Canadian ice is renown around the world. The Rockies are home to famous climbs like Professor’s, Cascade, Louise Falls, the Weeping Wall and Polar Circus. Ice arenas like Field, the Ghost River and the Icefields Parkway have hundreds of accessible climbs of all grades. Come out and learn on a short, easy route in a cool canyon or get on a longer multi-pitch climb.
We can customize an ice climbing trip for you or your group. Prices start at $375. Email me for details.
introduction to ice climbing
Ice climbing!
There are several areas near Banff and Canmore that have accessible, easy waterfalls to experience the sport in a safe and fun way. Johnson’s Canyon and The Junkyards are two popular spots that we go to. It is easy for the guides to set up a rope for you and the climbs are short you can get instruction as you climb. Learn about the gear and techniques while enjoying this unique environment.
If you have some experience there are plenty of other single pitch ice climbing venues for you to try as well!
Prices start at $375. Email me for details.
Classic Multi-Pitch Climbs
The Chalice and the Blade
There are multi-pitch climbs galore in this neighbourhood. Pick your difficulty, from Grade 3 to Grade 6, and go chip some ice! Professor’s, Cascade, Louise Falls and climbs in the Field area are some of the more popular routes.
Prices start at $450.
If you are a young adult living in the Bow Valley you may be eligible for one of the ice climbing courses we teach for BanffLife, for more info read on or email Christine at BanffLife. You must be between the ages 18 and 30, and live in the Bow Valley to join these trips.
Banfflife introduction to ice climbing
Ice climbing!
The Canadian Rockies have some of the best ice climbing in the world. Learn the basics of the sport, and get introduced to a whole new world of winter adventure! In a small group you will learn from some of the best climbers/ACMG guides in the Valley. No experience necessary. Cost includes: 1 day of instruction, use of group technical equipment, use of personal climbing equipment (helmet, harness and belay devise) and transportation to climbing site. You must be between the ages 18 and 30, and live in the Bow Valley to join these trips.
2011-2012 Dates: Dec 16, Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 10.
Price: $55. To book email Christine at BanffLife.
BanffLife Ice Skills Development
Erica showing how it's done
Spend one day a week learning the basics techniques for ice climbing, and perfecting it! The Canadian Rocky Mountains are home to some of the best spots for ice climbing. Don’t miss out on learning this exciting sport you can enjoy all winter! In a small group, you will learn from some of the best climbers/ACMG guides in the Valley. No experience necessary. Cost includes: four days of instruction, use of group technical equipment, use of personal climbing equipment and transportation to climbing site. You must be between the ages 18 and 30, and live in the Bow Valley to join these trips.
2011-2012 Dates: First cycle – Jan 5, 11, 18, 25; Second cycle – March 9, 16, 23, 30
Price: $250. To book email Christine at BanffLife.
