Glacier Travel and Crevasse Rescue

This two day course is offered alone or as part of a seven day Alpine Skills Week.

It is the ideal program for hikers, scramblers, or crag climbers who wish to safely learn the basics of mountaineering in glaciated terrain. Many of the best climbs in the Rockies and throughout the world involve some glacier travel. Solid rescue and terrain judgment skills are crucial to enjoying these climbs in a safe manner.

Agenda

Day 1 - After a morning session covering basic knots, hitches and rope handling we will head outside to begin learning crevasse rescue skills. A number of rescue systems will be introduced with an emphasis on simplicity and efficiency. All participants will have the chance to lead a rescue, assist in a rescue, be rescued, and self rescue.
Day 2 - Time to put our new skills to work. The day will be spent travelling through crevassed, glaciated terrain. We will complete an alpine circuit and perhaps a summit with much time spent discussing route finding and hazard management.

For those who wish to learn more and experience some big mountain ascents, continuing on for another 5 days with the Alpine Skills Week is highly recomended.

Instructors

Instructors of these courses are expert rock climbers and ACMG guides who have vast experience and knowledge in the mountain environment. They have many years experience helping new climbers learn the skills needed to enjoy this great sport.
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Other important details...

Equipment List of things you will need to bring

COE Logistics Package info on the lodge, meals, getting here, etc...

Travel on Snow

Crevasses

Dates

TBA

Registration deadline 2 weeks before course start date

Custom dates available for groups of 6 or more

Cost

7 days: $334 + GST (=$350)

This includes:

Home Cooked Meals
Accommodation in our Lodge
Instruction including two 2:1 ratio guided days
Group Climbing Gear

Add-on guiding days available for 1 guest/guide at $350/day and for 2 guests/guide at $200 each/day

Sign Me Up!

Fill out the Adult Course Registration Form and email it or fax it to us. with a deposit of $100/person. Be prepared to fill out a Waiver Form when you arrive.

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COE, Box 7, Nordegg, AB, T0M 2H0
Phone: (403) 721-2208 Fax: 1-888-314-3690 E-mail:info@coe.ca