2-day ice climbing in Alberta, intermediate level course

Join internationally certified ACMG guide Patrick on a 2-day intermediate ice climbing course for aspiring lead climbers looking for the next step.

Group

2 Days

Jan, Feb, Mar

Fit

Intermediate

Highlights

* Enhance your ice climbing with a fully internationally-qualified guide.

* Learn in the stunning and classic surroundings of the Rocky Mountains.

* Become familiar with a range of skills in order to be able to lead an ice climb.

Description

Top-up your climbing capabilities and confidence with a 2-day intermediate course for lead climbing in the classic and quality Rocky Mountains of Alberta.

Expand your experience on the rocks with a fully-qualified guide of the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides, the country’s exclusive internationally recognised mountain guide association.

During the 2 days of instruction, learn how to become a solid and responsible lead climber across multiple locations close to Canmore.

You’ll become familiar with site safety, emergency protocols and hazard assessment. Master knots, belaying and correct communication. Practice ice safety such as proper standing technique and appropriate belaying locations.

Other practical teachings include proper steep ice techniques, screws and anchors, as well as rappelling and ice progression.

You’ll also get chance to lead an ice climb if the conditions and ability are ideal.

So upgrade your climbing skills and abilities with this comprehensive 2-day ice climbing programme for intermediates. And enjoy the fantastic views of the Rocky Mountains.

Get in touch now to reserve your place in the classic Rocky Mountains on a 2-day intermediate course in Alberta. Upgrade your skills and confidence in lead climbing while witnessing some quality natural scenery.

Price includes

- Guiding fee

Price details

This is the price to join a group trip with a minimum of 4 participants.

About the guide

Patrick

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Mountain Guide

I'm a Full Alpine Guide with the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides and an Active Member of the Canadian Avalanche Association.
I has climbed across the lower 48 United States, Western Canada, multiple expeditions to Alaska, and Greece. Calling Canmore home, I feel my best attribute is my passion for teaching and sharing what I have learned over the years of being in the mountains. Combining my mountain experience with my thousands of hours as an industrial rope access tech/supervisor, as well as, being a SAR Rope Rescue Leader, my guests can be assured that they are in good hands.

I holds an Adventure Guide Diploma through Thompson Rivers University, which is one of the world’s premiere adventure tourism programs where students spend two years refining their mountain craft and business skills associated with the adventure tourism industry.

I'm proud to be at a point in my career where I can guide full time and I'm able to share my love of the mountains with my guests. I'm always looking forward to the next adventure and building long lasting relationships with my guests. I'm one of those people who’s passion and love for life is contagious.

Languages

English

Certificates

ACMG

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What people are saying about Patrick

Rosalyn

5.00

Patrick was a great guide! We thoroughly enjoyed the half day ice climbing - I would fully recommend to anyone!

Lara

5.00

What a thrilling experience! My husband has been wanting to Ice Climb for some time, so I arranged this during our ski trip to Banff. Needless to say the process was easy, all gear, lunch and transportation was arranged for us. Being on vacation you dont always have everything you need for a trip like this, our guide Patrick thought of everything, he even brought extra clothing for us in case we needed more warmth!! The whole adventure was more than we hoped for, thank you so much to Patrick and the team for making this memorable!!

Jia

4.00

Patrick was extremely helpful and patient as I was a beginner. My safety was his priority which was great. Would definitely recommend him.

Rosalyn

5.00

Patrick was a great guide! We thoroughly enjoyed the half day ice climbing - I would fully recommend to anyone!