Introduction to Ice Climbing - Full Day
Location
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Group Size
4 people per guide
Duration
8 hours
Location
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Group Size
4 people per guide
Duration
8 hours
What You'll Learn
If you’ve never climbed ice or even rock climbed before this is the place to start. During this Intro to Ice Climbing course participants will learn:
- How to provide a solid lead and toprope belay that makes you a sought after climbing partner.
- How ice screw protection and anchors work.
- How to safely put on and use ice climbing equipment such as crampons, ice tools, and ice screws.
- Basic ice climbing technique to make efficient use of energy and stay in balance.
- How to descend from ice climbs.
- Outdoor climbing etiquette and ethics for new outdoor leaders.
After taking this climbing course participants should feel capable of climbing ice where leading is not needed.
