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October 13, 2020<\/span><\/p>\n

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One of our 2020 Teams on the summit of Mt. Rainier. (Justin Merle)<\/p><\/div>\n

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After an abbreviated 2020 season on Mt. Rainier, we’re happy to announce a full slate of programs in 2021<\/a><\/span>!<\/span><\/p>\n

6.5 Day Denali Prep Seminar<\/a><\/span> – This program is a perfect introduction to extreme cold weather mountaineering and a prerequisite for a guided Denali Expedition. Learn crevasse rescue, sled rigging & hauling, expedition camping, navigation, fixed line travel, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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AIARE Avalanche Level I<\/a><\/span>\u00c2\u00a0– This three day course is an introduction to the skills a backcountry recreationist needs to safely travel in avalanche terrain. Topics covered include identifying avalanche terrain, understanding snowpack basics, developing a plan, team decision making, and fundamentals of companion rescue.<\/span><\/p>\n

AIARE Avalanche Rescue Course<\/a>\u00c2\u00a0<\/span>– This one day program is intended to be retaken every other year to maintain and hone your companion rescue skills. New students can focus on the basics of companion rescue while returning students expand their skills with advanced topics. All students receive in-depth training and feedback during realistic scenario practice. The Avalanche Rescue Course is a prerequisite of the AIARE Level 2 Course.<\/span><\/p>\n

3.5 Day Disappointment Cleaver Route<\/a><\/span>\u00c2\u00a0-\u00c2\u00a0This program is an enjoyable way to climb Rainier and is also a great introduction to mountaineering. Learn to climb safely and efficiently with expert instruction on cramponing, ice axe arrest, and rope team travel.<\/span><\/p>\n

Women’s 3.5 Day Disappointment Cleaver Climb<\/a><\/span> -\u00c2\u00a0If you’re a woman looking to climb and make connections with other strong women, don’t miss this program. Led by an all-female guide crew, this program follows the same itinerary as our other 3.5 Day DC Climbs.<\/span><\/p>\n

4.5 Day Emmons Route<\/a><\/span>\u00c2\u00a0-\u00c2\u00a0Excellent for the strong beginner to intermediate climber with a very high level of fitness and stamina. The Emmons climb offers a more remote, aesthetic experience on a quieter side of the mountain. Expedition-style climbing requires a heavier pack than our standard DC program, but it’s well worth the effort.<\/span><\/p>\n

Kautz Route<\/a><\/span>\u00c2\u00a0– This exciting intermediate route includes ascending a 30-50 degree snow\/ice chute. Because the Kautz is more demanding and technical than the standard routes, prerequisites include a prior summit of Mt. Rainier via the DC or Emmons (or a comparable glacier climb approved by IMG). Come test your mettle on this challenging route off the beaten path.<\/span><\/p>\n

Advanced climbers will enjoy the challenge of more technical programs such as the\u00c2\u00a0Fuhrer Finger<\/a><\/span>\u00c2\u00a0and\u00c2\u00a0Liberty Ridge<\/a>.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Additional training programs focusing on skills development include our,\u00c2\u00a0Glacier Skills Seminar<\/a><\/span>,\u00c2\u00a0Mountaineering Day School<\/a><\/span>,\u00c2\u00a0Advanced Mountaineering Day School<\/a><\/span>, and\u00c2\u00a0Crevasse Rescue School<\/a><\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Check out our\u00c2\u00a0Rainier FAQ<\/a><\/span>\u00c2\u00a0and click here to register<\/a><\/span>!<\/span><\/p>\n

Important details on the application process:<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n