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ALPINE CLIMBING

Long before sunrise my muscles are warmed up and my head is clear. My headlamp illuminates the world in front of me and the stars remind me of our place in the universe. I test rock holds for security and place my feet accurately — I ascend through the darkness to sunrise on a summit. There is only one reason to climb through the night to reach a remote peak: desire. If you don’t want it, it won’t happen. Alpine climbing is the most demanding climbing discipline. It requires the highest level of proficiency, blending all the climbing disciplines: rock, snow and ice. But the rewards are also the greatest. Mahoney Alpine Adventures would love to facilitate your apprenticeship in the mountains.

  • The White Mountains, NH
  • Grand Teton National Park, WY
  • The Alaska Range, AK
  • Chamonix France
  • Ecuador Volcanos

Have another destination in mind? Mahoney Alpine Adventures is ready to help you meet your climbing goals. Contact MAA for customized alpine climbing trip information.

The White Mountains, NH

Intro to Mountaineering:

If you have always looked at the distant snowy peaks and wanted to be on top of them, then here is the course for you to get started. You will learn how to take care of yourself in the winter, camp out, travel over snow and ice, how to use an ice axe for self-arrest and climbing, how to use crampons, and how to incorporate a rope for your safety. This course is typically three days long and takes place in Crawford Notch State Park and on Mt Washington. The first day is spent teaching fundamental skills and then practicing what you’ve learned on a moderate climb. The second and third days are spent winter camping on Mt. Washington. We’ll climb one of the gullies in Huntington’s Ravine and if the weather allows complete a winter ascent of Mt Washington.

Private courses are available as well as 3:1 ratios.

Advanced Mountaineering Course:

If you have taken the Intro to Mountaineering course or have been mountaineering on your own and want to bump your experience up to a new level then consider the Advanced Mountaineering course. This course will teach you the skills necessary for undertaking bigger routes in the mountains. You will learn bivy shelter construction such as snow caves and ledge bivy techniques and work on climbing efficiency to move more quickly through the mountains. The White Mountains are the perfect training ground for bigger alpine routes.

Private courses are available as well as 2:1 ratios.

 

Grand Teton National Park:

The Tetons are a mountain range that has inspired generations of climbers. Whether you are seeking its alpine ice climbing or alpine rock climbing the Tetons won’t disappoint you. For ice climbers, the Black Ice Couloir as well as the Enclosure Couloir on the Grand Teton, and the Northwest Couloir on Middle Teton are timeless climbs that still inspire many. For rock climbers, the Complete Exum Ridge, North Ridge and the Petzoldt Ridge on the Grand Teton are classic climbs.

Here are just a few reasons to contact Mahoney Alpine Adventures:

The Grand Traverse: 

It is one of the greatest enchainment in North America with over fifteen thousand feet of climbing and ten summits! It also proves to be one of the greatest climbing achievements. This life changing experience is a true test in mental toughness. It is the ultimate adventure in the Tetons. The climb can take from 1 to 3 days depending on your fitness level, climbing ability, and determination. If you move quickly over third and fourth class terrain and can climb up to 5.7, then this is the adventure for you!

Climb the Grand Teton in a day:

 You’ll want to go to bed early for this one. We’ll meet at 2:00 AM in the parking lot for the start of our 16-hour day. We’ll cover 7000 feet from valley floor to summit. You’ll need to be comfortable moving quickly over third and fourth-class terrain. There are several variations to reach the summit ranging from 5.4 – 5.8 rock climbing. This is another classic Grand Teton National Park experience.

Cathedral Traverse: 

3 summits (Teewinot, Mt Owen, The Grand Teton) all in one day! Now this is something to write home about. We’ll meet at the base of Teewinot and start our adventure in the dark. But gaining elevation as the sun is rising makes the alpine start worth it. We’ll move quickly over third and fourth-class terrain and climb up to 5.7 rock. This is a great challenge for anyone ready to push his or her personal limits and really have a fun day in the mountains!

Alaska:

Denali may be the centerpiece of the Alaska Range but it is surrounded by a lifetime of mixed alpine summits that offer some of the best climbing of that genre in the world. Mt. Hunter, Mt. Huntington, The Mooses Tooth, and Little Switzerland are just a few classics on any alpine climbers list.

Mahoney Alpine Adventures can customize a trip into the Alaska Range to suit any experience level. Spring offers the best conditions in Alaska. It is recommended to allow a minimum of 2 weeks per expedition.

Ecuador:

Climb the volcanos of Chimborazo 6310m  (20,702 ft), Cotopoxi 5897m (19,347 ft), Iliniza Norte 5100m (16,320 ft), Cayambe 5936m (18,996 ft).  Stay in Refugios and have rest days in the laid back town of Banos or see the Indian market in Otavalo.  Climbing in Ecuador is a great way to gain experience at altitude and to experience the unique culture of one of South America’s great mountain countries.

Please contact for MAA for more information and pricing.