Thursday, February 9, 2012

CMC's Winter Schools Include Snowshoeing, Ice Climbing and More

Winter Jump Snow

The CMC has winter schools coming up in all kinds of activities and locations around the state.  Check out some of these offerings and call our office (303-279-3080) to sign up.

Sponsoring Group: Pikes Peak  
Pikes Peak Group (Col Springs) Introduction to Avalanche Class
 
Sponsoring Group: Denver  
The Technical Ice Climbing School (TICS) is designed for members who wish to extend their rock climbing skills to high angle ice found in mountain couloirs, frozen waterfalls, and on expedition climbs. Prerequisites and authorization code required.
 
Sponsoring Group: Pikes Peak  
The Pikes Peak Group Technical Ice Climbing School will teach individuals the advanced skills needed to increase their ice climbing abilities. The goal will be to climb above class 3 and lead up to class 3 ice.
 
Sponsoring Group: Denver  
If you currently venture into the backcountry on touring skis, have witnessed telly skiers carving sweet s-turns down slopes or thru the trees, and have wondered to yourself “can I do that”, well we’re here to tell you that yes, you can!
 
Sponsoring Group: Denver  
Topics include group dynamics and leadership styles, leader responsibilities, liability issues, medical concerns, environmental concerns, planning a trip, screening potential trip participants, organizing the group, and carrying out a safe trip. Read More
 
Sponsoring Group: Boulder  
 Join us at the Boulder Group clubroom at 7pm to find out all about the spring/summer schools. School Directors will be present to answer questions.
 
Sponsoring Group: Pikes Peak  
Pikes Peak Group annual Winter Wilderness Skills Class.
 
Sponsoring Group: Denver  
Wilderness First Aid training for CMC TRIP LEADERS - March 2012
 
Sponsoring Group: Denver  
Wilderness First Aid training for CMC NON-LEADERS - March 2012
 
Sponsoring Group: Boulder  
Concerned about what to do if you unexpectedly have to spend the night in the outdoors? What are the ten essentials and why do we need them? This course covers trip planning, essential equipment, clothing, Leave No Trace principles, weather, etc.
 
Sponsoring Group: Pikes Peak  
Pikes Peak Group annual Advanced Backcountry Ski class.
 
Sponsoring Group: Denver  
Basic Mountaineering School (BMS) provides you with the skills needed to participate safely on non-glaciated CMC mountaineering climbs within Colorado in all weather conditions. Read More
 
Sponsoring Group: Pikes Peak  
This course covers the introductory information and skills needed for safe travel in the Colorado wilderness. This course is one of three to take towards earning a PPG-CMC BMS Wilderness Trekking Certificate.
 
Visit www.cmc.org/schools for more info.

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