Rainier 2-Day Crevasse Rescue School Itinerary

Day 1

The course will begin at IMG Headquarters in Ashford, WA at 8 AM.

Guides will take the group through a review of different self-rescue equipment, a knot-tying and materials lesson, and an intro into rescue techniques. This review will consider the uses of different materials and gear and the appropriate knots for specific situations during rescue scenarios. After learning the basics of gear, the team will move into a lesson on self-rescue and rope ascension. The team will be able to practice vertical self-rescue on a rigged system at IMG HQ. Finally, the team will review building anchors and move into team rescue haul systems before concluding the day around 5 pm. You are on your own for food and lodging this evening.

Day 2

The team will begin at HQ and transport to Paradise. They will travel together to a suitable training area given weather conditions. The focus of the day's training will be team rescue systems. The group will practice catching a crevasse fall, building a snow anchor, and creating their haul system. After a full day of technical training, the team will return to Ashford at around 5 pm for a team wrap-up.