PER A247 — Intermediate Ice Climbing 2 Credits
Introduces equipment, techniques, risk assessment, and mitigation skills associated with lead climbing waterfall ice. Covers techniques to safely and efficiently ascend and descend a multi-pitch ice climb. Covers building appropriate anchors, climbing physics, belaying, protection strategies, rope work, station management, rappelling, and improvised rescue. Special Note: Requires excellent physical condition and the ability to perform comfortably in extremely cold and/or inclement weather. Field sessions include all-day clinics and may involve considerable travel distances from Anchorage. Students may have to purchase or rent additional equipment for this course.