Overview
We recommend this program for climbers who would like to brush up on glacier travel skills in preparation for either their own climbs of glaciated peaks or for one of our intermediate - level courses
Course Details
Max Ratio - 5:1 or 10:2 (Students:Guides)
Capacity - 10
Skills Covered
- Snow Anchors
- The Prusik Hitch and other hitches
- Understand the use of varous types of traction/friction devices
- Self-arrest; rappelling, & prusiking
- The concept and application of the self-belay
- Rope management
- Individual & team crevasse rescue techniques
- Set up a Hauling System: Z-pulley (3:1), C-Pulley (2:1) to Complete the 6:1 System
In Himalayan mountaineering, mastering crevasse travel, rescue, and self-rescue skills is paramount due to the unique challenges posed by the region's rugged terrain and unpredictable weather conditions. The Himalayas are notorious for their vast glaciers riddled with hidden crevasses, making the ability to navigate safely and respond swiftly to emergencies imperative for survival.
Moreover, the assessment of changing snow and weather conditions is crucial in mitigating crevasse hazards. Himalayan climbers must continuously evaluate snowpack stability, avalanche risks, and glacier movements to anticipate and adapt to evolving hazards.
Being prepared involves comprehensive training in crevasse rescue techniques, including rope skills, anchor building, and self-extrication methods. Additionally, climbers must stay vigilant, equipped with appropriate gear such as harnesses, ice axes, and crampons, and possess the knowledge to recognize and avoid hazardous terrain features.
We do not make a summit or any pass attempt.
Instead, we maximize our instructional time and dedicate our three days to learning and practicing essential glacier travel skills.
If you would like to add a summit climb, we can arrange on a private basis a skills training session and an ascent on a 6-12 day trip. Please call us to discuss scheduling.
Got a question?
Just call us!
9810619083
or info@skimo.in
This course runs as a public, group outing every other weekend in the summer months. It can also be taught as a private program for you, your family, or a group of friends, with custom dates and length appropriate to your needs. Call us with any questions.