GLACIER TRAVEL & CREVASSE RESCUE
GLACIER TRAVEL & CREVASSE RESCUE
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Learn how to properly navigate a glacier while roped up and how to perform a crevasse rescue if needed.
WHO IT'S FOR
Mountaineers who want to learn or review crevasse rescue procedures.
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GOALS
Learn how to navigate a glacier safely, arrest a fall, and perform a crevasse rescue.
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DURATION
One day
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GUIDING RATIO
1:6 maximum
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EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Basic knowledge of essential knots and roping techniques.
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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
Mountaineering gear: features and proper use
Basic knot-tying
Rope team tying methods
Setting up anchors on snow and ice
Crevasse rescue techniques
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COST
Fom €550
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DATES
Summer 2025 on demand
SCHEDULE
Meet with the guide for an equipment check and a briefing on the day’s activities, then transfer to the starting point. Gear overview, essential knots and rope team tying technique review. Hands-on practice in fall arrest and crevasse rescue techniques.
Note: This itinerary is subject to change based on weather and environmental conditions. Meeting time and location will be confirmed upon registration.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL EQUIPMENT*: Helmet; harness; 12-point crampons with anti-balling plates; classic ice axe; 2 HMS carabiners with wide base and locking mechanism; 3 D-shaped carabiners with locking mechanism; belay/rappel device; 1 100cm Kevlar sling; 1 200cm Kevlar sling; 1 350cm Kevlar sling.
If you already own them, feel free to bring pulleys and mechanical ascenders (like a Micro Traxion or T-block), along with the rope you typically use for glacier travel.
CLOTHING: Mountaineering boots; technical underwear; fleece; Gore-Tex jacket or similar; down jacket; pants in Schoeller or similar (+1 spare pair of pants); at least two pairs of gloves; hat; sunglasses (min. category 3); sunscreen.
OTHER: 30/40L backpack; 1L water bottle/thermos; snacks.
NOTE: If you have any doubts about your personal equipment or need to make purchases for the course, feel free to contact me. I'll be happy to help you choose the most suitable products for your needs.
*Rental of missing equipment is included in the fee, subject to availability.
COST
FROM 1 TO 4 PEOPLE: € 550
FROM 5 TO 6 PEOPLE: € 650
INCLUDED OR NOT
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE: Instruction and support from the guide, rental of any missing technical gear, and use of shared equipment.
NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE: Travel expenses to the location, lift costs, hut or other accommodation with half board both for the participants and the guide (costs will be shared among participants), technical equipment, extras, and anything not listed under "included in the price."
RESERVATION
To confirm your reservation, a deposit is required.
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