The 12-day Alaska Mountaineering Course is one of the most comprehensive programs we offer. It covers the essentials of the 8-day course and devotes six days to climbing numerous peaks and developing more advanced mountaineering skills. This course is highly demanding and its rewards are significant. It is designed for the very fit beginner and intermediate climber who are serious about acquiring an in-depth mountaineering experience throughout the Alaska Range. Again, please note this course requires excellent physical condition as the small team size moves rapidly and for long periods each day. We will attempt to summit two-four mountains such as: Mt. Francis, Control Tower, Pt. Ferene, Mt. Explorer and Mt. Crosson, honing and improving skills and technique with each new challenge. Completion of this course will put you well on your way to becoming a solid mountaineer.
Course Objectives
All of the objectives of the 6-Day Course in addition to:
Increasing technical knowledge/skills in all aspects of snow and alpine climbing through instruction and numerous climbs.
Developing educated, self-reliant climbers with the ability to evaluate subjective/objective hazards.
Physical Conditioning
In the best interest of personal safety, success and team compatibility, adequate training and excellent physical condition is required. Prior experience carrying a heavy pack for multiple days serves as excellent preparation for this course; Climbers must be able to carry an average of 50-60lbs. Climbers need to be in excellent physical condition for both personal enjoyment and to be an integral team member. We encourage you to contact us so that we may assist you in developing a training program that meets your particular needs.
Comprehensive training information can be found here.
Private Groups
We regularly organize private coursesfor individuals, corporate groups, families and friends. We encourage you to book these courses early as we are often able to cater these programs to group-specific desires. Please contact our office to further discuss the benefits of private courses.
Alpine Ascents International is an authorized concessionaire of Denali National Park.
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