ASI - Sierra Climbing Courses - Alpine Mountaineering Camp

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Client/Guide Ratio: 4:1

Includes:
Ice axe, crampons, harness and helmet.

Alpine Mountaineering Camp 4 Day
Our most complete mountaineering course

This course is designed for those interested in becoming versatile, well-rounded alpine climbers. From our basecamp near our vehicles at Tioga Pass we'll make day-trips to practice skills, then tackle a multi-day climb utilizing a high camp we'll establish on a nearby crest peak. During rock school we will cover climbing Class 4 and 5 terrain and learn anchoring, belaying and rappelling skills.

On the nearby snowfields we'll practice important snow climbing skills, including self-belay, self-arrest and belaying others utilizing innovative snow anchors. For the final two days we'll choose the most appropriate route to provide an interesting and fulfilling Sierra climbing experience.

Cost: $625

Dates:

June 19-22, 2010   (Sat-Tue)
July 1-4, 2010   (Th-Sun)
July 31 - Aug 3, 2010   (Sat-Tue)
Sep 4-7, 2010   (Sat-Tue)

Preparation:
Cardiovascular conditioning: prepare with at least 3-4, 40 min+ aerobic workouts per week including hill running, biking, or hard-hill hiking with a pack and ski poles. Pre-climb acclimatization recommended to include hiking and sleeping at 8,000'-10,000' at least 1 day before the climb.

Prerequisites:

Previous mountain hiking experience (5 miles+, some off-trail)

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