This course is now FULL, but you can put yourself on the waiting list. If there is lots of interest, we might organize more clinics.

A one day intro to Ice Climbing on Coleman Glacier, Mt Baker, WA (members only)

Itinerary:  Ice Climbing Intro (Instructional Clinic) Basic ice climbing techniques, most technical gear is supplied. Details to follow, there will be screening to determine suitability. Must be able to top rope belay. Indoor or outdoor rock climbing experience required. This is a long day with 2 hrs each way in the car followed by 2 hrs each way hiking and 6 hours of climbing in the middle

Cost: $35.00/Person

It includes the use of technical equipment and instruction

Registration and payment must be received before Monday, Sept 20, 2010 at 10:00:00 PM

Topics covered:

• Use of ice tools
• Use of crampons, focus on climbing with your feet essential for confidence and endurance
• Introduction to steep ice climbing techniques, efficient movement on steep ice
• Introduction to use of Ice protection and anchors (screws and V treads)
• Common mistakes and what to try and avoid
• Discussion about safety procedures
• Lots of climbing with coaching on steeper climbs. You will be surprised at what you can climb
• when using modern ice tools and proper body positioning.
• If time allows practice "seconding" which involves removing gear placed by the "lead" climber.

 Schedule:

• Allow at least 2.5 hours to drive from Vancouver to the meeting place (DON’T FORGET YOUR PASSPORT)
• 8am Meet in Parking Lot at the top of Glacier Creek Road
• 10am arrive at the Coleman Glacier
• 4:30 till 6:30 Hike back to car
• Drive back to Vancouver

Required Items to Bring:

Gear List here    More details to follow

Notes:

- Registration is not complete until you've signed up and paid in full to BCMC. Please, contact Jason for registration and payment options.