this book (photo) from Rich Carlson some years ago.Great information for traveling around the world canyoneering, mountaineering, or just climbing.But probably more useful
Retrievable Rigging: Is It Useful for Professional Guiding?
Sooner or later, canyoneers will come across this particular area of rigging: Retrievable rigging Depending on the country or region of the world, it can
FX Gagnon
In today’s Guide Spotlight – FRANCOIS XAVIER (FX) GAGNON – CGI Certified Level 3 Pro Canyon Guide. Also serving as the current CGI Regional Director
Adolfo Isassi
In today’s Guide Spotlight – ADOLFO ISASSI – CGI Certified Level 3 Pro Canyon Guide. Also serving as the current Technical Director for CGI. Adolfo
New Instructors/Evaluators
Canyon Guides International conducted a training program for aspiring instructors/evaluators the last two weeks of November 2020 in Monterrey, Mexico. CGI Senior Instructor, Rich Carlson,
New Regional Director, Mexico Norte
Tomas Hernandez has accepted the position of Regional Director, Mexico Norte. Tomas brings to the position many years of climbing and canyonering experience. He is
Guide Training, Level 1/2
COVID has presented many challenges in 2020. Challenge accepted for this 9-day Level 1 and Level 2 training program in Monterrey Mexico. Many restrictions were