CONTACT: info@cdnalpine.com Box 40087 Canmore, AB T1W 3H9 [About our Guides] [Prices & Booking] "I just wanted to let you know how awesome your ice course was last weekend! You always kept it interesting & exciting and I hope to return for more climbing in the summer!" Wade - Fox Creek, Alberta Intro Ice Blog postings: Jan 2010 Feb 2010 Join us for a fun and adventurous weekend of learning to ice climb this winter! We will visit two spectacular ice flows, often in wild canyons that are inaccessable except when frozen, and learn the skills to climb safely & enjoyably. This course is suitable for anyone with reasonable fitness and a bit of determination, no previous climbing experience is required. Instructors of this course are expert climbers, passionate teachers, and fully certified by the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides. 2012 Dates: Jan 14-15th Feb 18-19th Mar 10-11th Apr 7-8th Cost: $250 + GST Maximum Group Size: 6 Meeting Spot & Time: 8:00am in Canmore (details will be sent out to all participants well in advance) Custom Dates: Available December - Early April for groups of 1 to 20. Inquire for pricing. To Register: A non-refundable deposit of $100 is required to book your spot on this course. E-mail us (info@cdnalpine.com) and we will provide you with an electronic invoice which can be paid online, easily and securely, using a credit card number or PayPal account. Alternately, mail us cheque for $100. (Canadian Rockies Alpine Guides, Box 40087, Canmore, AB, T1W 3H9) Remainder is due 2 weeks before course and can be paid using the same methods. Prerequisites: Just a sense of adventure! No previous climbing experience of any type is required. Agenda Day 1 - After meeting in Canmore we will drive out to a nearby frozen waterfall and begin learning the art of climbing ice. Participants will first be introduced to the specialized gear and then spend the day learning how to use it. We will enjoy a full day of climbing with lots of turns for everyone! Day 2 - Another full day of climbing. We will choose a location that has a number of routes of varying difficulties. Most participants find that their skill level increases dramatically on this second day of climbing and that they are now hooked on this fun sport. There may be the opportunity to try some mixed climbing on this day as well! Optional Day 3 - Multipitch Ascent: Course participants can add on a day of multipitch climbing (longer climbs) in groups of 1 or 2 people. This is offered at a discounted rate for course participants of: $350 for 1 person, $200 each for 2 people. Please request this option in advance. See the[ice] page for more information on guided ascents. Note that you do not need any previous experience to enjoy this option, your guide will choose a climb to meet your abilities! Gear List Use of all technical climbing gear except for boots is provided at no extra charge. However, feel free to bring your own gear if you have it! Boots can easily be rented at a number of locations and must be ice climbing or mountaineering specific boots. Rental and purchase information for boots and clothing can be found here. Ice Climbing Boots Small Pack (about 30 litres) - available for loan Crampons - provided Harness - provided Helmet - provided Sweater/Fleece Winter Jacket or Goretex/Softshell Jacket Winter Pants or Goretex/Softshell Pants Long Underwear Gloves (2 pairs) Toque Water Bottle/Thermos Lunch