• Climber practices Crevasse recuse systems on the side of Mount Baker with the mountain in the background.
  • Student probes for the edge of a steep embankment to get ready for rappelling.
  • During Crevasse Rescue practice, a student uses an extended rappel and gets ready to lower themselves over the edge of a road cut.
  • Student rappels over a road cut while practicing crevasse rescue.
  • Lead Guide and Founder of Guided Exposure teaching students the basics of Crevasse Rescue.
  • When re-ascending a rope, this student is using a foot loop and a prussik to make their way back up to their system from a vertical hanging position on a road cut.
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Crevasse Rescue Course

$175.00 USD
$175.00 USD

Crevasse Rescue Course: Elevate Your Glacier Safety Skills

1, 2, or 3-Day Intensive Training

Are you a skier, rider, or mountaineer looking to master essential crevasse rescue techniques? Our intensive 1-day Crevasse Rescue Course is perfect as a refresher, 2 days as to build from a solid baseline of skills, and 3 days for the comprehensive experience.

Perfect for Aspiring Summiteers

If you’re planning to attempt the summits of Mount Rainier (Tahoma), Mount Baker (Kulshan), or Glacier Peak (Dakobed), this course is essential for your preparation.

Seasonal Offerings

Our courses adapt to the seasons. In early spring, sessions are held at the Mount Baker Ski Area. During the summer, we move to the glacier terrain on Mount Baker for a more hands-on experience.

Join Us to Elevate Your Mountain Safety Skills

Ensure you're well-prepared for any adventure in the great outdoors. Sign up for our Crevasse Rescue Course and gain the confidence and skills you need to safely navigate glacier terrain.

 

Learning Objectives

 

  • Rescue Techniques: Learn crucial techniques for rescuing someone from a crevasse.
  • Knot-Tying Skills: Brush up on your knot-tying skills and essential hitches.
  • Mechanical Advantage: Develop a practical understanding of 3:1 Z Drag, 6:1 drop C mechanical advantage and rope ascending with self-rescue.
  • Snow Anchors & Hauling Systems: Master the art of snow anchors, hauling systems, lowering techniques, and rope ascending/descending.


Best For

Whether you're preparing for a guided summit climb or seeking a refresher on crevasse rescue, this course welcomes participants of all backgrounds and experience levels.

Elevate your mountain safety skills with us and ensure you're well-prepared for any adventure in the great outdoors.

     

       

      Gear List

      Clothing

      Base Layer

      Men’s

      Women’s

      Thermal Bottom

      O.R. Alpine Onset Bottoms

      O.R. Alpine Onset Bottoms

      Thermal Top

      O.R. Alpine Onset Crew

      O.R. Onset Crew
      Ski Socks

       

       

      Mid Layer

      Men’s

      Women’s

      Soft Shell

      O.R. Ferrosi Hooded Jacket

      O.R. Ferrosi Hooded Jacket

             or

      or

      or

      Fleece Jacket

      O.R. Vigor Fleece Hoodie

      O.R. Vigor Hooded Jacket

      Outerwear

      Men’s

      Women’s

      Lightweight Waterproof Jacket

      O.R. Skyward II Jacket

      O.R. Skyward II Jacket

      Lightweight Waterproof Pants

      O.R. Skyward II Pants

      O.R. Skyward II Pants

       

       

      Warm Hat, Beanie

      O.R. Beanie

      O.R. Beanie

      Sun Hat, Ball Cap, Visor

      O.R. Swift Cap

      O.R. Swift Cap

      Lightweight Gloves

      O.R. Extravert Gloves

      O.R. Stormtracker Gloves

      Ski Gloves

      O.R. Arete Glove

      O.R. Arete Gloves

      Insulation

      Men’s

      Women’s

      Down

      O.R. Transcendent Down Jacket

      O.R. Transcendent Down Jacket

          or

      or

      or

      Synthetic Jacket

      O.R. Refuge Hooded

      O.R. Refuge Hooded

      Personal Gear

      Day Pack 25-40L

      Mammut Pro X 35L

      Mammut Pro X 35L

      Water Bottles

      2 1L Wide Mouth or Hydration system

      Lunch and Snacks

       

       

      Sunglasses

      Adequate for Snow Travel

      Goggles w/ Spare Lens

      Or 2nd pair of goggles

      Low Light and Sunny Lens

      Sunscreen

      SPF 25+

      Lip Balm

      SPF 15+

      Buff

      O.R. Echo Ubertube

      O.R. Echo Ubertube

         or

      or

      Balaclava

      O.R. Option Balaclava

      O.R. Option Balaclava

      Headlamp

       

       

      Ski or Snowboard Gear

      Skis or Splitboard

      Weston Backcountry Splits and Skis

      Ski Boots

       

      Ski Poles

      Black Diamond 3 Piece Poles (140cm)

      Climbing Skins

      Touring Skins

      Avalanche Safety Gear

      Transceiver/ Beacon

      Black Diamond Powder BT

      Shovel

      Transfer 3

      Probe

      Quickdraw 280cm

      Ski pole probes are not acceptable

      Optional Items

      We highly recommend these but do not require them to participate.

      Airbag Packs

       

      Snow Saw

      Primomo Snow Saws

      Basic Snow study Kit

      BCA Snow Study Kit

      Notebook and writing utensil

      Rite in the Rain 374 and Pencil

      Winter Snow Boots- Parking Lot

      Sorel Style Boots

      Thermos

      Vacuum Style for Hot Tea or Cocoa

      Compass

      Adjustable Declination

      Altimeter

      Suunto Watch

      Map Case or Goggle Protection

      Zip Loc

      Maps

      Caltopo or GAIA

        

       

      Cancellation Policy 

      It is your responsibility to be familiar with our Payment, Cancellation, and Rescheduling Policies. When you book a trip with Guided Exposure, you are agreeing to our policies outlined here:

      guidedexposure.com/pages/cancellation-policy