The perfect introduction to mountaineering, this six-day program covers all the bases. Designed for those with minimal or no alpine climbing experience, you will finish this course with the skills and confidence to head out into the mountains on your own. The first 2 days are spent in rock climbing in Squamish learning the 'ropes'. The following four days are based in the alpine where we will cover the following topics: Use of axe and crampons, self arresting, snow and ice anchors, roped glacier travel, prussiking a rope, crevasse rescue, route plans, ice climbing, navigation with map, compass, and GPS, hazard assessment and weather forecasting.
Andre began climbing 15 years ago with a similar mountaineering course in Whistler. He feels its a great way to start forming good, safe habits, learn proper hard skills and help with sound judgment in the mountains.
"I had a great time on the course, and was really glad we made it to the summit of Matier.' Quoting Roger Bean 2005
| Dates: | 2008: June 17-22, July15-20, Aug12-17, Sept 9-14 |
| Prerequisites: | Must be fit enough to carry a multi-day pack to our alpine base. No experience necessary. |
| Cost: | $875.00 per person |
| Length: | Six days total. 2 Days rock climbing in Squamish and 4 days in the alpine. |
| Equipment: | All climbing equipment will be provided except boots and crampons. You will also need a multi-day pack and camping gear. |
| Note: | After booking with us an information package will be e-mailed immediately containing an equipment / gear check list,course outline and food recommendation list. Individuals will be contacted regarding meeting times and logistics. Last minute shopping and preparation can be done in Squamish. |
Location: TBA depending on conditions and weather. Venues generally are Joffre Lakes, Cerise Creek, or the Spearhead.
Similar to our 6 day introduction to mountaineering, this course is ideal for those with some alpine climbing or rock climbing experience or have time constraints. This is based in the Alpine only and no days are spent in Squamish. A comprehensive program to get you ready to head out on your own!
| Dates: | 2008: June 5-8, July 3-6, 31, Aug 1-3, 28-31, Sept 25-28 |
| Prerequisites: | Previous rock climbing and belay skills preferred. Must be fit enough to carry a multi day pack to our alpine base. |
| Cost: | $595 per person |
| Length: | Four days at our alpine base. |
| Equipment: | All climbing equipment will be provided except boots and crampons. You will also need a multi-day pack and camping gear. |
| Note: | After booking with us an information package will be e-mailed immediately containing an equipment / gear check list, course outline and food recommendation list. Individuals will be contacted regarding meeting times and logistics. Last minute shopping and preparation can be done in Squamish. |
Location: TBA depending on conditions and weather. Venues generally are Joffre Lakes, Cerise Creek, or the Spearhead
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Book a private day of Alpine instruction for yourself or make it more affordable by splitting with your friends. We can cover
any topics you like(crevasse rescue for example), and at any time.
Blackcomb glacier is our usual location to teach one-day courses as the access to the snow using lifts makes for a day of learning and not hiking. We can arrange for early upload to make the most of your Whistler alpine instruction day.
Cost does not include $35 lift ticket.
| 2008 Private Alpine instruction rates | Ratio: |
|---|---|
| $320.00 PP | 1:1 |
| $195.00 PP | 2:1 |
| $165.00 PP | 3:1 |
| $135.00 PP | 4:1 |
physical address, company location: WMG Inc. 38263 View Place, Squamish BC, V8B0B2
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604 831 4388 ( Vancouver ) 604 892 4050 (Squamish)
Fax: 604 676 2713 info@westcoastmountainguides.com
