Join our Women’s Affinity AIARE 1 Avalanche Course and take your first steps towards becoming a confident and informed backcountry traveler. This course is for women (queer, trans, and cis-gendered) aiming to begin their avalanche education journey in a supportive and community-focused learning environment.
The Twin Sisters are the closest mountains to those living in Whatcom and Skagit counties, but see the least amount of traffic. For those looking for a truly alpine adventure, the Twin Sisters offer a seemingly endless supply of long, exposed ridges, towers, and summits broken up by small sections of glacier and steep snow. Some objectives can be done in a long day mission, but to truly experience the classics of the range, 3-4 days is a must.
Crevasse rescue is a core skill for glacier travel at any level. Mastery of these skills empowers individuals to travel in glaciated terrain with increased safety margins, confidence, and independence.
The Women’s Affinity Crevasse Rescue course is for women (queer, trans, cis-gendered) aiming to hone their proficiency in this crucial skill. Designed to foster inclusivity and accessibility from the ground up, this course offers a supportive learning environment for gaining a strong foundation in crevasse rescue. Taking this course in the early season will support folks in tackling personal climbing objectives and identifying educational next steps.
This comprehensive program provides an introductory overview of essential techniques and systems required for both group and solo crevasse rescue scenarios. Participants will develop vital skills such as effective self-arrest, building snow anchors, and creating basic (2:1 and 3:1) and advanced (5:1 and 6:1) haul systems. Additionally, we’ll cover rope ascension and rappelling within the context of rescue operations, equipping participants with a well-rounded toolkit for safe glacier travel.
Vamos a la cumbre! Join us for an unforgettable 10-day guided expedition to climb some of Mexico’s most iconic peaks. Your journey begins with two days of exhilarating rock climbing in Peña de Bernal, a striking monolith that soars above the charming town of the same name. Next up is a three day climb of the formidable Iztaccíhuatl (Izta for short), Mexico’s third-highest peak and a symbol of Aztec mythology. After Izta, enjoy a food tour and rest day in Puebla. The expedition culminates with a climb of Pico De Orizaba, Mexico’s highest peak. A rugged 4×4 jeep ride brings you to the base camp from which you’ll make an early morning summit attempt. For the final night of the trip you’ll return to the historic climbers lodge at Servimont, located in a converted century old soap factory.
The volcanoes and culture of Southern Chile should be on the list of any traveling skier. We are pleased to offer in collaboration with IFMGA guide Chris Martin (Mindful Mountaineering) ski descents of four of Patagonia’s volcanoes. From Santiago through Chile heading south, many options exist for objectives, each with their own unique characteristics and challenges.
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