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may 19, 2012
Rock I - Intro to Rock Climbing w/ Sierra Mountain Center - Bishop Area, CA.
Our goal is just to have fun and to get you familiar with the basics of climbing which will include; Equipment for climbing. Belaying and equipment handling skills. Movement on stone. Lots of climbing practice.
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may 19-20, 2012
Wilderness First Aid (WFA & CPR) w/ Alpine Skills
Basic first aid skills will be taught in the classroom and practiced hands-on in the wilderness environment. Every backcountry skiing, climbing or mountaineering group should have people trained in wilderness first aid skills because it's only a matter of time in before you will need to put them into use in the backcountry.
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may 20, 2012
Rock ll w/ Sierra Mountain Center - Intro to Multi-Pitch Climbing, Crystal Crag located above Mammoth Lakes, CA.
Once comfortable with climbing, this course takes you to the next level.You should be in fair to good physical condition. We will cover the following topics: review of placing and removing artificial climbing protection, equipment handling skills, the multi pitch system, managing belays, simple anchoring techniques, energy conservation and climbing efficiently on multi-pitch routes.
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may 26-27, 2012
Shasta Summit Climb w/ Alpine Skills
This is a great opportunity to learn important mountaineering techniques and test your stamina on a big mountain. You will learn to build a safe high camp and begin to understand avalanche and rock-fall hazards.
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may 26-28, 2012
Mt. Shasta Hidden Valley Basecamp w/ Alpine Skills
From our basecamp in Hidden Valley, we will choose to ski and ride from a variety of beautiful bowls and routes including Shastina, Shasta West Summit as well as the main summit!
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may 28-30, 2012
Mt. Whitney Mountaineer's Route w/ Sierra Mountain Center - Lone Pine, CA.
Sierra Mountain Center guides Mount Whitney, 14,495 on a regular basis. It is the high point of the lower forty eight states and the goal of many a mountaineer.
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june 2-3, 2012
Wilderness First Responder Recertification. Vail, Colorado
Renew your Wilderness First Responder skills in this 2 day recertification course. Learn from Solo Wilderness Medicine and one of our professionally certified backcountry medicine instructors. Must have current WFR card in grace period for renewal.
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june 2-3, 2012
White Mountain Crest Hike w/ Sierra Mountain Center
Come hike the White Mountains with us. It's an amazing walk, trail-less for the most part, rugged and remote with great views.
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june 3-10, 2012
Wilderness First Responder Course in Vail, Colorado
Apex Mountain School (world renowned Solo's Colorado Wilderness Medicine School) provides this course for outdoor leaders, guides, rangers, hunters and backcountry enthusiasts of all kinds. Learn valuable skills used for evaluating, stabilizing and evacuation for common backcountry injuries and illnesses in remote settings. 7.5 day, 80-hour course. Solo Wilderness First Responder certification on completion.
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june 7-8, 2012
AMGA SPI Course & Exam w/ Sierra Mountain Guides
The program is for current, active rock climbers that have a real desire to teach the rock climbing to novices in a single pitch setting.
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june 9-11, 2012
AMGA SPI Course & Exam w/ Sierra Mountain Guides
The program is for current, active rock climbers that have a real desire to teach the rock climbing to novices in a single pitch setting.
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june 10-17, 2012
Bolivia Mountaineering 2012- Huayna Potosi
Huayna Potosí (19,974 ft/6,088m) is the closest high mountain to La Paz, Bolivia, a city which is surrounded by high mountains, and itself is the highest capital city in the world. The Cordillera Real (Royal Range), is Bolivia's foremost climbing region with eight peaks rising above 6,000m. This trip will be led by Crested Butte Mountain Guides owner and guide, Jayson Simons-Jones, an AMGA Certified Guide, who has climbed, skied, and guided clients on 5 of the 7 continents over the past decade.
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june 12-17, 2012
Mt. Whitney via Cottonwood - Pack Supported w/ Sierra Mountain Center
Take a load off your back and come hike Mt. Whitney with the help of pack support. This 6 day trip crosses over the Sierra Cress at Cottonwood Pass and drops west to the Kern River and loops east to Guitar Lake. It's beautiful!
