SNOW 3: SNOW AND ICE CLIMBING PROTECTION AND ANCHORS training offers a combination of instruction, demonstration, and guided practice with a professional MAA instructor taught outdoors in a small group setting. Completion will prepare you for success as an advanced level snow climber and help you be better qualified to attend MAA events. We'll do the following:
RECOMMENDED FOR: All current MAA members who have attended the companion online training and/or have completed the prior level outdoor training, or have appropriate experience on their MAA profile.
EVENT LEADER: Darren Shutt, darren@mountainascent.org, (916) 872-3399
DURATION: 9 hours
MEET: Wild Cherries Coffee House, Truckee, CA
WHAT TO BRING: All items on the gear list below
PERSONAL GEAR: Members are encouraged to use your own equipment. If you're missing something, loaner gear may be available. Please let the instructor know if you need something. All paying members receive a retail gear discount at Bobcat's Outdoor Adventure Sports. Brands include ArcTeryx, Black Diamond, Petzl, Mountain Hardwear, La Sportiva, Scarpa, Outdoor Research, MSR, Beal, Garmin and more.
CLOTHING
Wicking, breathable base layer, top and bottom
Insulating, weather-resistant mid layer, top and bottom
Wind and waterproof shell layer, top and bottom
Insulating fill or down belay jacket, w/hood
Socks
Gloves
Gaiters
Warm hat and/or balaclava
EQUIPMENT
Backpack
High energy food, snacks and drinks
Strong headlamp with fresh batteries
Sunscreen
Small personal first aid kit
Optional items for consideration: trekking poles, camera
CLIMBING GEAR
Mountaineering boots
Harness*
Climbing helmet*
Steel crampons, fit to your boots*
Mountain axe or technical hybrid axe
Ice tool, preferably with hammer*
2 locking and 2 non-locking carabiners*
Two tied or sewn runners, 24" to 48"*
16” loop of 4-5mm cord as a prusik*
Cordellette or quad, 5mm - 7mm, 15' - 20'*
Auto-locking belay device*
Ropes, protection, slings* (may be group gear)
*If you are without some of this important safety gear, it may be available for loan upon prior request, first-come, first serve. Please contact the event leader.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Participant safety is our top priority. The itinerary described is the plan; however, circumstances beyond the leader's control may necessitate changes.
The training event begins and ends at the trailhead. MAA does not insure ridesharing or other travel arrangements and bears no responsibility for them. Carpooling, ride sharing, or anything similar is strictly a private arrangement among individuals.
MAA event leaders carry communication devices and a medical kit; The primary event leader has current wilderness first aid and CPR training as well as MAA policy training.
For more information or questions about this training event, please contact the listed event leaders, or connect@mountainascent.org, or (916) 692-0005.
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