UPDATE: Ice Axe Self Arrest and Crampon Training

Date: January 27th

Winter Steep Terrain Training

Topic: Ice Axe Self Arrest and Crampon Training

Who: Cross Training for: Sugarloaf Ski Patrol, NorthStar EMS, Franklin

Search & Rescue, MASAR team members.

Locations: Sugarloaf Mountain area:

    Joanie’s Jump on Sugarloaf Mountain

    This location is about 1000 meters hike uphill from the base of the

    Super Quad Lift. Between Tote Road trail and the Timbers Condos.

Time: 8 a.m.- 2 p.m.

8:00 a.m. meet at the base of Super Quad chairlift ready to snowshoe or skis with skins.  

Or

8:30 a.m. meet at the top of Joanie’s Jump (for those who will arrive on skis)

The first half of the training will begin with ice axe self-arrest methods and practice, and other ice axe related techniques.

The second half of the training we will use and practice with crampons.  This training will take place at the same location.  This location will be hillside, so this will increase the difficulty in fitting and adjusting crampons.

There will be some crampons available on site, but it would be best to have equipment that you know fits your boots prior to training.

Bring the following gear if you have it:

Ice Axe, Crampons, Helmet, Harness, Boots, Snowshoes or Skis with Skins (to hike up to the Joanie’s Jump), Warm winter hiking/snow clothing

Lunch

We are approaching the maximum number of people that would make this a good learning and safe experience for all. Please call if you have not signed up for this training session.

If you have any question please contact Al Sleight 207-649-5333.