Ever wondered how routesetting practices compare in another country? In this month’s webinar, we hear from Peter Zeidelhack, who leads the German Alpine Club’s (DAV’s) routesetting education, on what it’s like to be a professional routesetter in Germany.
Peter overviews some key routesetting standards and development pathways in the country. He explains why the two-rope system spread there and is so important, breaks down the DAV’s “driving license” program for training setters, and discusses the economics of building a setting career.
He also reminds us of the importance of climbing where you set, and points to the need for more certification worldwide.
This webinar is ideal for every routesetter looking to improve their safety practices and develop professionally.
Setters Only! is a series of free online discussions led by Foxman McCarthy-James and Justin Wright from Vortex Routesetting, with relevant guests from across the industry.
Meet your hosts and guests:
| A leader in best practices with over 20 years of routesetting experience, Peter Zeidelhack has contributed significantly to the climbing industry throughout the years. As the head of routesetter education for the DAV (German Alpine Club) and a longstanding member of the Climbing Wall Association’s Routesetting Committee, Peter has been at the forefront of setting education, certifying setters since 2013 and helping shape what it means to be a professional in the industry. |  |
| Foxman McCarthy-James is an owner and consultant with Vortex Routesetting and Routesetting and Work At Height Education Consultant for the Climbing Wall Association. She has brought her background in education into her routesetting career, teaching routesetting clinics and writing Work At Height plans for organizations around the country. She is passionate about continuing the conversation on how we can make our industry more welcoming and inclusive. |  |
| Justin Wright is an owner and consultant with Vortex Routesetting. He holds a USAC L4 and has developed routesetting teams across the country. Serving on the CWA’s Routesetting and Work At Height Committees, Justin is committed to helping move the climbing industry forward by developing routesetter education pathways and recommending best practices for volunteer Work At Height standards. |  |
