Crevasse Rescue Course

One-Day Course

Open to all

This 1-day Crevasse Rescue Course takes place near the Mount Baker Ski Area. Having direct access to large snowbanks by car cuts down on the time investment of hiking to a glacier and allows for education in a single day for those who are not able to attend a multi-day glacier course.

  • On this one day course, you will learn the best practices for crevasse rescue. We will go over many scenarios and you will have the opportunity to practice several rescues. You will learn how to complete a self rescue. Come alone or with your partners, and feel confident taking on glaciated terrain.

  • We will meet in the beautiful town of Bellingham and carpool to our practice area. We will be practicing in a very accessible area with less than one mile of walking round trip. Anticipate being in the snow all day.

    • Self rescue

    • Various crevasse rescue techniques and systems

    • Rope management techniques

    • Overview of equipment choices

    • Safe glacier travel practices

  • Meet in Bellingham

    Carpool to practice/simulation area

    Cover curriculum

    Back to cars by 4pm

  • All gear is available through rental services

    Included

    • Ropes

    • Pickets

    Student must bring

    • Harness

    • Clothing - warm outerwear, gloves, shoes appropriate for snow, waterproof outerwear

    • Helmet

    • Three locking carabiners

    • Four non-locking carabiners

    • Belay device

    • 30 feet of accessory cord ( cordelette )

    • Ice Axe

    • Optional: pulley device

    • Optional: micro-traction

  • You will receive an email two weeks prior to the start of the course from your instructor with more information of specific meeting time and location, and confirming gear needs.

Price: $185

Dates:

  • May 26

  • June 13

  • June 27

  • June 29

  • July 12

Difficulty: Beginner

Upward Transitions Institute holds a Temporary Use Permit within Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest and Mt. Baker Ranger District

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