Welcome to SWS Mountain Guides our 2010 courses and climbs are conducted year around whether a first time backpackers or a skilled mountaineer, we have a course to get you started or improve your techniques. We have been teaching & guiding, mountaineering, backpacking, winter mountaineering, rock & ice climbing for over 29 years on the best mountains in California. As well as conducting small personalized expeditions, treks & adventure travel throughout the world for over 20 years. We have an excellent safety record and our climbs and courses are kept small for maximum safety and the best personal experience! So whether you want to backpack in Yosemite or Climb some of the worlds biggest mountains, come explore our website and "EXPERIENCE THE ADVENTURE" with SWS Mountain Guides.
We look forward to having you join us in 2010!
Mt. Whitney from the Alabama Hills
Lone Pine, California
Dates 2010-PERMITS & DEPARTURES CONFIRMED: June 25-27-FULL
July 9-11 - FULL
August 14-16- FULL
September 4-6 - 2 SPOTS OPEN
An excellent mountaineering course
for learning the techniques need to Climb Mt. Whitney (14,498 ft.) via
the mountaineer's route (class 3-4).
A guided climb of the highest peak
in the lower 48 states. We climb via the mountaineer's route a classic
2-3 class designed for first time climbers or experienced hikers. Spectacular
views and an exceptional route await the participants on this climb. Cost: $725.00
Duration: 3 days
Please book
early since space is limited and restricted.
Guided Shasta Summit Climb Two day Guided Summit
Climb: Conditions on Mt. Shasta Still Excellent!
A two-day guided summit climb up Mt.Shasta’s
standard route, Avalanche Gulch. For anyone who has a desire to ascend
Mt. Shasta safely. As well earn the basic skills necessary to explore
the world of alpine mountaineering. Course includes; basic instructional
clinic on ice axe self-arrest & crampon use , group safety equipment,
tents, stoves, helmets, ice ax, dinners, breakfasts, permits and permit
fees. No previous mountaineering experience necessary! Come join us
for an exciting adventure on Mt. Shasta Cost: $450.00Click Here for Open Dates
Duration:2 days
Introduction to
Mountaineering Three day Guided
Summit Climb: Confirmed Departures for all August and September Dates! A three-day weekend instructional
course in the basics of mountaineering including a summit climb via
Mt. Shasta’s Avalanche Gulch. This seminar includes instruction
in: complete ice axe and crampon use, ice-axe self-arrest, route finding,
mountain sense, establishing a proper camp, and mountain safety. For
anyone who has a desire to acquire the skills necessary to ascend Mt.
Shasta safely, and wishes to explore the world of alpine mountaineering.
EXCELLENT CLIMBING CONDITIONS PRESIST ON MT. SHASTA!
Summer 2010
Climb Mt. Shasta, 14,162
Avalanche Gulch Route & More! More Info Mt. Shasta Summit Climbs
Mt. Shasta South Side Avalanche Gulch from SWS Office July 20, 2010
Mt. Shasta, California
Skiing Mt. Shasta
Rock Climbing Eastern Sierra Nevada
Peak in the Ecuadorian Andes
Climbers at the Base of Kilimanjaro, Africa
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Areas. SWS provides services regardless of race, color, handicap,
sex, religion, or national origin.
Persons are employed on an equal
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