Ice Climbing Technical Rescue
Group Type: 4:1
Skill Level: Advanced
Availability: Saturday & Sunday (2 Days)
Seth Timpano, a certified RFR instructor, will teach this 2-day seminar, focusing on technical rescue systems in winter environments and the nuances and challenges they present.
$530 ($500+ $30 Meal + Event Ticket)
Participants must be competent at following WI3+. Some basic knowledge of companion rock rescue will help as well, but is not required.
Students will receive the highest level of education with the most up-to-date devices and techniques, and walk away with vastly improved knowledge and problem-solving skills for winter climbing.
Topics include:
Single and Multipoint Ice Anchor Construction with Ice Screws and V-Threads
Improving Climbing and Leader Efficiency in Multipitch Terrain
Leader and Follower Rescue
Transferring Tensions & Escaping the Belay
Friction Hitches for Winter Environments
Rope Ascension in Winter Environments
Counter-Balance & Tandem Rappels
Various Lowering Techniques
Avalanche Risk Assessment for Ice Climbers