In winter, the snow arrives, and our adventure terrain changes considerably. That's why we need to apply our knowledge.
With this beginner's mountaineering course, you'll learn the techniques to navigate safely on snowy or icy terrain.
Experience it!
Grupos
desde 1 hasta 8
Duración
6 horas cada día
Dificultad
Nivel 1
The Yurok Adventures guide will meet you at the designated meeting point. Your equipment will be provided, and we will have a 1-hour drive to the course location.
The course objectives are: to safely and independently complete mountain hikes on snowy terrain, where the use of a rope is not required.
The course topics are:
- Theoretical: Specific equipment, ice axe, and crampons. Planning a winter outing, meteorology, equipment, cartography, nutrition, personal protective equipment, schedules, etc.
- Practical:
- Progression with ice axe and crampons, different inclines and techniques. Self-arrest, learning, and improvement
- Basic rope use for makeshift belays and snow descents.
All of this content will be covered over the two days of the course.
Price: €115 per person.
Each group consists of a maximum of 6 participants. If the minimum number of 4 participants per day is not reached, the activity will be canceled, and the booked participants will be notified at least 3 days in advance.
The ratio will always be 1 instructor per 6 participants.
A spot is considered reserved once 100% of the activity fee has been paid.
Includes:
-Mountain guide.
-Helmet, harness, crampons, anchor line, auxiliary co-ordinator, descender, three safety carabiners. Dynamic climbing rope, quickdraws, auxiliary co-ordinator, leash, safety carabiners.
-Liability and Accident Insurance.
Not Included:
-Transportation.
-Food and drinks.
ACTIVITY CANCELLATION
See conditions at condiciones generales de actividades
Personal equipment required for the course:
Hiking boots suitable for snow. Winter pants, fleece, and a snow jacket. Preferably a Gorotex jacket or similar fabric. Gloves, a hat, and sunglasses. A small backpack (minimum 25L) with a 1.5-liter water bottle, sunscreen, and a change of clothing.
