Learn to Mountaineer
As a major volcanic peak in the Cascade Range, Mt. Shasta is an ideal location to learn and develop the key skills to be a proficient mountaineer and alpine climber. Our 4 and 5-day Mountaineering Seminars build a solid foundation of mountain skills while making a summit climb on one of California’s largest glaciers. Our guides are highly skilled climbers and teachers and are eager to share their experiences with you.
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Basic Mountaineering Day Class
Location | Mt. Shasta- Volcano
Trip Length | 1-Day
Experience Required | No mountaineering experience is necessary . Previous hiking experience is required.
Physical Demand | Must be in good physical condition.
Cost | $275 per person
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Glacier Seminar I: Introduction to Mountaineering
Location | Mt. Shasta- Volcano
Trip Length | 4-Days
Experience Required | No mountaineering experience is required. Previous hiking experience is required. Previous backpacking experience is helpful.
Physical Demand | Prospective climbers should be in excellent physical condition and train diligently for a big challenge.
Cost | $1695 per person
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Women’s Glacier School
Location | Mt. Shasta- Volcano
Trip Length | 4-Days
Experience Required | No mountaineering experience is required. Previous hiking experience is required. Previous backpacking experience is helpful.
Physical Demand | Prospective climbers should be in excellent physical condition and train diligently for a big challenge.
Cost | $1695 per person
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Glacier II: Glacier Travel and Crevasse Rescue
Location | Mt. Shasta- Volcano
Trip Length | 5-Days
Experience Required | Mountaineering experience including crampon/ice axe use is required. Some exposure to basic rope skills like knot tying and belaying is highly recommended. Previous time spent at elevations similar to Shasta is required.
Physical Demand | must be in good physical condition.
Cost | $1795 per person
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Denali Prep Climbing Seminar
Location | Mt. Shasta- Volcano
Trip Length | 5-Days
Experience Required | No mountaineering experience is required. Previous hiking experience is required.
Physical Demand | must be in good physical condition.
Cost | $1895 per person