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