Ski Mountaineering Course

Progress your Ski Mountaineering Skillset with Our 4-Day Course on Mount Baker

Develop the Skills for Cascadian Volcanoes and Peaks Worldwide

Join us for an immersive 4-day Ski Mountaineering Course on one of Mount Baker's stunning glaciers or in the majestic North Cascades National Park. Over the course of 3 nights and 4 days, you’ll learn, practice, and apply essential skills for climbing Cascadian volcanoes and peaks abroad. Each day, we’ll take glorious runs around the glaciers, providing participants with the opportunity to lead the group and receive immediate feedback from our experienced guides, resulting in rapid skill development.

Course Highlights

• Expert Guidance: Receive instruction and feedback from seasoned ski mountaineering guides that are qualified through the AMGA and extensive personal experience.
• Hands-On Learning: Apply skills in real-world scenarios with direct supervision and support.
• Group Leadership: Take turns leading the group to build confidence and leadership abilities.
• Beautiful Terrain: Explore the breathtaking landscapes of Mount Baker and the North Cascades.

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Elevate your ski mountaineering skills with our comprehensive 4-day course. Whether you're aiming to conquer Cascadian volcanoes or peaks around the world, this course provides the foundation and advanced techniques you need. Secure your spot today and embark on a transformative mountain adventure.

Learning Outcomes

• Glacier Travel: Master the techniques required for safe and efficient travel across glaciers. Including crevasse avoidance, rope tension, rope intervals, compression and tensions zones
• Crevasse Rescue: Learn and practice crevasse rescue techniques to ensure safety on glaciated terrain. Including 3:1, 5:1, and 6:1 mechanical advantage, self rescue, and rope ascending. 
• Snow Anchors: Understand how to build and use snow anchors for various mountaineering applications and snow conditions.
• Knots & Hitches: Gain proficiency in essential knots and hitches used in ski mountaineering.
• Rope Use: Learn to use the rope with a belay while descending steep and icy slopes.
• Self-Arrest: Develop self-arrest skills to stop a fall on steep snow and ice while skiing or cramponing.
• Winter Camping: Acquire the skills for setting up and living comfortably in a winter camp including water, staying warm and dry, and site location. 
• Secure Riding Movement: Enhance your riding technique to handle variable snow conditions

Best for

• Strong Intermediate or Higher Skiers and Splitboarders: Ideal for those with solid skiing or riding abilities and experience in skinning.
• Fit Adventurers: Participants should be able to ascend 4,700 vertical feet over 4 miles in a day and a total of 7,200 vertical feet over 12 miles round trip.
• Backcountry Enthusiasts: Those with moderate or above fitness levels, ready for 4 days of continuous activity in the mountains.

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:

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