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Intro to Ice Climbing Clinic
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Price per group
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Description
Intro to Ice Climbing Clinic - Wasatch & Uinta Mountains
Your guide will provide step-by-step instruction on moving confidently on ice, using crampons and ice tools, and managing basic rope systems. Early-season trips (November–December) may include snowmobile travel to high-elevation ice flows in the Uinta Range. By the end of the day, participants will have built skills, confidence, and a strong foundation for future ice climbing adventures.
Duration of Adventure
Location / Where to Meet
Climbing locations are selected based on current ice conditions in the Wasatch Range or Uinta Mountains. Specific meeting details will be provided prior to the trip. Early-season outings may require snowmobile access for higher-elevation ice.
Ages & Requirements
- Group Size: 1–4 climbers (private group only)
- Experience Required: None — beginners welcome!
- Minimum age: 8+
What's Included
- Private, hands-on instruction
- All technical climbing gear (ice tools, crampons, ropes) will be provided.
Not Included
- Helmet (available as an add-on)
- Harness (available as an add-on)
- Personal clothing, footwear, and winter layers
- Food and water
- Transportation to the meeting location
What to Bring / Wear
Clothing:
- Base layer (synthetic or wool)
- Insulating mid layer (fleece or puffy jacket)
- Waterproof, windproof shell jacket and pants
- Warm hat / balaclava and neck gaiter
- Gloves: liner + insulated waterproof
- Wool or synthetic socks
Footwear:
Mountaineering boots compatible with crampons
Gear
- Helmet & harness (optional add-ons)
- Backpack for layers, water, and snacks
Accessories:
- Sunglasses or goggles, sunscreen, lip balm
- Water (1–2 L) and snacks
- Optional: hand warmers, thermos, headlamp
ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY The Backcountry Pros LLC
FAQs
Do I need prior ice climbing experience?
No experience is required. This clinic is designed for beginners, and you’ll learn ice climbing and rope skills from scratch.
What will I learn?
You’ll practice basic climbing techniques, rope management, and safety skills to climb ice confidently and safely.
Where do we climb?
Locations are in the Wasatch Range or Uinta Mountains, chosen based on current ice conditions. Early-season trips may require snowmobile access.
Is this physically demanding?
Ice climbing requires moderate fitness, balance, and stamina, but the clinic is beginner-friendly and paced to your comfort.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made more than 30 days before your reservation are eligible to reschedule with no penalty or cancel for a full refund, with the exception of non-private courses, where a minimum of 60 days notice is required for cancellation. Cancellations made within 30 days of your reservation (60 days for courses) are 50% refundable, but may be rescheduled with a 25% fee based on availability. Cancellations made within 7 days of your reservation and “no shows” are non-refundable and there is no option to reschedule.
If an outing is cancelled by The Backcountry Pros LLC due to weather or other reasons, the participant has the option to: reschedule the day, be rewarded with a gift certificate for the value of their outing, or be issued a full refund.
Once an outing starts, no refunds will be given. If less than half of the outing is fulfilled due to weather conditions, the value of half of the outing will be issued as a credit.
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3636 Lora Lee Circle
Cottonwood Heights, UT, 84121
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