Mt. Adams, at 12,276', is the second highest peak in Washington State. Like Mt. Rainier to the north, Mt. Adams offers a wealth of climbing terrain and is is the perfect training ground for climbers looking to develop their mountaineering skills in pursuit of bigger peaks such as McKinley, Aconcagua or the Himalayas.

The goal of the Mt. Adams Expedition Skills Seminar is to build a solid mountaineering foundation for climbers while making a summit attempt via either the North Ridge or the Adams Glacier. The route we choose will depend on route conditions, but the ascent will put our training to the test.

This program starts with a Pre-Trip Preparation and Training Day followed by five days of expedition style climbing.  Days are spent in demonstration and practice of snow and ice climbing techniques including: self and team ice-axe arrest, cramponing, belaying, rappelling, roped glacier travel, route finding, anchors, crevasse rescue and technical (high angle) ice climbing. Evenings are devoted to lectures and group discussions covering various mountain-related topics.

Expedition Skills Seminar - Mt. Adams   $1,395

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As you prepare for your upcoming adventure please feel free to contact our office and speak directly to one of our experienced guides regarding equipment, conditioning, the route, or any other questions you may have about our programs. We are available Monday thru Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at (888) 89-CLIMB or info@rmiguides.com.

This is a program organized and led by Rainier Mountaineering, Inc. under contract with Northwest Mountain School (NMS). NMS is an authorized permit holder for guiding in the Gifford-Pinchot National Forest.

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