Mountaineering Courses
Snow and Summit Course – Three Day Course
Beginner Basics – learn how to travel in an alpine environment.
Glacier travel, ropes, appropriate spacing, knots and equipment
Route finding through tiger country (glaciers riddled with crevasses)
Crevasse rescue (how to companion rescue and self rescue when someone falls into a crevasse)
Summer ice and snow climbing techniques
Ice and snow anchors
Summit a snowy alpine peak
Easily combines with a day of rock instructional course
What to Bring
Cost Per Day for Mountaineering Courses
1 Person $700
2 People $900 or $450 per person
*Please add 5% sales tax to the above amounts.
*There may be additional expenses such as food, gear rental, park fees, transportation or accommodation.
*Full-day and multi-day trips available.
From April to November, weather permitting.
Guiding Ratios
Larger more complex objectives are often guided 1:1, while smaller less technical objectives may be guided at a higher ratio. For mountaineering trips with minimal technical terrain, larger groups can be accommodated. Get in touch with us to discuss your options.
Surcharge for Bigger Objectives
For larger objectives or routes with increased hazards, there may be an additional charge applied to your booking. Mountaineering/Alpine Rock days that exceed 10 hours in length, rock climbs that are longer than 400 meters, or ice climbs graded WI5 or higher are good examples of when this surcharge would apply. You may also need to demonstrate the ability and experience required to your guide. Prep days or training days are not uncommon and can be arranged to see if you’re ready for your chosen BIG route. Surcharge amount can be $200.00 or more per day. Please contact us if you think your BIG route may fall into this category.
Rogers Pass Mountaineering Course
August 3-5 (with a possible bonus day on August 6)
Learn the necessary skills for mountaineering in one of Canada’s most classic alpine venues. Learn the skills of rock, snow, and ice while we camp in this amazing location. Crevasse Rescue, roping up for glacier travel and orienteering are just some of the skills we will practice here. No to be missed!
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