For the 2009-2010 season, our ice towers are at the Mt. Sima ski hill, minutes from downtown Whitehorse!
4 Ice Towers 20’ – 60’ joined by curtains of ice for Climbing and Trekking.
Ice Trek = Traverses, Bridges and Tunnels cut into the ice towers. No experience necessary. Trek your way to the top.
Climbing on frozen water is a unique and fascinating experience.
Ice climbers will find a variety of ice formations, grades and routes.
Programs:
Experienced and friendly staff will introduce you to the unique and fascinating experience of climbing on frozen water. The ice wall presents a variety of opportunities and challenges in a beautiful location. Please call to discuss times, dates and options.
Ice Trek:
A guided ice adventure - no prior experience necessary. Using crampons and safety equipment, follow your guide along an ice path of traverses, bridges and tunnels to the top of the ice towers (60 feet high). Includes all equipment, safety briefing and warm space for gearing up. Ages 6+
1 hr. $39pp
Ice Trek & Climb:
Practice footwork on the ice trek, then learn to use ice axes and rope to climb the ice towers. Your friendly guide will lead you through the basics of this unique winter activity. Includes all equipment, instruction and warm space for gearing up. Ages 10+
2 hr. $69pp
Ice Climbing 101:
For beginners, this course includes all gear, technical instruction, warm-up area and belay review. Designed for people intending to climb on their own. Ages 12+
Full Day $99pp
The ice wall presents a variety of opportunities and challenges in a beautiful location minutes from downtown Whitehorse (see map).
Please call to discuss times, dates and options.
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