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Alaska Mountain Guides & Climbing School Inc. is dedicated to developing confident, competent, climbers. Using a "hands-on" approach to learning, we introduce new skills and put them to use on climbs that develop individual skill and technique. We have programs for everyone ranging from those who want a fun initial climbing experience, to those seeking serious expedition skills appropriate for the most demanding high altitude climbs. We also offer solid professional training courses. Our small groups and low student-to-instructor ratio help us meet individual expectations, and help guests progress as quickly as their ambition and ability allow. No Previous experience is required for any of these courses.
Climbing & Mountaineering Course Offerings:
- Alaska
- Utah
- Mexico
- Leadership & Guide Training
Alaska Mountain Guides & Climbing School Inc. is dedicated to developing confident, competent, climbers. Using a "hands-on" approach to learning, we introduce new skills and put them to use on climbs that develop individual skill and technique. We have programs for everyone ranging from those who want a fun initial climbing experience, to those seeking serious expedition skills appropriate for the most demanding high altitude climbs. We also offer solid professional training courses. Our small groups and low student-to-instructor ratio help us meet individual expectations, and help guests progress as quickly as their ambition and ability allow. No Previous experience is required for any of these courses. (Climbing Courses Overview)
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Alaska
Intro Mountaineering Courses
These courses are designed as a hands-on introduction to safe mountaineering. We spend the days moving through the mountains and across massive glaciers, plunging ourselves into a world of jagged peaks and brilliant blue ice falls...(more)
2, 3, or 5 days
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Alaska
Rock Climbing
These trips emphasize developing individual climbing technique and skills. They are based on a hands-on approach and are conducted in an amazing alpine setting. Towering peaks and glaciers provide a spectacular backdrop, and great terrain for developing climbing skills. These programs provide an excellent introduction to rock climbing for beginners and advanced climbers alike...(more)
1/2 to 5 days
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Alaska
Ice Climbing
These courses are designed to give participants a hands-on introduction to ice climbing. Building solid climbing skills and confident climbers is the main focus. The courses are conducted in the heavily glaciated mountains surrounding Haines...(more)
1 to 5 days
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Alaska
Expedition Primer
This course is designed for individuals seeking to learn expedition skills. It combines instruction with a series of climbs that practice and build upon your skill base.(more)
7 days
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Alaska
Alpine Climbing
The Alpine Climbing Course offers individuals the opportunity to learn and refine rock & ice climbing, and mountaineering skills. The course is designed to take skills and techniques that we have practiced and put them to use.(more)
7 days
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Alaska
Mountaineering
The Twelve Day Mountaineering Course is one of the most comprehensive climbing programs we offer. It is designed to teach individuals to be competent climbing in the alpine environment. This course is an expedition in its own right, and participants will gain a thorough understanding of expedition climbing skills and logistics.(more)
12 days
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Alaska
Mountaineering Leadership & Guide Training (International Wilderness Leadership School)
This course is the most comprehensive climbing program we offer. It is designed to create strong leaders who are safe, efficient, and confident in the mountain environment.(more)
12 & 24 days
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Alaska Mountain Guides & Climbing School Inc. is dedicated to developing confident, competent, climbers. Using a "hands-on" approach to learning, we introduce new skills and put them to use on climbs that develop individual skill and technique. We have programs for everyone ranging from those who want a fun initial climbing experience, to those seeking serious expedition skills appropriate for the most demanding high altitude climbs. We also offer solid professional training courses. Our small groups and low student-to-instructor ratio help us meet individual expectations, and help guests progress as quickly as their ambition and ability allow. No Previous experience is required for any of these expeditions. (Climbing Courses Overview)
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Utah
Alta Alpine Climbing
The Alpine Climbing Course offers individuals the opportunity to learn and refine rock & ice climbing, and mountaineering skills. The course is designed to take skills and techniques that we have practiced and put them to use. We will attempt several climbs during the program that are intended to not only use our new skills but also to give participants confidence in their ability!... (more)
5 & 7 Days
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Utah
Alta Expedition Primer
