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Crevasse Rescue & Glacier Travel

Develop the skills to travel confidently on glaciers through practical instruction in rope systems, hazard management, route selection, and crevasse rescue techniques. Designed for ski tourers, splitboarders, mountaineers, and alpine adventurers preparing for glaciated terrain.
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Crevasse Rescue & Glacier Travel

Develop the skills to travel confidently on glaciers through practical instruction in rope systems, hazard management, route selection, and crevasse rescue techniques. Designed for ski tourers, splitboarders, mountaineers, and alpine adventurers preparing for glaciated terrain.
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Overview

Learn to travel safely on glaciated terrain

Glaciers are some of the most spectacular environments in the mountains, but they demand knowledge, preparation, and teamwork. This practical course introduces the skills required to travel safely on glaciers while building confidence with rope systems, route selection, and crevasse rescue techniques.

Led by ACMG-certified guides, you’ll learn through hands-on instruction in real mountain terrain, developing the judgement and practical skills needed for future glacier travel.

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Program Details

Season

November to May

Duration

3 Days

Cost

$809
Heli-assisted: $2,629
Includes 1.6 hours of helicopter time.

Perfect For

Ski tourers, splitboarders, mountaineers, and alpine adventurers preparing for glacier travel.

Trip start dates:
Custom courses only minimum 6 guests

All prices are per guest and do not include 5% GST.

Skill Level

Intermediate mountain skills

Course Format

Practical field instruction

Small Groups

Tailored to your group

Heli-Assisted Training

Take your mountain training into remote alpine terrain with helicopter access. Available by arrangement for private groups, with pricing based on course requirements.

More time learning in the mountains

Professional ACMG-certified instruction

Available by arrangement for select courses

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What You'll Learn

Risk management and decision-making

Anchor building

Crevasse rescue techniques

Route selection and hazard recognition

Rope systems and team movement

Glacier travel techniques

Course Outline

Day 1: Rope Skills

01
Meet your guide and review course objectives, equipment, safety and the current avalanche hazard forecast
02
Review knots, rope handling, and essential glacier travel systems
03
Practice building snow and ice anchors
04
Learn hauling systems and mechanical advantage
05
Practice partner rescue and crevasse rescue techniques
06
Review rope systems and prepare for glacier travel

Day 2 & 3: Glacier Travel & Crevasse Rescue

01
Helicopter safety briefing (for heli-assisted courses)
02
Review glacier conditions, avalanche hazard forecast, hazards and the day’s travel plan
03
Travel through glaciated terrain as a roped team
04
Practise route finding and glacier hazard recognition
05
Apply rope management and anchor-building skills in the field
06
Work through crevasse rescue and hauling scenarios
07
Build confidence through repeated practice in real glacier terrain

Real guests. Real stories.

A well organised company with great employees and guides. I was very happy with my experience during the crevasse rescue course. Thank you.
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Jakob A.
A brilliant course with experienced guides. I learnt so much more that I originally expected.
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Rebecca D.
Ontario
Both guides were personable, knowledgeable, and friendly. They were concise with their information and drove it in well. As a backcountry skier/snowboarder/ snowmobiler of 16 years, I absorbed allot more useful information and skills than I expected. I will recommend to my friends!
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Darren Z.
Seattle, Washington, USA
Couldn’t be more happy with this course, guides, and company. Informative, memorable, and though provoking experience. You want to lean more after this!
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Ziggy E.
BC
Bob proved his expertise and shared his knowledge in traveling on glaciers in a thoughtful way. This will keep us safe, efficient and returning home in one piece! Thank you, Revelstoke Ski Touring.
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Bethany C.
Alberta
Revelstoke Ski Touring presented everything we could have asked for and more in their crevasse rescue course, with great insight and practical tips.
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Freddy & Nicole G.
Sask.
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Ideal For

Ski Tourers & Splitboarders

Mountaineers & Alpine Climbers

Those Planning Glacier Travel

Teams Building Rope Skills

Travel Further With Confidence

Glacier travel opens the door to some of the most rewarding mountain terrain, but it requires the right knowledge and skills. Learn from experienced ACMG-certified guides and build the confidence to explore glaciated landscapes safely and responsibly.

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