• Skiers and splitboarders on a glacier during a summer solstice ski mountaineering camp on Mount Baker
  • Mount Baker looms over a skier and snowboarder while ascending Colfax Peak.
  • A skier enjoys sunshine and soft turns on the Coleman Glacier of Mount Baker.
  • Lead splitboard guide prepares to probe a crevasse crossing during one of our guided ski ascents.
  • Three people posing for a selfie on a snowy mountain with ski equipment.
  • Two climbers on a snowy mountain with backpacks and helmets.
  • Person in red jacket climbing a snowy mountain with ropes
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Summer Solstice Ski & Splitboard Mountaineering Camp

$1,400.00 USD
$1,400.00 USD

Course Highlights

4-Day Ski Mountaineering Adventure on Mount Baker

Summer ski camp is a 4-day, 3-night adventure exploring the glaciated peaks of Mount Baker during the longest days of the year. With extended daylight, there is time for a complete ski and splitboard mountaineering progression with the goal of climbing and descending Mount Baker/Kulshan and nearby objectives when conditions allow.

Basecamp Style Adventure

Spend 3 nights in a basecamp setting on the Coleman, Squak, or Easton Glaciers, allowing for daily glacier ski runs and skill-building sessions. Participants build the skills needed to move more confidently in glaciated North Cascades terrain.

With the goal of climbing and skiing Mount Baker/Kulshan to the summit, each participant receives a ski mountaineering school experience where the learning outcomes match the objective.

Client to Guide Ratios:

  • 4:1 Ratio: Maximum of 4 spaces available per guide.
  • Prices: Based on a minimum of 2 participants.
  • Private Courses: Available for custom dates.

 

Course Overview

Comprehensive Ski Mountaineering School Course

  • Glacier travel as a team while skinning.
  • Ice axe and crampon movement for firm snow.
  • Advanced skinning in variable spring conditions.
  • Glacier awareness and group travel practice.
  • Winter camping systems, tent platforms, water management, and staying warm and dry.
  • Movement strategies for exposed or firm mountain terrain when appropriate.

 

Best For

This course is best for strong intermediate or advanced skiers and splitboarders who can ski or ride with a backpack, skin in variable spring snow, and maintain fitness over four continuous days of mountain travel.

  • Strong intermediate or higher ski or splitboard ability.
  • Ability to ski or ride with a backpack.
  • Comfortable skinning in powder, firm, slick, and wind-buffed snow.
  • Moderate or above fitness for long glaciated mountain days.

 

Itinerary

  • Day 1: Meet and greet, gear check, and travel to camp on the glacier.
  • Day 2: Glacier travel practice, route finding, movement skills, and a warm-up ski or ride.
  • Day 3: Team travel, navigation, mountain movement, and a summit-style descent when conditions allow.
  • Day 4: Apply the skills on a summit climb and descent before returning to the trailhead.

Join Us for an Unforgettable Journey at GEX Summer Ski Camp

Ready to explore and ski the glaciated peaks of Mount Baker and the North Cascades? Book your spot and develop the skills to move through bigger ski mountaineering terrain.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the Summer Solstice Ski & Splitboard Mountaineering Camp?

This 4-day camp combines guided skiing or splitboarding, glacier travel instruction, snow camping, summit strategy, route planning, and skill practice on Mount Baker/Kulshan during the long daylight window around summer solstice.

Who is this camp best for?

The camp is best for strong intermediate or advanced skiers and splitboarders with backcountry touring experience, solid fitness, and comfort skiing or riding variable spring snow with a pack.

Why ski Mount Baker in summer?

Mount Baker often holds snow late into the season, and the long summer days create a unique window for glacier ski mountaineering, summit attempts, route practice, and extended skill-building in one trip.

What skills will I work on?

Students work on glacier travel, skinning efficiency, route selection, camp systems, mountain movement, group decision-making, and efficient ski or splitboard descents from glaciated terrain.

What gear do I need?

Bring a ski or splitboard touring setup, helmet, harness, crampons, ice axe, glacier travel gear, overnight equipment, layers, food, and water capacity. A final gear list is confirmed before the camp.

 

Cancellation

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