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june 15-17, 2012
Mount Shuksan with Mountain Gurus
This beautiful peak is one of the finest mountaineering objectives in the North Cascades. The peak presents a moderate challenge within a remarkable alpine environment.
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june 15-17, 2012
Alpine Skills Climbing Clinic w/ Crested Butte Mountain Guides
Learn the basic and fundamental skills for technical alpine climbing on rock and snow over the course of this 3-Day intensive skills clinic. $425/person. Max ratio 1:3.
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june 15-27, 2012
Service Trek to Remote Nepal w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
In June, we join together with the Mount Everest Foundation for Sustainable Development (MEFSD) for a trek into remote Sherpa villages where we help build solar power projects, teach in the local schools, bring medicines and provide health care at local hospitals and engage in cultural preservation projects in ancient shrines.
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june 16-19, 2012
Chamonix Alpine Rock Climbing Course
This 4 day program focuses on the wonders of rock climbing high in the mountains of the French Alps. This is a comprehensive course introducing and refining the movement, rope and protection systems, theory and application of all facets of moving on high alpine multi-pitch rock climbing routes.
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june 21-22, 2012
AMGA SPI Course & Exam w/ Sierra Mountain Guides
The program is for current, active rock climbers that have a real desire to teach the rock climbing to novices in a single pitch setting.
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june 22 - august 11, 2012
Broad Peak w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
Broad Peak is considered to be an "easy"" but very large mountain (world's 12th highest), and it is right across the valley from K2, with incredible views of northern Pakistan & northwest China. We plan to bring our own Sherpas & have a well-qualified leader for this climb: Max Kausch, who is a Pakistan expert & has led climbs to 5 of the world's fourteen highest "8000 meter peaks". Broad Peak was first climbed by Kurt Diemberger in 1957 & since has become one of the "test pieces" of high altitude climbing. Climbing Broad Peak is superb preparation for Everest, not to mention an exciting exploration of the classic Karakoram Glacier & exotic Pakistan & the one-of-a-kind KKH (Karakoram Highway). 50 days in Pakistan. Full Service Cost: $11,850; Basic Climb Cost: Basic Climb Cost: $6250. URGENT NOTE: We need to know by the 15th of May if you will be joining us.
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june 23-25, 2012
AMGA SPI Course & Exam w/ Sierra Mountain Guides
The program is for current, active rock climbers that have a real desire to teach the rock climbing to novices in a single pitch setting.
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june 30 - july 24, 2012
Mustang Ata w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
Our leader Jon Otto has climbed Mustagata 9 times and he speaks perfect English and flawless Chinese. Not only that, but due to Jon's expertise, we have our own private basecamp and separate route on the mountain, following the traditional and nearly forgotten route of famed explorers Eric Shipton and Bill Tilman in 1947. Mustagata is the world's 'easiest' peak of its size because the average slope angle is only 18 degrees, equivalent to a "novice" run. Climbing Mustagata qualifies you for Everest. 25 days in China. Full Service Cost: $4950; Basic Climb Cost: $2450.
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july 6-8, 2012
Mount Baker with Mountain Gurus
Get away from the crowds and join our small group private climb of spectacular Mount Baker with guide Dennis Broadwell.
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july 13-16, 2012
Intro to Mountaineering with Mountain Gurus
Learn the fundamentals of glacier mountaineering on Mount Baker, covering the essential climbing skills needed to travel safely in the mountains.
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july 14-15, 2012
Wilderness First Responder Recertification - Vail, Colorado
Renew your Wilderness First Responder skills in this 2 day recertification course. Learn from Solo Wilderness Medicine and one of our professionally certified backcountry medicine instructors. Must have current WFR card in grace period for renewal.
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july 14-17, 2012
Chamonix Alpine Rock Climbing Course
This 4 day program focuses on the wonders of rock climbing high in the mountains of the French Alps. This is a comprehensive course introducing and refining the movement, rope and protection systems, theory and application of all facets of moving on high alpine multi-pitch rock climbing routes.
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july 14-21, 2012
Argentina Snow Adventure
Join PowderQuest guides for an 8 day off-piste ski and snowboard adventure visiting the top ski areas of Patagonia, Argentina.
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july 15-18, 2012
Chamonix Alpine Ice Climbing Course
This 4 day program focuses on the complete progression of Alpine Ice Climbing and introduces valuable skills for the snow or ice leader to practice and apply these skills in the mountains.
