1 Day Winter Mountaineering Skills
This is the perfect course for those looking to expand your 3 season hiking and climbing skills. This introductory Mountaineering course will teach you how to dress for winter, how to pack and select the proper gear. You will learn how to move efficiently in winter boots and crampons, and how to climb low to moderate angled snow and ice terrain.
This is a great introduction to the skills needed for above treeline travel and  winter mountaineering. No previous climbing experience is required for registration but participants should be prepared for a challenging day. The day will be spent outdoors learning and practicing crampon, ice axe, rope skills, and self arrest.

This course meets at 8:30 AM weekdays and 8:00 AM weekends and Holidays.

For a complete Experience try our Two Day Mountaineering Skills Program, this combines our 1 Day Winter Mountaineering Skills Course and our single day ascent of Mount Washington.

Our 3 Day Basic Mountaineering Course includes a day of Basic Mountaineering Instruction, a second day of winter skills and a camping overnight with an ascent of Mt Washington on the third Day. Click Here for more details.

The Winter Camping Skills Course spends the weekend in a beautiful back country location while learning basic winter travel techniques and low impact winter camping skills.

For an outstanding winter climbing experience, our Single Day Ascent of Mount Washington will bring you to the top of the Northeast and home to the World's Worst Weather. Find out more here.

The proper clothing is vital if you are to enjoy the program. Please take the quote "Cotton Kills" seriously. Cotton is NOT suitable for use in the mountains in winter. Please check the gear list we have provided to make sure you are prepared. IMCS will provide you with Boots, Crampons, Ice Axe and any other technical gear we deem necessary. We also have winter clothing available for rent. Please contact us with any questions about clothing or gear.

Be sure to read our Gear List for our winter programs HERE

1 Day Basic Mountaineering Skills

2 Day Basic Mountaineering Skills, with ascent of Mount Washington

3 Day Basic Mountaineering Skills, with overnight and ascent of Mt. Washington

2 Day Advanced Mountaineering Skills, with overnight and technical ascent of Mt. Washington

Intermediate Mountaineering

Northern Presidentials

1 day Ascent of Mt Washington

Mt Washington Observatory Overnight

Presidential Range Traverse

Glacier Skills Crevasse Rescue

Winter Camping Skills

Avalanche Courses

Ski Mountaineering

Click HERE for our Mountaineering Course Price List

We offer scheduled courses, clinics and trips for climbers of all levels of experience and ability. All of the climbing programs we offer may be booked by private arrangement for individuals or groups. Private guiding allows your needs to be addressed in a personalized manner and has proven to be an excellent way for individuals and groups to learn at a pace you direct. Our guides are flexible and love a new adventure. Tell us what you want to accomplish during your time with us and chances are good we can arrange it. We want your climb to be a safe and enjoyable experience

Prices are determined by the ratio of climbers to guides. Course cost includes rental of all technical gear required for safe and instructional participation. In the winter we provide boots, crampons, ice axe(s), harness, helmet, ropes, and snow & ice protection.

For overnight trips we also provide all communal gear including tents, stoves, food for main meals, fuel and camping fees. Climbers need to provide backpack, sleeping bag and pad, additional food, fluids, personal items and appropriate clothing

The proper clothing is vital if you are to enjoy the program. Please take the quote "Cotton Kills" seriously. Cotton is NOT suitable for use in the mountains in winter. Please check the gear list we have provided to make sure you are prepared.