Once we arrive to the parking area at the climbing site:
-Gear is distributed to each climber
-Waiver forms filled out & submitted
-Hike to site
*Hike-in times vary depending on which location & which climb at that location:
(Thunder Bay: 15-35mins, Orient Bay:5-20 mins, Kama Bay: 10-45mins)
Talking About Site Safety and Equipment
-Objective hazards discussed
-Helmets to be worn at all times
-Equipment explained, fitted to each person, and secured.
-How to climb – basic techniques to get started
-How to come back down safely – proper lowering techniques on ice
Climbing Time and Skill Building
-Get to try it out with your first climbs!
-Using your crampons efficiently
-Ice axe placements
-Belaying + Communication Essentials
Lunch: On your own time whenever you please
More Climbing Time and Skill Building
-Group progressively learns techniques to climb more efficiently on the ice;
customized to each individual’s experience level
-Learning advanced techniques to climb more efficiently
-Learn about ice formation and ice conditions
Last Climbs of the Day
Tear Down, Clean Up, and Pack Up
Hike time back to the parking area for departure