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july 15 to august 4, 2012
Sierra High Hike w/ Sierra Mountain Center
Done the John Muir Trail? Looking for a more difficult route that takes you over the high country of the Sierra rather than through the valleys? Then this trip is for you!
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july 22-28, 2012
Seattle Glacier School w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
7 days in July. Free of cost. No charge. Leader: Dan Mazur is a friendly and accomplished leader who teaches you everything you need to know. Learn glacier climbing and snow camping. Purchase or hire - rent mountaineering equipment at one of the many inexpensive mountain climbing shops in Seattle. After several days of instruction and practice, attempt one of the most glaciated 4000 meter / 14,000 foot high peaks in lower North America.
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july 26-29, 2012
Chamonix Alpine Rock Climbing Course
This 4 day program focuses on the wonders of rock climbing high in the mountains of the French Alps. This is a comprehensive course introducing and refining the movement, rope and protection systems, theory and application of all facets of moving on high alpine multi-pitch rock climbing routes.
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july 26-29, 2012
Chamonix Alpine Ice Climbing Course
This 4 day program focuses on the complete progression of Alpine Ice Climbing and introduces valuable skills for the snow or ice leader to practice and apply these skills in the mountains.
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july 28 to august 3, 2012
Summer Ski Escape
A 7-day off-piste ski and snowboard adventure visiting the best ski resorts in Chile, including a day of catskiing at El Arpa.
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july 30 to august 2, 2012
Chamonix Alpine Rock Climbing Course
This 4 day program focuses on the wonders of rock climbing high in the mountains of the French Alps. This is a comprehensive course introducing and refining the movement, rope and protection systems, theory and application of all facets of moving on high alpine multi-pitch rock climbing routes.
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august 1-9, 2012
Kilimanjaro w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
Kilimanjaro is the highest peak in Africa at 5,895 metres/19,300 feet, is located in Tanzania; an easy and beautiful 9 day trek that offers something for everyone and is a rare opportunity to reach the summit on the uncrowded Umbwe walking route .
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august 3-10, 2012
Ingrid Backstrom Women's Freeride Ski Camp in Chile South America
Join Ingrid Backstrom in beautiful La Parva, Chile for this exclusive summer freeride ski camp for advanced intermediate to advanced female skiers.
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august 4-10, 2012
Ski Chile Instructional
Improve your ski skills with our certified instructors and guides while visiting the top ski resorts of Chile.
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august 4-11, 2012
Chile Heli Skiing w/ Beverly Mountain Guides
Three days of Heli-Skiing / Heli-Snowboarding. Private Helicopter. 4 people – 5 hrs flight time in 3 days. 4 nights lodging, breakfast, daily heli-picnic, and dinners included. (3 nights at our deluxe Lodge and the last night at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, breakfast included).
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august 5-12, 2012
Snowboard Argentina
Join pro snowboarder Shin Campos for an instructional snowboarding adventure to Patagonia Argentina. Open to advanced intermediate riders.
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august 5-14, 2012
Patagonia Powder Tour
Ski the best backcountry in Northern Patagonia on this 10 day guided PowderQuest adventure.
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august 5-18, 2012
Mount Elbrus with Mountain Gurus
Europe's highest mountain, Mount Elbrus is located in the heart of the Caucasus Mountains in Russia. It is one of the famous Seven Summits.
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august 10-12, 2012
Tour du Mont Bland Run w/ Sierra Mountain Guides
. For avid trail runners interested in active mountain vacations: This is the best run you will ever do!
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august 11-18, 2012
Chile Heli Skiing w/ Beverly Mountain Guides
Three days of Heli-Skiing / Heli-Snowboarding. Private Helicopter. 4 people – 5 hrs flight time in 3 days. 4 nights lodging, breakfast, daily heli-picnic, and dinners included. (3 nights at our deluxe Lodge and the last night at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, breakfast included).
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august 11-19, 2012
Cimarra Sur
Ski the best backcountry in Northern Patagonia plus cross over the Andes to summit and ski one of Chile's most active volcanoes.
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august 12-19, 2012
Ski Patagonia
Instructional ski tour for Intermediate skiers looking to improve their powder skiing while visiting the best Argentina ski resorts.
