Trip at a Glance
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Locations
Issaquah, Washington, United States
Activities
Adventure, Climbing
Price
$1300 USD per person-
Duration
6 Day Course : August 24 - 29th, 2014
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Departure Day(s) and Time(s)
9:00 am
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Starting Location
North Cascades NP Mount Baker Ranger District
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Price Includes
Olympus NP fees; Guided climb; Scheduled meals during the climb; Professional mountain guide; All group equipment (including tents, stoves, pickets, ropes)
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Notes
Above-average physical conditioning is required for most climbs in the Pacific Northwest. Prior climbing experience is beneficial, and basic now and ice climbing skills are introduced during the program. Tours do not include: Domestic Airfare; Trailhead parking pass fees; Lunch and snack food; Personal gear; Hotels or lodging; Trip cancellation insurance; Medical and evacuation coverage; Staff gratuities A complete clothing and equipment list will be sent out prior to departure
Highlights
- Be introduced to basic mountaineering skills, rest step, step kicking and pressure breathing, ice axe techniques and self arrest training
- Learn crampon usage and techniques, glacier travel, climbing as a rope team
- Introduction to anchors, crevasse rescue and self extrication,
- Basic climbing knots, fixed line travel, basic ice climbing and alpine rock techniques
