Crevasse Rescue and Glacier Travel Skills

Are you planning a trip to Alaska, Mt. Rainier, the Alps or South America this summer? This two-day intensive course will cover the skills of knots, friction hitches, roped travel techniques, self arrest, snow and ice anchors and extrication techniques.
All instruction will be by IMCS senior guides with extensive climbing experience on glaciers around the world. This practical "nuts and bolts" course will focus on developing the skills you will need to safely move over glaciers and around crevasses.
This course is a must for any aspiring mountaineer.

This course is offered privately on any date and group courses are held during Ice Fest.

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.

This course meets on day 1 at 8:30 AM weekdays and 8:00 AM weekends and Holidays.

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

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 climbing time with us and chances are good we can arrange it. All prices are determined by the ratio of climbers to guides.

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.