Multipitch Ice Climbing in NC
Multipitch Ice in NC
Multipitch Ice in NC
North Carolina Ice Climbing
When winter comes around, North Carolina has excellent ice climbing along the Blue Ridge Mountains. AMI climbing guides can lead you through the experience of climbing technical ice. Experience the thrill of swinging the picks into the ice curtains and stepping up with the crampons on waterfall ice. You will learn the different types of ice climbing gear, techniques of front pointing, flat footing, and swinging an axe, and the proper movement pattern for climbing ice efficiently. AMI can also teach you how to deal with the cold using the proper clothing and pace, how to read the ice, how to recognize the hazards and how to avoid the risks.
Multipitch Ice Climbing
Unbelievably, North Carolina has some long ice routes for multipitch ice climbing adventure. Imagine climbing 800 feet of ice and experiencing the incredible winter views. Climbing long winter ice routes is definitely a challenge you will remember. Ice climbing Instruction from AMI will teach you the techniques required to make long ascent of ice routes. Placing and removing ice screws, creating V- threads, resting and movement skills are all part of the game that multipitch ice climbers need to know. Let AMI teach you how. Check out the photo gallery for some great shots of ice climbing in NC and beyond. Go climb the classic Star Shine on Whitesides Mountain or Let AMI take you up some if the hidden gully climbs.
Logistics
- All ice climbing equipment is provided
- Dates available throughout the week during the winter (conditions dependent)
- Maximum two to three people (depending on location)
- Meet location in Brevard, NC
- You will need to provide food, water and adequate clothing
Cost
Brevard Area
- One person $270
- Two people $355
- Three people $440 (excluding some locations)
If you are interested in a destination trip, check out the trip to New Hampshire.
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Alpine Experience
This is for the hardy outdoor enthusiast. Combine the long multipitch climbing with an overnight bivouac for the ultimate ice climbing experience. This two day experience will blend ice climbing with winter camping for a true winter ice climbing experience. You will spend the morning prepping the equipment. From there, AMI will take you up one of the longer ice climbs alpine style. Time will be spent swinging axes on vertical ice and having fun learning the ropes. Camp will be set up at the summit so you can enjoy a true mountain morning sipping warm java.
The next day will be spent descending and more climbing on ice. This experience will capture the complete winter ice climbing experience; from climbing ice, clothing, bivouacking and winter cooking. This experience is near Asheville and Brevard, North Carolina.
Equipment you’ll need for the trip
- 15° sleeping bag (down preferred)
- Sleeping pad
- Winter clothing (PDF download)
- Head lamp
- 3000-4000 size pack
- 1 liter water bottle with insulating parka
If you need any of this equipment please let us know. Most equipment can be rented.
Cost
$520 for two days, one night
Includes
- Food
- Tent
- Climbing gear
- 2 days climbing, one overnight
- Ice climbing
- Instruction
- Fun
