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MOUNTAINEERING IN THE CANADIAN ROCKIES
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Mountaineering, Climbing, and Skiing In The Canadian Rockies
Leading and seconding on harder climbs demands more advanced skills. It's essential to be able to construct 'bombproof' anchors and to place solid 'pro'. Climbing multi-pitch routes demands careful rope control and route planning so s to enhance speed. The objective of 'Advanced Ice' is to work on advanced rope systems, especially on anchor construction and on placing protection and to introduce lead-climbing tactics along with coaching on steep ice climbing techniques. In addition to taking this program check out the 'Plus Days' add-on option for a day of advanced climbing (with a 1:2 instructor ratio) on an advanced multi-pitch climb! COURSE DETAILSDates2008: December 13 - 14 2009: January 24 - 25, February 28 - March 1 Price$335 covers instruction and use of technical gear including boots (may be subject to availability). Accommodation and meals are not included but low cost, easy options exist which we can which we can tell you about. Cancellation insurance is available for $18.00. GST not included.
Optional PLUS DAY:$240 plus GST. Every Monday following 'Advanced Ice Systems'. Available to Advanced Ice Systems participants only. Cancellation coverage $13.
More climbing: Yamnuska Guides and Instructors are also available for private climbs after the program ... details . Meeting Time and PlaceThe course begins at the Yamnuska office at 8.00am on the Saturday morning. The Yamnuska office is located at 200, 50 Lincoln Park, Canmore. See this map for location. Advanced Ice Climbing Course Agenda
Sunday: At Local Climbing Area
Advanced Ice Systems 'Plus Days'Stay for an extra day after 'Advanced Ice Systems' and join the instructors on an advanced multi-pitch climb. The instructor to student ratio is 1:2. $220 plus GST. Every Monday following 'Advanced Ice Systems'. Available to course participants only. Cancellation coverage $12.
More climbing: Yamnuska Guides and Instructors are also available for private climbs after the program ... details . Ice Climbing LocationsWe use a variety of locations on this program. These may include the Canmore 'Junkyards', Johnston's Canyon, Haffner Creek and Lake Louise on the first two days, 'Professors', The Field area, Lake Louise are among options for the final day if you are taking the Plus Day. Instructors & Group SizeThe "Yam Ice Team" includes most of the best climbers and instructors anywhere! Enthusiastic and extremely talented, they hold climbing certification from the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides and from other International Federation of Mountain Guide Association (IFMGA) countries. Your safety and enjoyment are paramount to them. There will be a maximum of 12 students, a minimum of 4. Instructor/student ratios range down from 1:6. The "Yam Ice Team" includes Barry Blanchard, Steve Blagbrough, James Blench, Pat Delaney, Jesse De Montigny, Steve Holeczi, Sarah Hueniken, Sean Isaac, Grant Meekins, Nick Sharpe and Mike Stuart. Difficulty & PrerequisitesYou need 'Basic Ice' or equivalent and some further personal experience. You need to be comfortable seconding easy grade 4 ice. Transportation
If you are flying from afar for the program we suggest that you rent a car for your visit. In addition to getting you to the climbing locations it will allow you to explore our region a bit after program hours. For example you can visit Banff and enjoy the hot pools and sample the numerous restaurants. If you want we can put other participants in touch with you who may be interested in sharing the cost of a rental car or who may be willing to use their vehicles in a car pool. When booking please indicate if you are bringing a vehicle and, if so, whether your are willing or not to give other participants or instructors a ride in a car pool. If you are not driving here please indicate if you'd be willing to share the cost of a rental car or if you would prefer to car pool. Frequent shuttles connect Calgary International Airport and Canmore. Greyhound Bus Lines (1 800 661 8747) serves Canmore from points east and west along the Trans-Canada Highway. Call 609 8790, 609 0300, 609 1490 or 609 8505 for taxis in Canmore. Accommodation & MealsThese are your responsibility. There are lots of options available including campgrounds, hostels, B'n'Bs, motels and hotels! Check accommodation options on our links page for our recommendations. The Alpine Club Clubhouse (403 678 3200) is a good hostel here in Canmore with good facilities and reasonable prices. Food is not supplied. You will need lunch and something to drink each day. Each day bring plenty to drink and a lunch plus energy snacks. We particularly suggest bringing a Thermos and hot drink. Equipment & ClothingThe course fee includes use of technical gear although you should feel free to bring any gear you already have. Equipment ListWe suggest you bring:
*We can loan you these but you must advise us in advance that you need them.
Mountaineering BootsYamnuska has double plastic mountaineering boots which you are welcome to use. If needing these please let us know when you register. Please also give us your boot size. Clothing ListThere can be prolonged periods of inactivity in very cold temperatures. Don't be afraid to bring too much! We suggest bringing light clothing of varying thickness that can be 'layered' to achieve comfort and versatility. The most important consideration for clothing is the ability to regulate temperature as you change from periods of activity to periods of rest. We discourage cotton clothing as it causes rapid heat loss when wet. We suggest you bring:
InsuranceThere is no charge for rescue. If we climb in Banff National Park you will need a day entry pass (c.$8) to qualify for free rescue. This pass can be obtained when you enter the Park. It is wise, though to ensure that your health plan will cover you in case of illness or accident whilst here. Booking InformationPlease book as early as practical to avoid disappointment. We require full payment on booking. To avoid unnecessary cancellation penalties we suggest you take our cancellation insurance ($18), this must accompany your payment. Detailed booking instructions and conditions. Please note that you will be required to sign our waiver before commencing the course. Please view our sample waiver copy. Book Advanced Ice Systems
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Saturday: 8:00am At Yamnuska Office & Local
Climbing Area
To keep prices down participants are responsible for their own transport to Canmore
and during the program. Canmore is a 1hour (100km) drive west from Calgary.
Yamnuska Mountain
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