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Yamnuska Mountain Adventures

Mountaineering, Rock Climbing, Ice Climbing, Backcountry Skiing

  • Avalanche
    • Avalanche Skills Training 1 – Canmore/Calgary
    • AST 1 (Classroom Webinar/Rockies Field Day)
    • AST 1 (Classroom Webinar/Rogers Pass Field Day)
    • Avalanche Skills Training 1 for Ice Climbers
    • Companion Rescue Refresher Course
    • Avalanche Skills Training 2 – Canadian Rockies
    • Avalanche Skills Training 2 – Rogers Pass
    • Avalanche Skills Training 2 – Purcell Lodge
  • Mountaineering
    • Beginner Programs
      • Scrambling Skills and Safety
      • Snow and Ice Long Weekend
      • Intro to Mountaineering
      • Women’s Intro to Mountaineering
      • Youth Mountaineering Course
      • Wapta Ice Hike
    • Intermediate and Advanced Programs
      • Yoho Peaks
      • Intro to Alpine Rock in the Bugaboos
      • Intro to Alpine Ice at the Columbia Icefields
      • Lake Louise Classics
      • Rogers Pass Alpinist Camp
      • Fairy Meadows Granite Base Camp
      • Bugaboos Granite
    • Canadian Rockies 11,000ers
      • Mount Temple
      • Mount Willingdon
      • Mount Cline
      • Mt Woolley & Diadem
      • Mount Hector
      • Mount Athabasca
      • Mount Andromeda – Skyladder
      • Mt Joffre Expedition
      • Mount Victoria
      • Mount Forbes (Fly in and Send)
      • Mount Assiniboine
      • Mount Robson
    • Fast and Light Series
      • Castle Mountain
      • Mt Louis Kain Route
      • Bugaboo Spire – North East Ridge
      • Mt Sir Donald – Northwest Ridge
      • Mt Aberdeen
      • Mt Fay – West Ridge
      • Mt Temple – East Ridge
    • One-Day Crevasse Rescue for the Alpinist
    • Navigation 1 (Back to Basics with Map & Compass)
    • Navigation 2 (Digital Trip Planning & Electronic Navigation)
    • One Month Summer Mountaineering Program
    • Private Mountaineering and Guiding
      • Climb Mount Athabasca
      • Bugaboos Climbing Guides
      • Climb Mount Assiniboine
      • Climb Mount Robson
  • Skiing
    • Icefields Parkway Day Touring
    • Rogers Pass & Revelstoke Day Touring
    • Backcountry Skiing and Splitboard Touring Programs
      • Intro to Backcountry Skiing & Splitboarding
      • Intro to Backcountry Skiing at Purcell Lodge
      • 2-Day Backcountry Freerider Camp
      • Backcountry Belles – Women’s only Free Rider weekend
    • Steep & Deep Programs
      • Lift-Assisted Backcountry Skiing at Lake Louise
      • Rogers Pass Powder Ski Camp
      • Ultimate Steep & Deep Camp
      • Signature Series Splitboarding Steep & Deep Camp
      • Remote Ski Camp – Freshfields
    • Ski Mountaineering & Classic Traverses
      • Intro to Ski Mountaineering
      • Crevasse Rescue for Skiers & Splitboarders
      • The Wapta Traverse
      • Bow to Yoho Advanced Ski Week
      • Yoho Ski Safari
      • Bugaboos to Rogers Pass Ski Traverse
    • 11’000ers Ski Programs
      • Mt Hector
      • The Lyells & Mons Ski Descents
      • Mt Columbia Ski Expedition
    • International Ski Trips
      • Troll Peninsula, Iceland Ski Safari
      • Rishiri Island Skiing in Japan
    • Navigation 1 (Back to Basics with Map & Compass)
    • Navigation 2 (Digital Trip Planning & Electronic Navigation)
    • One Month Backcountry Ski Program
    • Private Ski Guiding & Splitboarding
  • Rock Climbing
    • Rock Climbing Level 1 – Outdoor Rock Intro
    • Rock Climbing Level 2 – Learn to Lead
    • Rock Climbing Level 1 & 2 – Rock Evolution
    • Rock Climbing Level 3 – Multi-Pitch Climbing Course
    • Rock Climbing Level 4 – Trad Rock Leader
    • Rock Climbing Level 5 – Rock Rescue & Advanced Ropework
    • Skaha Rock – 5-day Progression
    • Hot Rock
    • Ghost Rock
    • El Potrero Chico Rock Road Trip
    • Mature Movement 50+ Rock Climbing
    • Beginner Experiential Rock Climbing
    • Multipitch & Instructional Rock Climbing
  • Ice Climbing
    • Ice Climbing Level 1 – Basic Ice
    • Ice Climbing Level 2 – Top Rope Management
    • Ice Climbing Level 1 & 2 – Ice Evolution
    • Ice Climbing Level 3 – Ice Leader
    • Ice Climbing Level 4 – Multi-Pitch Ice Leader
    • Drytooling Intro
    • Rampart Creek Ice Camp
    • Ghost Ice Climbing Camp
    • Hot Ice Climbing
    • Beginner Experiential Ice Climbing
    • Private Multipitch & Instructional Ice Climbing
    • Southern Ontario Ice Climbing
      • Southern Ontario – One-day Ice Evolution
      • Southern Ontario Ice Leader
  • Mountain Semester

