Multipitch Systems

Badge

Multipitch Systems

Represents proficiency in multipitch systems

The holder of this badge has demonstrated proficiency in the following skills, as witnessed by a Mountaineers leader or designee.

  • Cleaning and racking traditional protection placed by the leader
  • Assisting with transitions at belay stations
  • Belaying from an anchor mid-climb 
  • Lead belaying
  • Familiar with rope management systems like saddlebags for rappelling and coiling techniques for improved efficiency at belay stations.