The Rockies ice climbing season is well under way. Local ice routes in the Bow Valley area are in great shape. The Ghost River is also in great shape with most of the moderate routes in and fat. Routes such as Murchison and Shades of Beauty along the Ice Field Parkway are in good shape for pure ice. 

The mountains around and between Canmore Alberta, west of Galgary, and Jasper Alberta contain 80% of the ice climbing in the Canadian Rockies.  The climbing is world class, easy access and with out the crowds.

 

Andy and Rob on a Kicking Horse
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Lisa topping out on Rogans, Mt. Cascade 		  I have been specializing in Ice climbing Guiding in the Canadian Rockies for 16 winter seasons now and I am still loving it. New routes every year are still being discovered and climbed. Come and join me on one of the Rockies Classics and let experience get you to the top. 

                        Mark Stewart.  Mountain Guide


Cirrus Alpine Guides specialize in custom guided, waterfall ice climbing adventures. We offer the best quality ice routes in the Canadian Rockies. Enjoy a guided ascent on one of the famous classic lines or try a “ sport ice" climbing holiday with a friend.
If you’re looking for ice climbing education check out one of our Ice Craft courses this winter.

Your guide will be an IFMGA/ACMG local ice climbing specialist with many years of experience.

One Day Guided Waterfall Ice Climbs

There are many options for all ages and abilities. The level of climbing difficulty ranges from easy to very difficult, including mixed climbing. Grade 3 to grade 6. Climbs are a short drive from the town you are based in.
$390.00 can per day. Add $50.00 for a second climber.
Ice climbing gear is available. If you do not have a route in mind here’s a list of a few of the best local ice routes around.

Nov through April. Call Mark Stewart to Book 403 678 8567 or e-mail cirrus@shaw.ca

Banff, Canmore, Lake Louise.
-Cascade Falls 300m WI 3
-The Professor Falls 280m WI 3-4
-Louise Falls 110m WI 4-5
-Linda Ice Nine 310m WI 4
-Bourgeau Left 185m WI 5
-Murchison Falls 200m 4+                            -Polar Circus 300m WI 4                            -Weeping Wall 160m WI 4-5                      Field BC, Yoho National Park
-Carlsberg Column 90m WI 5
-Pilsner Pillar 215m WI 6
-Guinness Gully 245m WI 4
-Super Bok 300m WI 5
Kootenay National Park
-Nemesis 160m WI 6
The Ghost River Area
-Malignant Mushroom 55m WI 5
-Valley of The Birds 30-100m WI 3-5
-The Sorcerer 183m WI 5
-Hydrophobia 150m WI 5
-House of Sky 400m WI 3
Experts Choice, 60m grade 6

“Sport Ice” Climbing Holidays

Get together with your friends and try some ice climbing at our local ice crags and canyons. This canyoneering style adventure offers great ice climbing in unique places and is suitable for a small group. There are climbs for beginners to advanced.
$350.00 per day for 1 or 2 climbers.  $500.00 for up to 4 climbers.
Includes all technical gear. Nov through April 2007-08

Ice Climbing Education
Cirrus Alpine Guides specialize in high quality personalized ice climbing and mixed climbing instruction. 2:1 client/guide ratio only. Cost: $350.00 for one or two climbers per day.
We have many years of experience instructing and coaching beginners to experts. Shorten your learning curve by years and learn safe, modern techniques used by professional climbing guides.

Ice Craft - 1 or 2 Day

For introductory or advanced ice climbing skills. We custom fit a program that suits your abilities and needs.
Introduction to climbing hardware, flat foot, low angle climbing techniques, belaying,  anchor building, protection placement, hazard awareness, steep and mixed climbing techniques, snow safety. Practice skills while you climb one of the local "Classic Ice Routes".

You won’t believe how exciting this is until you try it, held in Canmore, Banff or Lake Louise Alberta.
Dates: Dec through April 2007-08. Book any time.
 

  
Rodger on Little Bourgeau, 60m grade 4.  A first accent in the Canadian Rockies 2004

Ice Craft - 4 Day
A four day comprehensive advanced ice climbing course. 2/1 client/guide ratio. For any ice climbers who wish to develop or improve leading skills and climb more committing and harder routes.

We cover advanced movement skills and mixed climbing, lead climbing and leading strategies; anchor building and evaluation; rope systems, snow safety and ice hazard recognition and management. One day at the crag, three days of multi-pitch climbing.
This course is based out of the Castle Mountain Youth Hostel between Banff and Lake Louise and includes three nights' accommodation, all technical gear and instruction. You must provide your own food and transportation.


Dates: 2007-08 Dec 22-25, 29-Jan 1. Jan 26-29. Feb 9-12. March 1-4.
$850.00 per person with accommodation.  $750.00 per person instruction only. Based on 2 climbers per instructor.

If you have any questions or would like to receive a logistics package or need more information call or e-mail Mark Stewart at CIRRUS Alpine Guides Tel 403-678-8567 cirrus@shaw.ca


CIRRUS Alpine Guides
Canmore, Alberta, Canada
  Tel: (403) 678 8567  Fax: (403) 609 6667
e-mail: cirrus@shaw.ca