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Programs matching location:
"California" |
| Backcountry Skiing - Sierra |
| 2 days |
None |
Sierra Nevada, CA |
December through March; please call. |
| AAI's Intro to Backcountry skiing in the Sierra Nevada, CA. This course is structured to be a introduction to the tools and techniques of off piste skiing and ski touring. |
| Backpacking in the High Sierra |
| 6 Days |
None |
John Muir Wilderness, Eastern Sierra Nevada, CA |
August |
| Join us for a unique trek through the heart of California's High Sierra, a place coined by John Muir himself as the "Range of Light." Logistics are taken care of for you, so you can simply enjoy yourself in this beautiful place. |
| Basic Rock Camp |
| 4 days |
Beginner |
Washington, Nevada, and California |
year-round |
| A four-day intensive course that provides new climbers with a foundation in climbing technique and the principals of technical systems. At the end of the program, climbers will be able to belay, rappel, and set-up their own top-rope systems. |
| Guided Ascents in the Eastern Sierra |
| 2 Days and Up |
Beginner to Advanced |
Eastern Sierra, CA |
Year Round |
| Ever since the days of famous early mountaineers like Clarence King and John Muir, the Eastern Sierra has been known as one of the most serenely beautiful alpine areas in America. |
| Joshua Tree, California |
| 1 Day and Up |
Beginner to Advanced |
Joshua Tree, CA |
October - May |
| Joshua is a true winter playground for climbers of all levels. The area touts high quality rock with sharp edges, abundant cracks, and a very high friction factor. Come enjoy the sun with us while perfecting your technique! |
| Learn to Lead - Introduction to Traditional Rock Leadership |
| 4 days |
Intermediate & Advanced |
Leavenworth, Red Rock, Joshua Tree, Squamish |
Year Round |
| The objective of the Learn to Lead program is to introduce climbers to the techniques required for leading single and multi-pitch traditional rock routes, while advancing technical and movement skills. |
| Mount Whitney Skills & Ascent |
| 3-4 Days (depending on route and acclimatization) |
Beginner & Intermediate |
Eastern Sierra Nevada, CA |
June - September |
| Mount Whitney is the highest peak in the lower 48 states, and boasts several moderate rock climbs and scrambles of excellent quality granite. Avoid the crowds by climbing one of these three moderate alpine climbs. |
| Rock Rescue - Intro and Advanced |
| 2 days, 1-day practicum available upon request |
None |
BC, WA, CA, NV |
Year-round |
| Intro: Build fundamental rescue skills to manage the problems and accidents that frequently confront recreational climbers.
Advanced: Develop a repertoire of techniques for safely reaching, packaging, and transporting victims over high angle terrain. |
| Sierra Intro to Mountaineering |
| 5 Days |
Beginner |
Eastern Sierra, CA |
May through October |
| Gain an introduction to alpine mountaineering in the Sierra and acquire the skills to be a fully competent rope team member on moderate non-glaciated alpine routes. |
| Waterfall Ice Climbing - Sierra Nevada, CA |
| 1 day and up |
All |
Lee Vining Canyon, Sierra, CA |
December through March; please call. |
| AAI's beginner, intermediate, and advanced waterfall ice climbing courses in the Lee Vining canyon, Eastern Sierra, CA. |
| Winter Mountaineering - Sierra (CA) |
| 5 Days |
Beginner |
Sierra Nevada, California |
December through March; please call for dates. |
| Held on Mount Whitney, the highest peak in the Lower 48, this program is designed to be an introduction to alpine travel and climbing in winter conditions. |
| Winter Mountaineering - Sierra and San Juan Mountains |
| 4 to 8 days (combine with ice climbing and skiing) |
Beginner & Intermediate |
Eastern Sierra, CA and San Juans, CO |
December - March |
| Our complete Winter Mountaineering Course is divided into 3 parts, water ice climbing, winter mountaineering, and backcountry skiing. Participants can take one or all parts over one or several seasons. |
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