Mature Movement 50+ Rock Climbing

This multi-pitch outdoor rock climbing course is designed for new climbers or less experienced climbers in the over 50 crowd who are interested in gaining some exposure to outdoor rock climbing. You will learn the skills to set up your own top-rope and follow a multi-pitch climb.

The curriculum will be taught in a logical manner to transition your indoor skills and knowledge to the outdoor rock climbing environment. We will be building your confidence in rock movement skills and reinforce technical skills through practice and coaching.

Our classroom for the first two days will be the limestone cliffs of the Bow Valley.  The multi-pitch outdoor rock climbing course will culminate on a classic multi-pitch route that suits your abilities and reinforces the skills you have learned.

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Course Agenda

Day 1: 8:00 am At Yamnuska Office & Local Climbing Area

  • Welcome, introduction, goals, agenda and issue required gear
  • Introduction to outdoor rock climbing hazards and risk management at the crag
  • Review climbing equipment fit, strengths and uses
  • Learn and practice movement skills on rock
  • Modifying the Top Rope system to the outdoor rock climbing environment
  • Building top Tope Rope anchors
  • Introduction to rope care and management

Day 2: 8:00 am At Yamnuska Office & Local Climbing Area

  • Lead belaying outside
  • Instruction and practice rappelling
  • Top Rope anchor cleaning and transition to lower or rappel
  • Introduction to the ‘multi-pitch’ system in preparation for the following day’s multi-pitch climb
  • Introduction to the basics of ‘Traditional’ gear placement and removal

Day 3:  Meeting time to be determined by your guide based on conditions and the objective. Complete a local multi-pitch climb!

  • Equipment check
  • Hike to your selected multi-pitch climb
  • Spend the day climbing a classic multi-pitch climb while putting the previous two days training into practice!

Meeting Time and Place

The course begins at the Yamnuska office at 8.00 am on Saturday morning. The Yamnuska office is located at 200, 50 Lincoln Park, Canmore. See this map for location.

Instructors and Group Size

Seasoned and age-appropriate instructors certified by the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides will be your guides and coaches. Your safety and enjoyment are paramount to them. There will be a maximum of 8 students. Maximum Instructor/student ratios are 1:4 on instructional days, and 1:2 on multi-pitch days 1:2 is the norm. The minimum group size is 3.

Transportation

Participants are responsible for their own transport to Canmore and during the program. Canmore is a 1 hour (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 a bit after program hours. For example, you can visit Banff and enjoy the hot pools and sample the numerous restaurants.

