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Master essential glacier travel and crevasse rescue skills with expert guides in Conway, New Hampshire. This two-day intensive course prepares you for safe and confident mountaineering adventures.
Master essential glacier travel and crevasse rescue skills with expert guides in Conway, New Hampshire. This two-day intensive course prepares you for safe and confident mountaineering adventures.
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Operated by International Mountain Climbing School · Conway, New Hampshire
Join the International Mountain Climbing School in Conway, New Hampshire, for an intensive two-day Glacier Travel Skills & Crevasse Rescue course designed to elevate your mountaineering capabilities. Under the guidance of seasoned IMCS senior guides, this hands-on experience teaches vital techniques such as knot tying, roped glacier travel, and crevasse rescue protocols. These skills are essential for anyone planning to explore glaciers safely, whether in the rugged peaks of Alaska or the European Alps. Participants start with foundational rope management and glacier navigation exercises before advancing to more complex rescue scenarios that prepare you for real-world challenges. Located in a prime learning environment close to the White Mountains, this course offers climbers an opportunity to train on snowfields that simulate real glacier conditions, blending safety with adventure. Whether you're preparing for your first alpine expedition or sharpening existing skills, this course at Conway sets you up with the confidence and knowledge you need for summer mountaineering trips. With a focus on safety and technique, IMCS creates a supportive learning atmosphere tailored to each participant’s pace and experience, making it an essential step for aspiring or experienced climbers.
No prior glacier travel experience is required, but basic fitness and some familiarity with knots help you keep pace.
Groups are kept small, typically between 4 to 8 participants, to ensure personalized instruction.
Yes, IMCS provides all technical equipment needed, though you are welcome to bring your own.
Cancellations made 14 days before the course receive a full refund; later cancellations receive partial credit.
Lodging is not included, but a list of recommended accommodations in Conway and nearby areas is provided upon booking.
The course runs in most weather conditions; however, severe storms may cause rescheduling for safety.
International Mountain Climbing School operates from Millinocket, Maine, offering guided climbing and mountaineering instruction across the White Mountains and Mount Washington Valley. The school provides a range of private and semi‑private programs, family half‑day and full‑day outings, technical clinics, and multi‑day rock climbing courses designed for climbers at varying skill levels. Guided options include Private Guided Rock Climbing (half‑day and full‑day formats) on Cathedral and Whitehorse Ledge granite, family‑focused climbs, and a Three Day Basic Rock Climbing course that teaches traditional multi‑pitch techniques. Technical clinics emphasize hands‑on skill development: How to Build Top Rope Anchors and Anchor Building and Protection Placement teach anchor systems, gear application, and belay techniques. Advanced courses such as the Self Rescue Course and Alpine Snow and Ice Skills build on foundational knowledge to prepare participants for complex situations and alpine terrain. The Mt. Washington Ascent provides an intensive 8‑hour winter mountaineering experience focused on navigation, crampon use, and self‑arrest. Instruction is delivered in small groups or private formats and is tailored to participant goals, with attention to safety, communication, and practical skill progression. Participants are advised to bring appropriate clothing, water, and lunch when indicated. Featured on The Adventure Collective, International Mountain Climbing School offers a practical, skills‑based lineup of climbing and mountaineering experiences—from beginner clinics to intermediate and advanced alpine training.
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