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august 20-25, 2012
The Evolution Loop, Fastpacking w/ Sierra Mountain Guides
This is a 3 day, 50+ mile tour, over 3 high passes and amidst stunning meadows, ridgelines, and lakes.
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august 24-31, 2012
Training Courses in Portillo, Chile w/ Beverly Mountain Guides
Alpine Intrsuctor training course, PSIA-Rocky Mountain-AASI and AIARE L1 course. You need to get your avalanche training and your skiing performance either enhanced or validated in the off-season. This is a chance to get it all done before next season and hone up your skiing skills before the start of the 2012 ski season back in North America.
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august 28 to september 9, 2012
Frontier Las Lenas
12 day adventure for advanced skiers and riders visiting Chile's Valle Nevado, Portillo, El Arpa Cat skiing, plus Las Lenas, Argentina.
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september 2-8, 2012
Termas de Chillan Backcountry Ski Tour, Chile South America
Join PowderQuest guides for a unique 7-day randonee and splitboard adventure on the stunning volcanoes and thermal springs of Chillan, Chile.
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september 2-9, 2012
Patagonia Hut to Hut Touring
Steep ski terrain and epic backcountry hut to hut touring in beautiful Patagonia, Argentina.
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september 2 to october 9, 2012
Shishapangma w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
'Easy' snow climb of the less crowded & lowest of the world's 14 eight thousand meter, 26,000 foot high mountains, located in Tibet near Everest. Led by Arnold Coster who teaches you everything you need to know. Arnold is a 4 time Everest Summitter, & this is his second Shishapangma expedition. Our sherpas are extremely experienced, our food is delicious & our tents & equipment are among the best. Climbing Shishapangma qualifies you for Everest from Tibet, Everest from Nepal and Lhotse. You may wish to combine w/ Cho Oyu to climb Shisha in just 14 days and save 20%. Our last Shishapangma expedition put everyone on the summit! Full Service Cost: $11,850; Basic Climb Cost: $6250. Optional trip to Lhasa, add $2450.
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september 2 to october 9, 2012
Cho Oyo w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
38 days. 'Easy' snow climb of the 6th highest mountain in the world. There is probably no better preparation for climbing Everest. Most accessible of the world's "8,000 meter", 26,000 foot high peaks. 4-time leader Max Kausch is extremely experienced, friendly, and teaches you everything you need to know. Includes top-notch sherpas, delicious food, high-quality tents and excellent equipment. Located beside Everest on the edge of the exotic Tibetan Plateau. Our autumn 2011 expedition was very safe and successful! Full Service Cost: $11,850; Basic Climb Cost: $6250. Optional trip to Lhasa, add $2450.
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september 6-9, 2012
High Sierra Hut to Hut w/ Sierra Mountain Guides
The High Sierra Hut to Hut is a brilliant link up of two trans-Sierra hikes by way of one of the most scenic and remote sections of the John Muir Trail.
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september 22-23, 2012
Wilderness First Aid Course - Vail, Colorado
Wilderness First Aid is a great introduction to the world of wilderness medicine.Over this 2 day course you will learn valuable wilderness medicine training from Solo Colorado Wilderness Medicine and one of our professionally certified backcountry medicine instructors.
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september 22-30, 2012
Chile Volcanos Ski Tour
Ski tour, summit and ski 3 stunning active volcanoes in the Chilean Lake District with certified PowderQuest ski guides.
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september 27-28, 2012
AMGA SPI Course & Exam w/ Sierra Mountain Guides
The program is for current, active rock climbers that have a real desire to teach the rock climbing to novices in a single pitch setting.
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september 29 to october 1, 2012
AMGA SPI Course & Exam w/ Sierra Mountain Guides
The program is for current, active rock climbers that have a real desire to teach the rock climbing to novices in a single pitch setting.
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october 4-5, 2012
AMGA SPI Course & Exam w/ Sierra Mountain Guides
The program is for current, active rock climbers that have a real desire to teach the rock climbing to novices in a single pitch setting.
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october 6-8, 2012
AMGA SPI Course & Exam w/ Sierra Mountain Guides
The program is for current, active rock climbers that have a real desire to teach the rock climbing to novices in a single pitch setting.
