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The Snow and Ice weekend is a 3 day comprehensive introduction to general mountaineering. You'll learn basic techniques of moving on snow and ice plus an understanding of safe glacier travel and of what crevasse rescue entails. You will also take part in the ascent of a classic Rockies peak with all the excitement and hard work this entails followed, if lucky, by the unforgettable thrill of the summit. The course is held at the Columbia Icefields. It is ideal as glaciers, snowfields and peaks are right next to the 'Icefields Parkway', the scenic road linking Banff and Jasper.
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| Season: May to September |
| Requirements: Backpack, sleeping bag. |
| Suggested Items: Mountaineering boots, camera, day pack, water bottle, pocketknife, sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm, head lamp. |
| Suggested Clothing: Rain gear, warm underclothes, warm jacket, hat, gloves, gaiters, running shoes. A full clothing list will be supplied upon booking. We suggest layers of light, easily carried clothing that allow for fast and easy adjustment to best suit fast changing temperature conditions. We discourage cotton clothing as it causes rapid heat loss when wet. |
| Difficulty: Easy/Intermediate |
| Equipment Provided: Technical gear (ice axes, crampons, harnesses etc.) and other group safety items, park fees. |
| Transportation: Trips originate and end near Canmore, Alberta. Transportation to the starting point is not included and a vehicle will be needed. Carpooling is an option. |
| Accommodations: During the 6 day trip you stay in alpine huts operated by the Alpine Club of Canada. Sleeping areas are communal and facilities basic. Accommodations are not included on the 3 day trip but available at local campgrounds and hotels.
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| Meal Information: During the 6 day trip all meals, snacks and drinks are supplied from lunch on Day 1 to lunch on Day 7. Mountain meals are made from lightweight ingredients. Please let us know, well in advance, if you have any dietary restrictions or prefer a vegetarian menu. Your assistance with meal duties will be appreciated. Meals are not included on the 3 day trip and you will need to bring a lunch and snack food with you each day. Bring plenty of high-energy snacks.
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| Guide Information: Enthusiastic and extremely talented, your instructors hold climbing certification from the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides. Your safety and enjoyment are paramount to them.
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| Weather Information: Summer temperatures average 15 to 25 degrees Celsius. |
| Comments: Intermediate and advanced expeditions also available, inquire for details. |
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3 days
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$520.00* per person
Snow and Ice long weekend. May 22 - 24, May 29 - 31, June 12 - 14, June 26 - 28, July 10 - 12, July 31 - Aug. 2, Aug. 14 - 16, Sept. 4 - 6, Sept. 18 - 20, 2010 |
6 days
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$1345.00* per person
Introduction to mountaineering. June 13 - 18, June 27 - July 2, July 11 - 16, July 26 - 31, July 31 - Aug. 5, Aug 8 - 13, Aug 23 - 28, Sept 4 - 9, Sept 12 - 17, 2010 |
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*Please add 5% Goods and Services Tax
If you have any questions or would like more information about a particular adventure, please email us.
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