Mountaineering Training

MOUNTINEERING TRAINING
COURSES SINCE 2006

MOUNTAINEERING - 101 TRAINING

Description: This class is designed to give you the fundamental knowledge and skills in mountain travel and preparations. You will learn about:

Efficient Climbing and Travel Techniques:

Utilizing pressure breathing and the rest-step for endurance.

Conserving energy with efficient movement strategies.

Effective Crampon Use:

Proper fitting and techniques for walking, ascending, and descending.

Various techniques are covered.

Ice Axe Arrest:

Mastering self-arrest techniques for snow

Multiple techniques for various situations

Rope Team Travel:

Rope management and communication for glacier and steep terrain.

Knots and Proper roping-up procedures within the team.

On Mountain Self-care Strategies:

Prioritizing hydration, nutrition, and rest.

Managing altitude sickness symptoms.

Altitude Illness:

Prevention - proper acclimatization techniques and medication options

Treatment and Evacuation Guidelines

Camp Selection and Establishment:

Identifying safe locations and pitching tents securely.

Setting up an efficient kitchen area for meal preparation.

Nutrition:

Packing nutritious meals and snacks for sustained energy.

Balancing nutrient intake for physical exertion at altitude.

Length: This Course is Taught over Two Parts

Part 1 - 1.5 Hours (Virtual Training Meeting)

Part 2 - Day in the Field Training

Private Classes Also Available with 6 or more Participants

MOUNTAINEERING 102 - CREVASS RESCUE TRAINING

$259.00

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Description: This course is for those seeking rope skills and rescue for glacial travel. Recommended to be taken after taking Mountaineering 101.

Rope Team Formation:

Assigning roles and establishing communication.

Maintaining proper spacing and tension.

Snow and Ice Anchor Placement:

Identifying suitable locations and techniques for placement.

Ensuring redundancy and stability.

Pulley Systems Building:

Constructing C and Z-pulley systems.

Efficient use for raising loads.

Rescue Scenario Simulations:

Realistic scenarios for decision-making under stress.

Training for adverse conditions.

Crevasse Site Safety:

Identifying hazards and assessing stability.

Minimizing risks near crevasses.

Crevasse Self-Rescue:

Self-arrest techniques and rope ascent methods.

Maintaining composure during self-rescue

Length: This Course is Taught over Two Parts

Part 1 - 1.5 Hours (Virtual Training Meeting)

Part 2 - Day in the Field Training

Private Classes Also Available with 8 or more Participants

AVALANCHE RESUCE

$159.00

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Description:

The best rescue is the one never needed, however, we want to be ready in case. This course is designed to teach what to do if you yourself are caught as well as companion rescue.

We will be discussing decision-making in rescue
Equipment usage
Leadership in the Rescue
Single and multiple burials
Speed and efficiency tricks
Safety while the rescue is performed

Length: 6 Hours