AY Honor Canyoning Requirements

Canyoning

Skill Level

2

Year

2023

Version

04.11.2025

Approval authority

Australian Union

1. What is canyoning?

2. How do canyons form?

3. Know and practice good canyon etiquette.

4. Abseil in a canyon environment showing proper technique and safety calls.

5. Demonstrate how to properly care for ropes and equipment after use in a canyon.

6. Demonstrate the ability to tie the following knots:

a. Tape or water knot

b. Figure 8

c. Figure 8 on a bight

d. Prusik knot

e. Clove hitch

f. Chain sinnet

7. Know how to treat the following:

a. Sprain

b. Hypothermia

c. Shock

d. Broken bone

e. Concussion

8. Know how to manage canyon risks.

9. Successfully complete two different canyons and write a report of your trips.