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october 9-30, 2012
Everest Glacier School w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
22 days. Looking to acquire mountain skills and high-altitude confidence in a short period of time? Join friendly, patient and accomplished British mountain leaders Raj and Abbey for a fun learning trip to 'easy' 6200 meter Lobuche Peak with stunning views of Everest. They will teach you everything you need to know to climb in the Himalaya. Course includes 3 days of glacier instruction, followed by a slow, cautious, and very educational 2 day Lobuche Peak climb. 3 members have already signed up for October Full Service Cost: $2950. Seven day option: $1450. Add on a fun trek to Everest Basecamp and Kala Pattar for $550.
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october 10-31, 2012
Island Peak w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
Nepal's famous 'easy' 'trekking peak'. Climb to 6000 meters in just one day. Fabulous views of Lhotse south face & Makalu. This trip can be done on its own or combined w/ the Everest basecamp trek, or the Everest Glacier School. Your leader Ang Sangay Sherpa has climbed Island peak 17 times & will teach you everything you need to know. He is highly educated, was raised in this valley, has been to the Hillary School & attended university in Kathmandu. His English is superb; he is very friendly & can explain every detail of the trek and answer all of your questions. 5 members signed up for October, SO THE TRIP IS GOING FORWARD 100% AS PLANNED. Full Service Cost: $2950. Five day option: $1350.
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october 10 to november 7, 2012
Ama Dablam w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
October & November (29 days). Led by Dan Mazur and Max Kausch, our 13th expedition to the most famous rock-ice-snow climb in all Asia. Technical but accomplishable, Ama Dablam is 6800 meters/22,300 feet high and one of the most photographed peaks in the world, just 20 kilometers/12 miles from Everest. In fact, Ama Dablam is known as the 'Matterhorn of the Himalaya' and is perfect for beginner, intermediate and expert rock, ice and snow climbers alike. The climbing route ascends very safe fixed ropes up good solid granite rock, then mixed rock and snow, then steeper snow and some ice to this graceful summit where you can see incredible views of Everest, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Makalu, and Nuptse among others. **Technical grade: While much of Ama Dablam is 'semi-technical' scrambling while attached to fixed ropes, the most difficult moves are only 10 meters/30 feet high and require you to be able to follow (not lead) fixed lines at a climbing grade of French 4, British severe, and North American 5.7. Four members have joined the team. Full Service Cost: $6850; Basic Climb Cost: $2450.
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october 12 to november 2, 2012
Mera Peak w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
22 days. Join Himalayan expert Dan Mazur and friends for this gorgeous walk-climb OF Mount Mera. A beautiful, 'easy', and remote 6500 meter 'trekking peak', with some of the best views of Everest possible. This is a stunning trek through ancient forests alongside raging rivers and across high remote passes. A less visited and unspoiled region of Nepal. 4 members have joined. Full Service Cost: $2950.
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october 12 to november 14, 2012
Barnutse w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
34 days. Led by Dan Mazur and Arnold Coster, our 4th expedition to Nepal's 'easiest' 7000 meter/23,000 foot peak takes you on 'the grand traverse', a giant circle around the Everest region. This trip provides exciting and beautiful challenges for walkers, novice, intermediate and advanced climbers alike. It is really 'four trips in one' thus incorporating several famously stunning walks and big climbs for everyone over high passes through one of Nepal's finest montane forests of hemlock, giant oak trees and mountain valleys and gorges with racing blue rivers. If you are coming to climb, you begin with an 'acclimatization' easy-snow-climb of Mera Peak, a spectacular 6500 meter/21,300 foot 'trekking-peak' with stunning views of Everest. For those seeking to reach for a higher challenge, move on to 7000 meter/ 23,000 foot high Baruntse's spectacular 'easy but high' snow climbing with amazing views of the entire Everest Massif. Along the way, you will be able to cross the towering 5800 meter/19,000 foot high 'Amphu-Labtsa' pass and on the way home walk beneath the Everest Massif, exploring the famous Khumbu Valley and stay in comfortable, luxurious teahouses for the last part of the trip. In case you are a novice, Dan will teach you everything you need to know about climbing safely in the Himalaya. Four trips for the price of one. Climbing Baruntse could qualify you for Everest. Our most recent expedition to Baruntse last October put 11 members and 6 sherpas on the summit in all safety. 4 members are currently signed. Full Service Cost: $7,650.
