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Grant and Cathedral Mountain Guides are so great to climb with and learn from. Such capable guides, and deep knowledge of climbing and the New Hampshire mountains, and beyond. Highly recommended!

AMGA SPI Exam

Had an absolutely amazing time doing the intro to outdoor climbing with Grant as our guide, followed by a private 1:1 outing the next day with Grant as well. Truly a first class experience in all aspects. Highly recommend!

Group Intro to Rock Course - North Conway

This was amazing!! Our guide Jayden was a pro and went above and beyond to find routes that fit everyone's level, giving us a lot of opportunities to try different skills in different contexts and answering all of our millions of questions with patience and expertise. Fun routes in a beautiful place with cool people, what's not to love?

Jenn Duffy Group - Guided Rock Climbing

We had a great time! Jayden was a wonderful guide, and catered the group's trip to our skill level. Would recommend and look forward to booking again. 

Great day for our group of 6 climbers. Our guide Jayden was very competent and kind. He found us routes perfect for our level and we always felt safe. Will be back for sure!

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This course is a one-day introduction to the fundamentals of ice climbing that includes the basics of equipment, technical skills, and climbing movement, as well as a hefty dose of the climbing itself.Ice climbing is tool use, so it can be less intuitive than rock climbing. Luckily, proper technique can be easily learned and a few hours with an expert could literally save you years of trial and error. Get started with a good foundation in a highly informative day, but also super fun day.This course is perfect for folks with rock climbing experience (indoors or outdoors), as well as those who have never been climbing before. &nbsp;Our guides are expert climbers and coaches that will be sure to choose appropriate and fun terrain for your first day out.

North Conway, NH, USA

While we have a few extra things that we can loan out (like belay jackets and extra gloves), you will need to come prepared to be comfortable all day in the cold.

Winter Layering

You will be responsible for getting yourselves to the climbing site (maximum drive time of 30 minutes from North Conway).

Transportation

Like they say, "never expected, but always appreciated".

Guide Gratuity

Any technical gear that you might need to borrow.

Rentals

Intro to Ice Group Dates

Intro to Ice Course

Are you looking to advance your ice climbing ability towards more difficult objectives?Want to learn techniques to help manage the pump on pillars and curtains?Or if you simply looking to climb new, exciting and more challenging terrain, then join Cathedral Mountain Guides and further your experience and understanding of all that the vertical world has to offer. We’ll spend two days immersed in WI 4 and 5 terrain with a focus on you becoming more confident and comfortable when pushing yourself on steep ice.

Day 1 will take place in a cragging environment (likely&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.mountainproject.com/area/107648950/the-flume-franconia-notch">The Flume</a>&nbsp;in Franconia Notch). &nbsp;We will prioritize skills related to efficient movement on steep ice in a top-rope setting. &nbsp;You will try out new techniques, receive guided feedback, and work to keep the pump at bay!On Day 2, we will aim to head to one of the United States’ premier destinations for big, steep ice lines –&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.mountainproject.com/area/105891650/lake-willoughby">Lake Willoughby, Vermont</a>. &nbsp;At “the Lake”, we will put into practice that which we worked on the day before. &nbsp;We will split into two teams and each group will attempt a multi-pitch objective that challenges them appropriately.*The exact itinerary is subject to change and will be based on ice conditions, weather, and other factors that may be out of our control.

Itinerary:

Prerequisites: &nbsp;Solid belaying skills and the&nbsp;ability to comfortably top-rope WI 3. &nbsp;Multi-pitch experience is not required but will help significantly on day 2.Group&nbsp;Size: &nbsp;We’re going to cap it at 4 climbers! &nbsp;On day 2, we will bring in a second guide and split the team in two groups.

Some Details:

Steep Ice Seminar

United States

Cathedral Mountain Guides specializes in providing high-quality, low-ratio, technical climbing experiences in the White Mountains of New Hampshire and beyond.  We are a group of dedicated guides that pull from an incredible wealth of experience, professional training, and local knowledge.  The safety and well-being of both clients and guides is our top priority, every day we operate.

Cathedral Mountain Guides

This course is designed to help you become an independent, competent, and confident outdoor sport climber. Over two full days, we’ll explore the key differences between indoor and outdoor leading, break down decision-making and risk management calculations, discuss the gear involved, and take a deep dive into the technical systems you need to climb safely and efficiently on your own.While there are a lot of options out there for a one-day version of this program, we have found that two days really encourages meaningful skill development. With more time to practice, refine techniques, and build muscle memory, you'll leave with stronger habits and a deeper understanding of the systems and skills that matter most.This course is a great fit if you:<ul><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Are ready to transition from indoor to outdoor leading</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Have climbed outdoors with others but don't yet feel confident with all the skills and decision making to be independent</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Want to travel and sport climb on your own</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Value learning from professional guides who are also dedicated climbers</li></ul>As always, we continue to focus on the lower ratio settings so that we can continue to deliver the personalized coaching that we value so much. As such, this program is limited to just 4 participants.Prerequisites:<ul><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Solid TR belay skills</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Ability to comfortably climb 5.9 indoors</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">At least 6 months of climbing experience</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Previous outdoor climbing experience</li></ul>

Rumney, NH, USA

You'll have to buy your own parking pass for day use on the White Mountain National Forest ($5/vehicle), unless you have an annual Interagency Pass or WMNF pass.

Parking Pass

Rumney is the single greatest sport climbing destination in the Northeast. With easy access, an incredible density of routes, a wide variety of styles and grades, and consistently high-quality climbing, it offers something for everyone, from first-time outdoor leaders to seasoned climbers.Add in a bit of classic New England country charm, close proximity to&nbsp;Boston&nbsp;and&nbsp;Portland, plus a perfect swimming hole just across from the parking lot, and you’ve got a truly special climbing destination.AccommodationsStaying in Rumney is easy and convenient, with options for even style:<ul><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Camp just across the street at the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://americanalpineclub.org/rumney-rattlesnake-campground">Rattlesnake Campground</a> (operated by the American Alpine Club) </li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Stay nearby at the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.barndoorhostel.com/inside">Barn Door Hostel</a> </li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Or choose from a variety of inns and hotels in the nearby Plymouth area</li></ul>Simple, comfortable, and all close to the climbing.

Rumney Rocks!

Private, Custom Sport Climbing Seminar

Two-Day Sport Climbing Seminar

In addition to our private guiding and coaching days (available all season long), we are offering some educational group programming this season.This two-day course is intended to dial in the foundational trad climber skill set. This is perfect for anyone who is looking to begin their trad climbing journey or is looking to dust out the cobwebs after a fair bit of time away from it all. The course will focus on leading routes in a single pitch setting.As always, we continue to focus on the lower ratio settings so that we can continue to deliver the personalized coaching that we value so much. As such, this program is limited to just 4 participants.Prerequisites:<ul><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Lead climbing experience (indoors or outdoors)</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Solid TR belay skills</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Ability to comfortably climb 5.8 indoors</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">At least 6 months of climbing experience</li></ul>

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