Accommodation and Meals

Accommodation in Canmore is not included. A variety of accommodation options exist in both Canmore and Banff, including campsites, hostels, all levels of hotels as well as condo style accommodation with kitchens or suites.  We recommend that you book your own pre and post-trip accommodations well in advance as all levels of accommodations in the Bow Valley fill quickly.

Yamnuska guests receive exclusive rates with Clique Hotels & resorts upon booking an adventure with either Yamnuska Mountain Adventures or Canadian Rockies Hiking by Yamnuska.  (Please note that some rates are non-refundable)

Food is not supplied. You will need lunch and something to drink each day. Bring plenty to drink and lunch plus energy snacks.

Equipment and Clothing

The course fee includes the use of rock shoes and technical gear although you are encouraged to bring any gear you already have.

The weather encountered on this program can vary greatly. 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 multi-pitch climbs are often colder.

Clothing and Equipment List

  • Lunch, snacks and plenty to drink
  • Backpack (30-40 Litre alpine back large enough for spare clothing, your lunch & personal and group climbing gear)
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Rain Gear (minimum jacket, pants if available)
  • Clothing allowing for easy and complete range of movement
  • Warm weather gear (fleece jacket, base layers, warm hat, gloves etc.)
  • Approach shoes or running shoes for the hike to the climbing area.
  • Rock shoes*
  • Harness*
  • Helmet*
  • Belay device with pear-shaped locking carabiner*
  • 1 locking D shaped carabiner*
  • 1 120cm sewn sling*
  • Chalk bag

*We can loan you the items marked with an asterisk but you must advise us in advance that you need them.

Please book as early as practical to avoid disappointment. We require full payment on booking.

We ask that you familiarize yourself with our detailed booking instructions and conditions.

Risk is an inherent part of all mountain activities. We strive to manage and reduce it however, it is impossible to totally eliminate. Learn more about our safety and risk management approach here.  Please note that you will be required to sign our waiver before commencing the program. Please view our sample waiver copy.

There are two basic types of insurance that most travellers need to consider: Medical and Cancellation/Trip Interruption Insurance. We offer our guests coverage for both and highly recommend you purchase it.

Emergency Medical Expenses Insurance:

It is wise to ensure that your health plan will cover you in case of illness or accident during your trip. Obtain extra coverage if necessary. There is no charge for rescue in the national and provincial parks, however, costs such as air or ground transportation, long term care and other services are not covered.

Cancellation/Trip Interruption Insurance:

We recognize that our guests’ schedules may change for many reasons; business, family, flight delays, injuries and other unplanned events. For these eventualities, the Trip Cancellation/Interruption insurance is a great way to protect your investment.

For all your travel insurance requirements we recommend the Simpson Group. This agency offers a wide range of travel insurance options including Trip Cancellation/Interruption, Travel Medical and Personal Effect Loss for Canadian Travelers. We highly recommend purchasing this insurance. For more information and to purchase a plan, visit the Simpson Group’s website.

Please note that this coverage is for Canadian residents only. For guests who are not from Canada and who are interested in the ‘Visitors to Canada’ insurance package please contact the Simpson Group directly at JSimpson@simpson-group.com and reference your Yamnuska Mountain Adventure’s trip.

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PRICE:

$725 CDN covers instruction and use of technical gear. Accommodation and meals are not included but low cost, easy options exist. Goods and Services Tax (GST) is extra. Gratuities not included.

Trip Cancellation Insurance is available through the Simpson Group.

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Is it for you?

This course is the perfect progression for climbers who are 50+ years old and climbing 5.7 or above in the gym. Guests should have top rope belay certification attained from any indoor climbing gym.

The program will also be a great fit for those who have some basic outdoor experience, are climbing at approximately the 5.7 level and are looking towards a multi-pitch objective. Approaches to climbing areas range from 10-60 minutes on hiking and climbers trails. Learning is paced for guests that are looking to build skills in logical progression while reinforcing learning with practice.

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