Intro to Snow Camping       2 Days      $330

Our two day course which covers the finer points of snow camping is perfect for mountaineers looking to move into the world of snow or just backpackers wanting to enjoy the beauty of winter camping. During this course, we will take time to build snow shelters (conditions permitting), analyze most of the dangers associated with snow camping including avalanche risk assessment, learn how to efficiently and safely use snowshoes, food options, energy conservation, winter navigation in whiteout conditions, and basic first aid.

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Los Angeles - Angeles National Forest

Intro to Mountaineering       1 Day      $165

This is a great course for those wanting to learn the basics of mountaineering for a future of moutain ascents. We spend a long day learning basic rope travel, ice axes and crampon use including self-arrest techniques, the proper personal protective equipment (PPE), safe travel techniques through snow and scree, and basic mountain navigation.

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Los Angeles - Angeles National Forest

Intro to Snowshoeing       1 Day      $165

Come explore the snowy landscape as we learn all the basics of showshoeing in this full day course. Participants can expect to hike 2-3 miles at altitude in snowshoes. We'll cover safe travel tactics, rescue options, and personal protective equipment (PPE).

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Los Angeles - Angeles National Forest

Mt. Whitney - Moutaineers Route Prep       1 Day      $165

This is a great course for those training to tackle the mountaineer's route at Mt. Whitney or any of the other semi-technical introductory mountain routes in the Western United States. We focus specifically on the skillsets, group tactics, and PPE needed for the tallest mountain route in the lower 48 states.

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Los Angeles - Angeles National Forest