Ski Mountaineering Course

The 4 day course will take place on one of Mount Bakers beautiful glaciers or nearby in the North Cascades National Park. Over 3 nights and 4 days we will introduce, practice, and apply the skills necessary for climbing Cascadian Volcanoes and peaks abroad. Each day we will takes runs around the glaciers while allowing participants the opportunity to get out front and lead the group. Under the supervision of our experienced guides you can receive direct feedback and immediately apply the feedback resulting in skill development. 

Learning Outcomes

• Glacier travel
• Crevasse rescue
• Snow anchors
• Knots & hitches
• Use the rope while descending
• Self arrest
• Winter camping
• Secure riding movement in variable snow

Best For

• Strong Intermediate or higher ski and skinning ability
• Ability to ski or ride with a backpack
• Moderate or above fitness (ascend 4,700 vertical feet over 4 miles in a day)
• Ascend a total of 7,200' of vertical over 12 miles round trip
• Fitness for 4 days in the mountains

Cancellation Policy

Domestic trips and courses cancelled more than 21 days before the start date will be refunded minus 3% and $75 processing fee. Cancellations 20 days or less in advance of the start date will be given a Guided Exposure Credit, minus a $75 processing fee. Cancelling a trip or course in 13 days or less of the start date will not be refunded. International trips have a 90 day cancellation policy.