White Mountains Ice Climbing Tour

  • Participants

    Age 14 and up

  • Skill level: 1

    Beginner

  • Fitness level: 3

    Moderate

Join REI on this outing to discover the joy of ice climbing in the White Mountains! You'll meet your AMGA-certified instructors at the REI in North Conway before traveling together to a nearby iconic climbing venue. We'll cover all the skills you need to get started climbing vertical ice, including proper belay technique, critical knots, and movement on ice. This class is focused on spending lots of time climbing, with some personalized instruction along the way. REI will provide technical mountaineering boots, crampons, ice tools, and all necessary ice climbing equipment for this great first-time experience.

Gear provided by REI

  • Ice Tool - Ice climbing specific ice axe
  • Insulated Mountaineering Boots
  • Transportation - From REI store to and from the trailhead / class location
  • Group First Aid Kit - Our guides carry a comprehensive first aid kit, but you are welcome to bring any personal first aid-items that you prefer.
  • Climbing Harness
  • Climbing Helmet
  • Dynamic Climbing Rope - At least a 60m rope.

16 sessions available