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october 15-31, 2012
Everest Base Camp Trek & Island Peak
Join Mountain Gurus as we explore the Everest Region and climb spectacular 20,305 foot Island peak.
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november 4-11, 2012
Wilderness First Responder Course in Vail, Colorado
Apex Mountain School (world renowned Solo's Colorado Wilderness Medicine School) provides this course for outdoor leaders, guides, rangers, hunters and backcountry enthusiasts of all kinds. Learn valuable skills used for evaluating, stabilizing and evacuation for common backcountry injuries and illnesses in remote settings. 7.5 day, 80-hour course. Solo Wilderness First Responder certification on completion.
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november 17-18, 2012
Wilderness First Responder Recertification - Vail, Colorado
Renew your Wilderness First Responder skills in this 2 day recertification course. Learn from Solo Wilderness Medicine and one of our professionally certified backcountry medicine instructors. Must have current WFR card in grace period for renewal.
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november 22 to december 3, 2012
Service Trek to Remote Nepal w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
In June, we join together with the Mount Everest Foundation for Sustainable Development (MEFSD) for a trek into remote Sherpa villages where we help build solar power projects, teach in the local schools, bring medicines and provide health care at local hospitals and engage in cultural preservation projects in ancient shrines.
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january 11-25, 2013
Mount Kilimanjaro with Mountain Gurus
Join host guide Dennis Broadwell on a journey up Mount Kilimanjaro. Enjoy the scenic Machame route while traversing under Kili's steep southern flank.
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february 14-22, 2013
Kilimanjaro w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
Kilimanjaro is the highest peak in Africa at 5,895 metres/19,300 feet, is located in Tanzania; an easy and beautiful 9 day trek that offers something for everyone and is a rare opportunity to reach the summit on the uncrowded Umbwe walking route .
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april 8-29, 2013
Island Peak w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
Nepal's famous 'easy' 'trekking peak'. Climb to 6000 meters in just one day. Fabulous views of Lhotse south face & Makalu. This trip can be done on its own or combined w/ the Everest basecamp trek, or the Everest Glacier School. Your leader Ang Sangay Sherpa has climbed Island peak 17 times & will teach you everything you need to know. He is highly educated, was raised in this valley, has been to the Hillary School & attended university in Kathmandu. His English is superb; he is very friendly & can explain every detail of the trek and answer all of your questions. 5 members signed up for October, SO THE TRIP IS GOING FORWARD 100% AS PLANNED. Full Service Cost: $2950. Five day option: $1350.
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april 8-29, 2013
Everest Glacier School w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
22 days. Looking to acquire mountain skills and high-altitude confidence in a short period of time? Join friendly, patient and accomplished British mountain leaders Raj and Abbey for a fun learning trip to 'easy' 6200 meter Lobuche Peak with stunning views of Everest. They will teach you everything you need to know to climb in the Himalaya. Course includes 3 days of glacier instruction, followed by a slow, cautious, and very educational 2 day Lobuche Peak climb. 3 members have already signed up for October Full Service Cost: $2950. Seven day option: $1450. Add on a fun trek to Everest Basecamp and Kala Pattar for $550.
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april 22 to may 13, 2013
Island Peak w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
Nepal's famous 'easy' 'trekking peak'. Climb to 6000 meters in just one day. Fabulous views of Lhotse south face & Makalu. This trip can be done on its own or combined w/ the Everest basecamp trek, or the Everest Glacier School. Your leader Ang Sangay Sherpa has climbed Island peak 17 times & will teach you everything you need to know. He is highly educated, was raised in this valley, has been to the Hillary School & attended university in Kathmandu. His English is superb; he is very friendly & can explain every detail of the trek and answer all of your questions. 5 members signed up for October, SO THE TRIP IS GOING FORWARD 100% AS PLANNED. Full Service Cost: $2950. Five day option: $1350.
