| This one day course is a general introduction to waterfall ice climbing and general mountaineering. It is best suited for novice winter climbers – NO prior experience is needed or expected!
The first part of the course will be spent learning about the equipment - crampons, ice axes, anchors, knots and belays. The rest of the day will be spent climbing to gain an appreciation for vertical movement on some of the best ice cliffs in the country! This course is a fun way for groups of friends or a family to learn the basics without having to invest a lot of time and money.
Sunrise Adventures provides all technical gear. Course size is limited to four climbers with one guide. Participants should feel comfortable carrying a 20 lb pack for a 2 mile walk. Meet at the Sunrise Café in Jeffersonville at 8 am for a gear check and outfitting. Course participants will need to provide a small day pack and appropriate clothing for a day outdoors (synthetic underwear and outerwear, ski gloves), a snack, and water (NO Camelbaks – they freeze!). A camera is highly recommended! |
