Ice Climbing : Fort Carson

Climbing a frozen waterfall is a truly unique and rewarding experience that will inspire and entice as you move upward while balancing on crampons and ice tools. Throughout the day you will learn basic movements and techniques of climbing ice.

Dates: Will be back Winter 2014

Time: 0730 – 1500

Cost: $60

Intermediate Ice Climbing:

Join us at Lincoln Falls on a Friday to avoid the crowds! This amazing frozen waterfall is at the base of Mount Lincoln near Hoosier Pass. Come test your skills on vertical single and multi-pitch ice curtains. We can accommodate your group on any day of the week, just give us a call to schedule.

Dates: Will be back Winter 2014

Time: 0600 – 1700

Cost: $75

Custom Rock or Ice Climbing Clinics

Call us at 526-5198 if you are interested in Custom Rock or Ice Climbing Clinics:

Lead Climbing ($60), Rock or Ice & Snow Anchors ($70), Multi-pitch Rock or Ice ($120 for individuals / $85 per person for a group of 2-3)

Ouray Ice Climbing Weekend:

(Recommended Prerequisite: Beginner Ice Climbing)

Located in the Uncompahgre Gorge in Ouray, Colorado, the Ouray Ice Park was the world’s first park devoted exclusively to the sport of ice climbing. Join the APE guides for a weekend of world-class ice climbing, while staying in the town of Ouray digesting all this unique mountain town has to offer. A trip you won’t soon forget!

Dates: Will be back Winter 2014

Time: Fri. 1600 – Sun. 1900

Cost: $225

Lake City Ice Climbing Weekend:

(Recommended Prerequisite: Beginner Ice Climbing)

If you are tired of following other people’s trails and you don’t mind not seeing another climbing party all day, then this is the spot for you. Buried in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, Lake City is one of the most quaint, beautiful and adventurous areas in the state. This weekend will consist of wild ice climbs, champagne powder bowls and warm nights by the fire. Spend the weekend in the true “wild west” with APE!

Dates: Will be back Winter 2014

Time: Leave 0630 Sat–Return Sun. 19:00

Cost: $225

Avalanche Awareness Class:

With the increased popularity of winter activities such as ice climbing, winter mountaineering, and backcountry skiing/snowboarding many more people are traveling into avalanche terrain. Nearly all avalanches that involve people are triggered by the victims themselves or a member of their party. This is actually good news, it means that if we know how to recognize avalanche danger, we can avoid it. Attending this class will give you an introduction on the following topics: what is avalanche terrain, trip planning, reducing your risks in the field, rescue, avalanche equipment and your next steps.

Dates: Will be back to get ready for winter in 2014

Time: 1730 – 2000

Cost: $5

Customized Trips!

Come into the APE office and chat with our guides about your interests and goals. We will help plan the perfect trip for you and your gang, making all of the arrangements and taking care of all of the logistics. Call 526-3907 for more information.

Registration for all APE programs is through ITR in the Outdoor Recreation Complex, Bldg 2429, or call ITR @ 526-5366.

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