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Mountain Clinics
Mt Shasta & Bear Valley
Ice Axe & Crampon Clinic
$225.00 per person / 6-8 hrs
Mt Shasta & Bear Valley Locations
Our one-day Mt Shasta Ice Axe clinics are for anyone who wants to ascend Mt. Shasta via Avalanche Gulch but lacks the necessary technical skills. Or for climbers or hikers who want to learn about the essential tools and techniques of climbing snow. Our clinic is developed to give you the essential information you need to hike or climb over snow-covered terrain encountered while climbing the Avalanche Gulch route on Mt. Shasta. Topics include: Walking with the Ice axe, ice axe self-belay and self-arrest (from multiple positions), crampon fitting and adjustment, walking in crampons, flat-footing, French technique, German technique, using the front points, and glissading.
Rope & Anchor Clinic
$245.00 per person / 6-8 hrs
Mt Shasta & Bear Valley Locations
Perhaps the best value for climbers looking to hone their mountain skills. This one-day climbing course is designed for individuals and groups who want or need to learn additional mountaineering techniques for their adventures. As well as add to their knowledge base for climbing steep snow slopes, the latest in belaying and rope techniques, with instruction in a variety of climbing techniques. Topics include: Rope team travel, climbing knots, snow anchor placement, snow belays, and advanced ice axe and crampon techniques. Come out and spend the day with our guides/instructors for a full review of “what’s new” or learn new techniques to stay safe on your climbing adventures.
Ice Axe / Rope & Anchor Clinic Combo
$400.00 per person / 2 days – 6-8 hrs a day
Mt Shasta & Bear Valley Locations
Combine the Ice Axe Clinic with the Rope & Anchor Clinic in one weekend!
Ice Axe Clinic Topics include: Walking with the Ice axe, ice axe self-belay, ice axe self-arrest (from multiple positions), crampon fitting and adjustment, walking in crampons, flat-footing, French technique, German technique, using the front points, and glissading.
Rope & Anchor Clinic Topics include: Rope team travel, climbing knots, snow anchor placement, snow belays, and advanced ice axe and crampon techniques. Come out and spend the day with our guides/instructors for a full review of “what’s new” or learn new techniques to stay safe on your climbing adventures.