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This course covers mountaineering basics such as, crampon techniques, self arrest, avalanche awareness, and basic roped travel. We will meet at our basecamp in Twin Mountain, NH at 8am. From there, we will fill out our liability waivers and get geared up for the day. We will then have a short drive to a local climbing area, where we will throw on our packs and have a short hike in. We will then find a snowy hill to begin our crampon and self arrest techniques, with views of beautiful Crawford Notch. After some time spent practicing these techniques, we will have a basic talk on avalanche awareness. During our talk, will discuss the basics of avalanches and how and why they form. After some time discussing the hows and whys of avalanches, we will move on to the basic rope techniques used in the White Mountains. If conditions permit, we will have a chance to do some glissading before our walk out.
1 person $250
2 people $175 (each person)
3 people $140 (each person)
4 people $125 (each person)
"Filler spots" are $125 per person. Filler spots are spots we have open in our group trips or courses. Call for openings.
Call for rates on groups of 5 or more or for private rates.
Meeting Locations:North Ridge Mountain Guides White Mountains Basecamp.529 U.S. Route 3Twin Mountain, NH 03595
December through April, dependent on conditions.
All technical gear is provided (Harness, helmet, crampons, ice axe, ropes). Be sure to bring adequate outdoor clothing, including extra layers(refer to our Gear List page). Please bring sunscreen, and sunglasses. Be sure to bring lunch/snacks and plenty of water for the day. Mountaineering boot rentals are not included though some are available for rental for $35 a day.
Full payment is required when scheduling. Any cancellations within 7 days of the climb will not be eligible for a refund. Cancellations before the 7 day cutoff will receive a full refund. As professional mountain guides, our cancellation policy helps with our guides job security. Must sign waiver. Subject to conditions. 14+ with parent/legal guardians signature.