This course is designed for individuals seeking to learn expedition skills. It combines instruction with an exciting series of climbs that are designed to develop each person's skill and technique. We will cover ice axe and crampon use, rope team management, anchors, belays, crevasse rescue, navigation, hazard/risk assessment, avalanche awareness/transceiver use, rock and ice climbing technique and more... (more)
5 & 7 Days
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Utah
Alta Rock Climbing
These courses are designed to give participants a hands-on introduction to rock climbing. Building solid climbing skills and confident climbers is the main focus. Trips are available in half day and one day lengths... (more)
Half - 5 Days
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Utah
Alta Ice Climbing
These courses are designed to give participants a hands-on introduction to ice climbing. Building solid climbing skills and confident climbers is the main focus. Trips are available in half day, one day, two day, three day, and five day lengths. The half day, one, two and three day programs provide an excellent introduction to ice climbing, while the five day trip will expand on the primary skills to include anchors, belaying, rope management, knots, protection systems, rappelling, and crampon and ice axe technique...(more)
Half - 5 Days
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Utah
Intro Mountaineering
These courses are designed for individuals seeking to learn basic mountaineering skills. We will cover ice axe and crampon use, as well as basic anchors, belays, navigation, and hazard/risk assessment. The courses will give individuals the opportunity to explore the basic skills of mountaineering and will provide an introduction to mountain travel and safety systems...(more)
Half - Full Day
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Utah
Mountaineering
These courses are designed for individuals seeking to learn standard mountaineering skills. We will cover ice axe and crampon use, as well as anchors, belays, navigation, and hazard/risk assessment. The longer trips will receive additional instruction on rope team travel, avalanche awareness, and additional experiential training with possible climbs of select objectives to practice the acquired skills. No experience is necessary...(more)
2,3 & 5 Days
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Utah
Rock & Ice Leadership & Guide Training (International Wilderness Leadership School)
This course is the most comprehensive climbing programs we offer. It is designed to create strong leaders who are safe, efficient, and confident in the mountain environment.(more)
12 & 24 days
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Alaska Mountain Guides & Climbing School Inc. is dedicated to developing confident, competent, climbers. Using a "hands-on" approach to learning, we introduce new skills and put them to use on climbs that develop individual skill and technique. We have programs for everyone ranging from those who want a fun initial climbing experience, to those seeking serious expedition skills appropriate for the most demanding high altitude climbs. We also offer solid professional training courses. Our small groups and low student-to-instructor ratio help us meet individual expectations, and help guests progress as quickly as their ambition and ability allow. No Previous experience is required for any of these expeditions. (Climbing Courses Overview)
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Mexico
Mountaineering Leadership & Guide Training (International Wilderness Leadership School)
This course is the most comprehensive climbing program we offer. It is designed to create strong leaders who are safe, efficient, and confident in the mountain environment.(more)
12 & 24 days
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The International Wilderness Leadership School is a division of Alaska Mountain Guides & Climbing school. IWLS leadership programs take place in some of the worlds most alluring wilderness areas and include technical training in: alpine mountaineering, sea kayaking, rafting, canoeing, rock and ice climbing, backcountry skiing/ snowboarding, backpacking and more. We work closely with the Wilderness Education Association (WEA). The WEA was founded by Paul Petzoldt and has been certifying outdoor leaders since 1977. All IWLS courses incorporate the WEA 18-point leadership and decision-making curriculum. (Climbing Courses Overview)
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Alaska
Mountaineering Leadership & Guide Training (International Wilderness Leadership School)
This course is the most comprehensive climbing program we offer. It is designed to create strong leaders who are safe, efficient, and confident in the mountain environment.(more)
12 & 24 days
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Utah
Rock & Ice Leadership & Guide Training (International Wilderness Leadership School)
This course is the most comprehensive climbing programs we offer. It is designed to create strong leaders who are safe, efficient, and confident in the mountain environment.(more)
12 & 24 days
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Mexico
Mountaineering Leadership & Guide Training (International Wilderness Leadership School)
This course is the most comprehensive climbing program we offer. It is designed to create strong leaders who are safe, efficient, and confident in the mountain environment.(more)
12 & 24 days
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