Splitboard Mountaineering Course

Evolve Your Splitboard Mountaineering with Our 4-Day Course on Mount Baker Unlock the Skills to Climb and Splitboard Glaciated Cascadian Volcanoes Join us for an immersive 4-day Splitboard Mountaineering Course on Mount Baker or in the stunning North Cascades National Park. Over 3 nights and 4 days, you’ll learn, practice, and apply essential skills for climbing and splitboarding Glaciated Cascadian volcanoes such as Mount Baker, Mount Rainier, and Glacier Peak, as well as peaks worldwide. Explore pristine runs around the Coleman-Deming Glaciers, the Squak Glacier, and the Boulder Glacier, with ample opportunities to lead the group and receive real-time feedback from our experienced guides. The course culminates in a summit attempt of Mount Baker. Course Highlights Ideal Learning Environment: Experience hands-on training in the beautiful, glaciated terrain of Mount Baker and the North Cascades. Experienced Guides: Receive expert instruction and feedback to develop your splitboard specific mountaineering skills. No ski anchors here Real-Time Skill Application: Lead group sessions and apply your skills in real-world scenarios. Join Us for a Transformative Splitboard Mountaineering Experience Elevate your splitboarding skills with our comprehensive 4-day course. Whether you're aiming to conquer Cascadian volcanoes or peaks around the world, this course provides the foundation and advanced techniques you need. Register now to secure your spot and embark on a transformative mountain adventure.     Learning Outcomes Glacier Travel: Master techniques for safe and efficient glacier travel by navigating around and avoiding crevasses, understanding tension and compression zones, and accumulation and ablation zones. Crevasse Rescue: Learn and practice crevasse rescue to ensure safety in glaciated terrain by practicing and performing 3:1, 5:1, and 6:1 mechanical advantage Snow Anchors: Understand how to construct and use snow anchors for various mountaineering applications. Our split specific anchors have been developed onsite in house and are not found anywhere else.  Knots & Hitches: Gain proficiency in essential knots and hitches used in mountaineering.  Rope Use: Learn to use ropes while riding on belay and rappeling effectively while descending steep slopes. Self-Arrest: Develop the ability to self-arrest on steep snow and ice while snowboarding or cramponing. Winter Camping: Acquire the skills for setting up and living comfortably in a winter camp by staying warm and dry, well hydrated, and fed well. Secure Riding Movement: Enhance your riding technique to handle variable snow conditions confidently. Best for This course is best suited for individuals with a strong intermediate or higher level of skiing and skinning ability, comfortable skiing or riding with a backpack, and a moderate or above level of fitness. Participants should be prepared to: Ascend 4,700 Vertical Feet: Climb 4,700 vertical feet over 4 miles in a day. Cover 7,200 Vertical Feet: Ascend a total of 7,200 vertical feet over 12 miles round trip throughout the course. Ski or Ride with a Backpack: Be comfortable carrying a backpack while skiing or riding. Maintain Fitness for 4 Days: Have the stamina and fitness for 4 consecutive days of mountain activity.     Gear List Clothing Base Layer Men’s Women’s Thermal Bottom O.R. Alpine Onset Bottoms O.R. Alpine Onset Bottoms Thermal Top O.R. Alpine Onset Crew O.R. Echo L/S Tee Ski Socks Mid Layer Men’s Women’s Soft Shell O.R. Ferrosi Hooded Jacket O.R. Ferrosi Hooded Jacket Fleece Jacket O.R. Vigor Plus Fleece Hoody O.R. Vigor Plus Fleece Hoody Outerwear Men’s Women’s Lightweight Waterproof Jacket O.R. Motive Ascentshell O.R. Motive Ascentshell Lightweight Waterproof Pants O.R. Skyward II Pants O.R. Skyward II Pants Softshell Pants (Springtime only) O.R. Cirque Pants O.R. Trailbreaker II Pants Warm Hat, Beanie O.R. Beanies O.R. Beanies Sun Hat, Ball Cap, or Visor O.R. Swift Cap O.R. Swift Cap Lightweight Gloves (warmer weather) O.R. Extravert Gloves O.R. Storm tracker Gloves Ski Gloves (cold weather & waterproof) O.R. Arete Glove O.R. Arete Gloves Insulation Men’s Women’s Down O.R. Helium Down Jacket O.R. Helium Down Jacket Synthetic Jacket O.R. Helium Insulated Hoody O.R. Helium Insulated Hoody Personal Gear Backpack 45L-60L Ortovox Peak 45L Water Bottles 2 1L Wide Mouth or Hydration system Compactor/ Trash Bag Water Proof Backpack Liner Dinners, Lunches, Breakfasts Easy to prepare & calorie dense Sunglasses Adequate for Snow Travel Goggles w/ Spare Lens or 2nd pair of goggles Low Light and Sunny Lens Sunscreen SPF 25+ Lip Balm SPF 15+ Buff O.R. Echo Ubertube O.R. Echo Ubertube Personal Gear Headlamp Black Diamond Storm Tent 3 season (2-3 person) Black Diamond First Light Sleeping Bag (20 degree or colder) Parsec 20 degree Sleeping Pad w/ repair kit X Therm Inflatable or/both Z Lite Foam Stove MSR Windburner Fuel IsoPropane Canister 8 oz Utensil Spoon/spork Bowl or Cup Fold Flat Bowl Toilet Paper Small Toothbrush/ Paste Medications Hand Sanitizer Technical Equipment Ice Axe Petzl Gully or Ride Boot Crampons (10-12 point) Camp 10 Point Aluminum Lightweight Harness Petzl Tour Helmet (ski touring or downhill skiing rated) No Rock Climbing Helmets Petzl Meteor (4) Locking Carabiners Black Diamond Vapor Lock (4) Non locking carabiners Black Diamond Lite Wire (1) 120 cm dyneema sling Black Diamond Dynex Sling (2) 60 cm loop of cord Shop Local Gear Stores (No REI cord) (1) 6mm x 7m cordolette Shop Local Gear Stores (No REI cord) 17cm – 22cm Ice Screw Black Diamond Ultra Light Ice Screw (1) Guide ATC Black Diamond Guide ATC Ski or Snowboard Gear Skis or Splitboard Weston Backcountry Splits and Skis Ski Boots Ski Poles Black Diamond 3 Piece Poles and Snow Baskets or Traverse 3 Climbing Skins Touring Skins Ski/Splitboard Crampons Binding Specific Ski brakes or removable ski leashes   Avalanche Safety Gear Transceiver/ Beacon Black Diamond Guide BT Beacon Probe (240cm -320cm) Quickdraw 280cm Shovel Transfer Optional Items We highly recommend these but do not require them to participate. Micro Traxion Progress Capture Pulley Ti-Bloc Micro Ascender Notebook and writing utensil Rite in the Rain 374 and Pencil Winter Snow Boots (Parking Lot) Sorel Style Boots Thermos Vacuum Style for Hot Tea or Cocoa Compass Adjustable Declination Altimeter Suunto Watch Map Case or Goggle Protection Zip Loc Maps USGS Quad/ or Phone App Multi tool Sock Liners Water Treatment Aquamira or Steri Pen Dromadary/ Camel Back Down Booties Cancellation Policy It is your responsibility to be familiar with our Payment, Cancellation, and Rescheduling Policies. When you book a trip with Guided Exposure, you are agreeing to our policies outlined here: guidedexposure.com/pages/cancellation-policy