FROM ÂŁ240
WINTER CLIMBING
WINTER CLIMBING INTRO
Location
Aviemore, Cairngorms, Scotland
Grade
Moderate - 4
Duration
2 days
Participants
Min: 2 Max: 2
Rating
Our Intro to winter climbing course is designed to help people take the step to becoming an independent winter climber; we will give you the skills and techniques to become more confident for winter ascents. We focus on route choice, efficient movement & technique, safe and appropriate anchor selection, rope and stance management, avalanche avoidance; while tackling some classics easier climbs along the way. Some previous winter walking experience is essential, with some rock climbing experience being a bonus for this course.
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS
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Any technical equipment, crampons, ice axes, harness & helmet is included in the price
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Effectively planning your days in the mountains, using weather and avalanche forecasts
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Recap of core winter skills, such as efficient use of crampons and ice on approach to climbs
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Basic rope-work, belaying leader & second, how to attach to multi-point anchors with the rope
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Retreating from multi-pitch climbs demonstrating the use of a variety of anchors
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Coaching on technique and movement for Ice/Mixed terrain
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Avalanche awareness/avoidance and its implications for safe route choice
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Use of technical Ice axes and crampons, inc the importance of care and maintenance
What's included?
âś“ Highly experienced & qualified guide
âś“ On-course transport
âś“ Crampons
âś“ Technical Ice axes
âś“ Harness
âś“ Helmet
âś“ Ropes
âś“ Any climbing hardware i.e. slings, carabiners, wires etc
âś“ Shovels
âś“ Group shelter
âś“ First Aid kit
âś“ Photos from your course
What's not included?
âś— Course Insurance
âś— Winter Boots (we can arrange rental)
What do I need to bring?
Quality waterproofs i.e. Gore-tex or similar
B2-B3 style boots
Hat, waterproof gloves plus spares x 2 minimum
Winter walking socks
We advise wearing 2-3 thinner layers rather than one thick layer so you can adjust your temperature during the activity
'Belay' type jacket
Wicking base layers, top & bottoms
Goggles, double clear lens recommended
Head torch, plus spare batteries
Balaclava and neck gaiter
Lunch & warm drink
Rucksack 30-40ltr
What else can we provide?
Reservation for boot hire
Pick up & drop-offs
Accommodation
