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MOUNTAINEERING IN THE CANADIAN ROCKIES
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Mountaineering, Climbing, and Skiing In The Canadian Rockies
Start the summer season with an introduction to outdoor rock climbing in a group of all women. Whether you have never climbed before or have only experienced indoor climbing, this course is for you. Two full days of climbing skills and practice at two different outdoor locations. Learn the basics to jumpstart the outdoor climbing season and get mileage and coaching on the rock. Expect to learn self-sufficient skills to top rope safely. Knots, basic equipment usage, rope coiling, belaying, rappelling and movement skills will be the main focus on this 2 day program. An additional optional evening session will also be provided to learn about equipment purchasing and allow for dinner in town. Still want more? Sign up for an additional PLUS day of multipitch climbing on one of the area's classic routes. Guide ratios will drop to 1:2 for this day. 2008 DatesMay 31 - June 1 Price$295 CDN covers instruction and use of technical gear. Accommodation and meals are not included but low cost, easy options exist which we can tell you about. Cancellation insurance is available for $16.00. Goods and Services Tax (GST) is extra.
More climbing: Yamnuska guides and instructors are also available for private climbing after the course ... details . Meeting Time and PlaceThe course begins at the Yamnuska office at 8.00am on the first day. The Yamnuska office is located at 200, 50 Lincoln Park, Canmore. See this map for location. Course Agenda
Sunday: At Local Climbing Area
'Plus Days'
Book the "Plus Day"
More climbing: Yamnuska guides & instructors are available for private climbing after the course ... details . Rock Climbing LocationsWe use a variety of locations on this program. These include the Yamnuska "Practice Cliffs", Zygote Buttress near Exshaw, Wasootch Creek in Kananaskis Country, Rundle Rock at Banff or, one of our favorites, " Back of the Lake" at Lake Louise. They are all great beginner rock climbing areas in beautiful mountain locations. Instructors & Group SizeYour Guide: Sarah Hueniken Sarah's passion for climbing and sharing it with others has been growing for the past 15 years. Prior to working in the Bow Valley, Sarah started as an Outward Bound and NOLS Instructor working paddling and climbing courses throughout Canada and the USA. As the Associate Director of the Outdoor Program, she also started and ran a climbing program for St. Lawrence University in upstate New York. Currently Sarah works year round for Yamnuska instructing ice, rock, and alpine adventures. She also participates yearly in guiding for Chicks with Picks and represents Outdoor Research and Zodiac in climbing festivals such as the Bozeman Ice festival and the Red Rocks Rendezvous. Whether it is embarking on a new routing adventure across the globe or going to clip bolts at the local crag, sharing an adventure in the mountains with good company is what Sarah believes climbing is all about. She loves working women's courses for the inspiring, fun and motivation atmosphere it lends itself to. There will be a maximum of 6 students. On plus days 1:2 is the norm. Difficulty & PrerequisitesThis course is designed for:
If you are an indoor climber and climb 5.9 and greater and you are leading or feel ready to lead you should consider our 'Rock Transition'. Transportation
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. 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 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 0300, 609 1490 or 609 8897 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. Bring plenty to drink and a lunch plus energy snacks. Equipment & ClothingThe course fee includes use of rock shoes and technical gear although you should feel free to bring any gear you already have. The weather encountered on this program varies greatly, with the courses at the beginning and the end of the season more prone to cold conditions. The list below covers all possibilities. Should sunny warm conditions be forecast some items may be unnecessary. Remember that weather can change fast so even if the day starts out sunny you may still need rain gear in the afternoon. Conditions on the higher climbs on the 'Plus Days' are often colder. Clothing and Equipment List
Equipment Sales As an authorized Petzl Charlet dealer we have a range of guide-recommended rock climbing gear available for purchase. A 5% discount applies if you are booked on a Yamnuska program with greater discounts built into our gear packages. We can ship to you or have your gear awaiting your arrival here. More Information InsuranceThere is no charge for rescue. If we climb in Banff National Park you will need a day entry pass (c.$9) to qualify for free rescue. This pass can be obtained when we enter the Park. It is wise to ensure that your health plan will cover you in case of illness or accident while 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 medical cancellation insurance ($16), this must accompany
your payment. Book Women's Outdoor Rock Intro
Book the "Plus Day"
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Saturday: 8:00am
at Yamnuska Office & Local
Climbing Area
Stay for an extra day and put your new skills into practice on a classic
Canadian Rockies multi-pitch climb such as 'Yamnuska'. The
instructor to student ratio is 1:2. We divide into compatible
teams, choose a suitable 'multi-pitch' route (several rope lengths
in height) and spend the whole day climbing it. Climbs
include routes on Yamnuska, Kid Goat Buttress, Tunnel Mountain and
Cascade.
Yamnuska Mountain
Adventures
