Avalanche Awareness, February 14 (Saturday)
Hoosier PassThis one day field course focuses on avalanche terrain recognition, hazard management, team communication, travel techniques, and companion rescue. We will spend a full day on the mountain in avalanche terrain. This training is designed for people new to the…
AIARE Level 1, Monarch Pass – Colorado Springs Classroom (Feb 19-22) COURSE FULL-Waitlist Available
Colorado Springs Evening Classroom Sessions February 19 & 20 (Thursday & Friday evening), Monarch Pass Field Sessions February 21 & 22 (Saturday & Sunday) This 24-hour course introduces students to managing avalanche hazards in the backcountry. You’ll learn a…
AIARE Level 1, Vail Pass (Feb 24-26) COURSE FULL
Vail PassThis 24-hour course introduces students to managing avalanche hazards in the backcountry. You’ll learn a repeatable process for assessing and managing risk, preparing for and executing backcountry trips, communicating and making decisions in avalanche terrain, and performing rescue techniques…
Introduction to Backcountry Skiing, March 14 (Saturday)
Monarch PassJoin us for a day in the beautiful and accessible mountains of Monarch Pass Colorado! Forget the resort crowds and expensive lunches. In addition to laying out and practicing the fundamentals of ski touring and backcountry skiing, this introductory class prepares…
Gym to Crag Course, April 10-11 (Friday-Saturday) COURSE CANCELLED
CityROCK 21 N Nevada Ave, Colorado SpringsSafety is the key to having a good day of climbing. If you are new to outdoor climbing or you’ve been climbing with friends or meet-ups and want to learn how to set up and clean the systems yourself, this…
Snow Climbing Introduction Course April 19 (Sunday) CANCELLED DUE TO CONDITIONS
Pikes PeakThe fundamentals of snow climbing and travel are taught from the ground up. This training takes place in the alpine terrain above 11,500′ in the Glen Cove cirque on Pikes Peak. With a short approach and an abundance of snow…
Couloir Climbing Course, April 26 (Sunday) CANCELLED DUE TO CONDITIONS
Pikes PeakSpring and summer (yes, after June 21!) in the Rockies is couloir climbing season. We can get into steeper terrain and work on techniques to improve safety and efficiency in this more vertical domain. Steep snow gullies or couloirs often…
Snow Climbing Introduction Course May 2 (Saturday) CANCELLED DUE TO CONDITIONS
Pikes PeakThe fundamentals of snow climbing and travel are taught from the ground up. This training takes place in the alpine terrain above 11,500′ in the Glen Cove cirque on Pikes Peak. With a short approach and an abundance of snow…
Couloir Climbing Course, May 9 (Saturday) CANCELLED DUE TO CONDITIONS
Pikes PeakSpring and summer (yes, after June 21!) in the Rockies is couloir climbing season. We can get into steeper terrain and work on techniques to improve safety and efficiency in this more vertical domain. Steep snow gullies or couloirs often…
Gym to Crag Course, May 15-16 (Friday-Saturday)
CityROCK 21 N Nevada Ave, Colorado SpringsSafety is the key to having a good day of climbing. If you are new to outdoor climbing or you’ve been climbing with friends or meet-ups and want to learn how to set up and clean the systems yourself, this…
2 Day Crevasse Rescue & Glacier Travel Course, May 16-17 (Saturday-Sunday) CANCELLED DUE TO CONDITIONS
Pikes PeakSeeking to add glacier travel techniques to your alpine skill set? This two day course offers comprehensive hands-on training for safely negotiating glaciated terrain as well as introduces you to crevasse rescue skills that will prepare you for climbing such…
4-Day Mountaineering Course, May 22-25 (Friday-Monday)
Pikes PeakThe skills and techniques taught in this course develop a strong foundation for the aspiring mountaineer and alpinist. This course is conducted in the easily accessible and unmatched alpine terrain on Pikes Peak. This is our most popular and intensive…