Glacier Skills Clinic

Who is the Glacier Skills Clinic for?
This clinic is perfect for those who want to learn the skills necessary to travel safely in glaciated terrain. Previous personal climbing experience or completion of our Basic Mountaineering Lesson is required.

What will I learn on the Glacier Skills Clinic?
This course teaches the skills for travelling safely on glaciated terrain: how to tie into the rope, how to climb roped together, simple belays, how to self arrest, snow anchors, rope ascending and basic crevasse rescue techniques.

When is the Glacier Skills Clinic held?
This course runs every day from late fall through early spring. You can schedule it any day you want by calling our toll free reservation line 603-444-1039

How big are the classes for the Glacier Skills Clinic?
Our standard group instruction is taught with a maximum of three clients with one instructor. We keep our ratios low so that you get personal attention. If you book in for a group lesson as an individual or a party of two, we may match you with someone else if it is appropriate.

How do I sign up for the Glacier Skills Clinic?
Signing up is as easy as calling our reservation and information line at 603-444-1039. or When you call we will answer any questions you have about our programs and then take down all the information we need to sign you up. We take payment at the time of the reservation via a credit card--though other payment options may be available. To ensure that you get the day you want, try to give us as much notice as possible--a couple of weeks is usually sufficient (we may be able to accommodate you with much less notice so if your schedule opens up and you want to climb, just give us a call.)

What personal equipment does Climb On, Inc provide?
We provide all the technical equipment including a harness, helmet, mountaineering boots, crampons and ice axes.

What hours does the course run and how is the day structured?
We meet for the course at 7:30 AM and usually finishes up between 3:00 and 4:00 PM. After a few minutes in the morning making sure we have the proper equipment we will head out to the climbs. We will be busy climbing all day.

Do I need to be young and fit to take the Glacier Skills Clinic?
If you are eager to learn, enthusiastic and in reasonably good shape, we can teach you the skills.

Can children take the Glacier Skills Clinic?
Children 15 and over may sign up for the Glacier Skills Clinic without restriction. If you have a child 12-14 years old give us call to see what would be appropriate. We're sorry, but the Glacier Skills Clinic is not available for children under 12.

What do I need to Bring?
Clothing is an important part of our winter programs and being properly prepared is essential. Some specific items are required to participate, Please check here for a complete gear list.

How much does the course cost?
Price per person is $225.