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  • A skier enjoys sunshine and soft turns on the Coleman Glacier of Mount Baker.
  • Mount Baker looms over a skier and snowboarder while ascending Colfax Peak.
  • Lead splitboard guide prepares to probe a crevasse crossing during one of our guided ski ascents.

Summer Solstice Ski & Splitboard Mountaineering: 4 Day

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$1,300.00 USD
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$1,300.00 USD

During this 4 day 3 night trip we will travel on the glaciated peaks of Mount Baker and ski down. While summiting Baker is the main objective other options include nearby peaks such as Colfax and Mount Sherman.

We will spend 3 nights basecamp style while taking runs each day. Participants will also learn and practice the skills necessary to safely ascend and descend the glaciated peaks in the North Cascades. On summit day we will time our departure for the best snow quality on the descent. Most routes are moderately angled around 35 degrees. Possible routes include the Coleman-Deming, Squak, or Boulder Glacier Routes.

 

With the goal of climbing and skiing Mount Baker (Kulshan) to the summit each participant will recieve a Ski Mountaineering School Course. This means the learning outcomes match the objective and skills taught.

Practical skills

  • Glacier travel on a rope team
  • Practice self arrest
  • Improve skinning ability
  • Practice crevasse rescue
  • Refine winter camp craft
  • Belayed Skiing and rappelling 

 

Best For

  • Strong Intermediate or higher ski ability
  • Ability to ski or ride with a backpack
  • Comfortable skinning in variable snow conditions
  • Moderate or above fitness (ascend 4,700 vertical feet over 4 miles in a full day)
  • Ascend a total of 7,200' of vertical over 12 miles and 4 days 

 

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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