This is a one day course to provide a basic understanding of crevasse rescue techniques.
Techniques to be covered include: divying the rope for glacier travel, team tractor pull rescue, the basic 2:1 drop loop rescue, the 6:1 rescue system.
The course content can be adapted to the experience level of the group.
The course will emphasize ski travel scenarios.
Previous experience travel in winter is required (snowshoe or ski)
Required Items to Bring:
Harness, helmet, belay device, two identical
non locking
biners, minimum of two locking biners, one
double length
shoulder sling, two 7mm x 5 m prussik cords,
pack sufficient to
carry climbing gear, clothing, lunch, drink
Notes:
Please wait to be contacted by the trip coordinator prior to making your payment using the paypal button. The cost of the course is $130/person.
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Waiver and Membership Requirement
Participation in this activity is subject to you having a current membership and a current signed
ACC Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks Agreement (the “Waiver”), which is signed in conjunction with purchasing/renewing your membership.
A separate Waiver is not required. Your membership Waiver in place at the time of the activity will apply to your participation in this activity. You can review your completed waiver by logging onto your profile at alpineclubofcanada.ca. If your
membership renews prior to the activity taking place, you will be required to agree to a new Waiver upon renewal, this new Waiver will apply to your participation in this activity. By proceeding with the booking, you agree to the foregoing waiver terms. Bookings
without a current Waiver at the time of the activity will be cancelled.
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Registration for this event closed on Sunday, January 03, 2021 at 12:00 AM.