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april 22 to may 13, 2013
Everest Glacier School w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
22 days. Looking to acquire mountain skills and high-altitude confidence in a short period of time? Join friendly, patient and accomplished British mountain leaders Raj and Abbey for a fun learning trip to 'easy' 6200 meter Lobuche Peak with stunning views of Everest. They will teach you everything you need to know to climb in the Himalaya. Course includes 3 days of glacier instruction, followed by a slow, cautious, and very educational 2 day Lobuche Peak climb. 3 members have already signed up for October Full Service Cost: $2950. Seven day option: $1450. Add on a fun trek to Everest Basecamp and Kala Pattar for $550.
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april 22 to may 29, 2013
Cho Oyo w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
38 days. 'Easy' snow climb of the 6th highest mountain in the world. There is probably no better preparation for climbing Everest. Most accessible of the world's "8,000 meter", 26,000 foot high peaks. 4-time leader Max Kausch is extremely experienced, friendly, and teaches you everything you need to know. Includes top-notch sherpas, delicious food, high-quality tents and excellent equipment. Located beside Everest on the edge of the exotic Tibetan Plateau. Our autumn 2011 expedition was very safe and successful! Full Service Cost: $11,850; Basic Climb Cost: $6250. Optional trip to Lhasa, add $2450.
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june 30 - july 24, 2013
Mustang Ata w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
Our leader Jon Otto has climbed Mustagata 9 times and he speaks perfect English and flawless Chinese. Not only that, but due to Jon's expertise, we have our own private basecamp and separate route on the mountain, following the traditional and nearly forgotten route of famed explorers Eric Shipton and Bill Tilman in 1947. Mustagata is the world's 'easiest' peak of its size because the average slope angle is only 18 degrees, equivalent to a "novice" run. Climbing Mustagata qualifies you for Everest. 25 days in China. Full Service Cost: $4950; Basic Climb Cost: $2450.
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september 2 to october 9, 2013
Shishapangma w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
'Easy' snow climb of the less crowded & lowest of the world's 14 eight thousand meter, 26,000 foot high mountains, located in Tibet near Everest. Led by Arnold Coster who teaches you everything you need to know. Arnold is a 4 time Everest Summitter, & this is his second Shishapangma expedition. Our sherpas are extremely experienced, our food is delicious & our tents & equipment are among the best. Climbing Shishapangma qualifies you for Everest from Tibet, Everest from Nepal and Lhotse. You may wish to combine w/ Cho Oyu to climb Shisha in just 14 days and save 20%. Our last Shishapangma expedition put everyone on the summit! Full Service Cost: $11,850; Basic Climb Cost: $6250. Optional trip to Lhasa, add $2450.
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september 2 to october 9, 2013
Cho Oyo w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
38 days. 'Easy' snow climb of the 6th highest mountain in the world. There is probably no better preparation for climbing Everest. Most accessible of the world's "8,000 meter", 26,000 foot high peaks. 4-time leader Max Kausch is extremely experienced, friendly, and teaches you everything you need to know. Includes top-notch sherpas, delicious food, high-quality tents and excellent equipment. Located beside Everest on the edge of the exotic Tibetan Plateau. Our autumn 2011 expedition was very safe and successful! Full Service Cost: $11,850; Basic Climb Cost: $6250. Optional trip to Lhasa, add $2450.
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october 10 to november 7, 2013
Ama Dablam w/ SummitClimb/SummitTrek
October & November (29 days). Led by Dan Mazur and Max Kausch, our 13th expedition to the most famous rock-ice-snow climb in all Asia. Technical but accomplishable, Ama Dablam is 6800 meters/22,300 feet high and one of the most photographed peaks in the world, just 20 kilometers/12 miles from Everest. In fact, Ama Dablam is known as the 'Matterhorn of the Himalaya' and is perfect for beginner, intermediate and expert rock, ice and snow climbers alike. The climbing route ascends very safe fixed ropes up good solid granite rock, then mixed rock and snow, then steeper snow and some ice to this graceful summit where you can see incredible views of Everest, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Makalu, and Nuptse among others. **Technical grade: While much of Ama Dablam is 'semi-technical' scrambling while attached to fixed ropes, the most difficult moves are only 10 meters/30 feet high and require you to be able to follow (not lead) fixed lines at a climbing grade of French 4, British severe, and North American 5.7. Four members have joined the team. Full Service Cost: $6850; Basic Climb Cost: $2450.
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