North Cascades Climbing and Mountaineering Objectives: From Beginner Routes to Advanced Adventures
...mostly crack climbing on super high-quality rock. Burgundy Spire, North Face: Grade II+, 5.8 – Rock, 2 days Enjoy spectacular… Read More
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…and nowcasts based on available information Making operational decisions based upon avalanche hazard analysis Recognizing trends and patterns in stability Efficient & accurate route-finding and group management in complex terrain…
…routes in the North Cascades, Alaska, and beyond. In AMTL 3, the program is built upon three modules within the 12-day program: aid and big-wall climbing skills; multi-pitch efficiency; and…
…systems and single-pitch rock techniques, you’ll move on to multi-pitch alpine rock, complex glacier routes, and the challenges of decision-making in real mountain environments. Each day builds toward greater independence…
…advanced level routes. AAI also offers private climbing in the Sierra Nevada – click the link to see a sampling of routes and areas. Squamish, British Columbia, is just a…
…travel in glaciated mountains. From self-arrest to rope team travel, crevasse rescue to route finding, this course is built to take new climbers and turn them into competent, thoughtful partners…
Nestled between Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, and Deadhorse Point State Park, high on the Colorado Plateau, the tiny hamlet of Moab is considered by many to be the…
…forging an unparalleled route along the crest of the Cascade mountains. Considered by many to be the most scenic and varied alpine traverse in the country, this route was built…
…climbers with the ability to get up routes that are too hard to free climb. Most people become aware of aid climbing through the lens of big wall climbing. Big…
…rappelling, and the strategies required for long, complex routes. The second section of the program transitions to multi-pitch alpine ice. Here, you’ll practice precise tool and crampon techniques, efficient protection…
…intermediate techniques and helps experienced climbers further advance their route finding, hazard evaluation, and technical climbing skills. Note: Both the introductory and advanced sections occur at the same time from…
…the range, the U-Notch Couloir. The west side of the peak can also be climbed via fun 4th class scrambling on the LeConte Route. Tricky route finding turns some parties…
The Alps have long been known as one of the most picturesque mountain playgrounds in the world. This summer Haute Route, or “high route,” provides just the right combination of…
...mostly crack climbing on super high-quality rock. Burgundy Spire, North Face: Grade II+, 5.8 – Rock, 2 days Enjoy spectacular… Read More
...route for your climb. Not sure you want to tackle Mt. Baker on your own? We have guided climbs available!… Read More
...Mt. Baker and rock climbing course at Washington Pass in May, 2) a climb of Mt. Rainier at the beginning… Read More
...are linked to trip reports or route profiles. Some routes that we frequently guide are shown in bold and are… Read More
...more information on climbing this amazing route! Guide Coley Gentzel’s North Ridge Story Former AAI Program Coordinator and Guide… Read More
...very specific piece of gear designed. For most applications (approach, ice climbing, rock climbing, etc.) you will likely have a… Read More
...could only see a small part of the world famous Las Vegas Strip. But by the time we neared the… Read More
...great mountaineering route. Harder Routes Mt. Waddington, South Face (Bravo Glacier Route) Technically, the aspect is southwest, not south. This… Read More
...guarantee your climbing will be fast and effective. Don’t forget to have fun in the process! Click the link to… Read More
...routes and alpine ice climbing, its diverse terrain offers challenges and thrills for every level of mountaineer. Sulphide Glacier Grade… Read More