Crevasse Rescue Course
- Regular price
- $175.00 USD
- Regular price
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- Sale price
- $175.00 USD
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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
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Base Layer |
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Thermal Bottom |
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Thermal Top |
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Mid Layer |
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Women’s |
Soft Shell |
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Fleece Jacket |
Outerwear |
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Women’s |
Lightweight Waterproof Jacket |
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Lightweight Waterproof Pants |
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Warm Hat, Beanie |
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Sun Hat, Ball Cap, Visor |
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Lightweight Gloves |
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Ski Gloves |
Insulation |
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Women’s |
Down |
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Synthetic Jacket |
Personal Gear |
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Day Pack 25-40L |
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Water Bottles |
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Lunch and Snacks |
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Sunglasses |
Adequate for Snow Travel |
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Goggles w/ Spare Lens Or 2nd pair of goggles |
Low Light and Sunny Lens |
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Sunscreen |
SPF 25+ |
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Lip Balm |
SPF 15+ |
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Buff |
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Balaclava |
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Headlamp |
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Ski or Snowboard Gear |
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Skis or Splitboard |
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Ski Boots |
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Ski Poles |
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Climbing Skins |
Avalanche Safety Gear |
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Transceiver/ Beacon |
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Shovel |
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Probe |
Ski pole probes are not acceptable |
Optional Items |
We highly recommend these but do not require them to participate. |
Airbag Packs |
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Snow Saw |
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Basic Snow study Kit |
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Notebook and writing utensil |
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Winter Snow Boots- Parking Lot |
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Thermos |
Vacuum Style for Hot Tea or Cocoa |
Compass |
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Altimeter |
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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