Ice climbing in Cogne - Valle D'Aosta

Ice climbing in Cogne – Valle D’Aosta

A 3-day internship where you can learn ice climbing

Original price was: 520,00€.Current price is: 450,00€.

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Ice climbing in Cogne cannot be missing from your adventurer CV. On the slopes of Gran Paradiso on the most famous waterfalls in the Aosta Valley: a place that will leave you breathless with the beauty of the ice lines and the variety of shapes. Difficulty for all levels, therefore also suitable for people practicing for the first time.

Programma

DAY 1
– Arrival in the morning at 9:00 am. Choice of itinerary based on conditions. Introduction to materials, progression and safety techniques. Ice tests.
DAY 2
– In-depth analysis of progression and safety techniques for ice climbing. Practical tests of abalakov.
DAY 3
-Progression from lead climbing (only after an evaluation by the guide), climbing techniques and positioning of ice screws. We will continue to climb throughout the day, mastering the knowledge acquired previously.

NOTE:
The course can be carried out not only in Cogne but also in the surrounding valleys. The choice will depend on the ice conditions.

Durata e date

05-06-07 January 2024 (Epiphany)
19-20-21 January 2024
02-03-04 February 2024

MAXIMUM PARTICIPANTS: 6
MINIMUM PARTICIPANTS: 4

Abilità e livello richiesti

La quota comprende

La quota non comprende

Materiale personale necessario

Winter mountain clothing (“onion” clothing, i.e. with various layers to be adjusted based on the temperature, is recommended:
● thermal underwear
● fleece or soft shell type layer
● waterproof jacket
● warm jacket such as a down jacket or similar
● Semi-waterproof trousers in soft-shell membrane or similar
● Waterproof Gore-Tex or similar trousers (not essential)
● Hat or headband
● two pairs of snow gloves (one lighter and more sensitive and one heavier and warmer)
● Sunglasses
● cramponable boots (with insert at least on the heel)
● trekking pole (not essential)
● gaiters (not essential; they protect your pants from crampons)
● Thermos and packed lunch

Gli Istruttori-Accompagnatori

AD collaborates exclusively with IFMGA/UIAGM certified Mountain Guides

Over the years, an excellent relationship of collaboration, trust and friendship has been established with all the guides chosen for our events. We are a guarantee of a professional service carried out safely thanks to the experience of our guides.

FAQ

Domande frequenti

I SUFFER FROM DIZZINESS, IS THIS COURSE SUITABLE FOR ME?

A good portion of the people who enroll in our courses do so with the aim of overcoming dizziness and fear of emptiness. For us it is a great satisfaction to see our students go from the fear of being 2 meters from the ground on the first day to seeing them reach the top of a waterfall. All naturally under the supervision of the guide and secured to a rope.

I DON'T KNOW IF I'M TRAINED OR IN FIT ENOUGH FOR THIS EVENT

Obviously good physical shape allows you to progress faster. But ice climbing can be done at various levels, so much so that it is an activity suitable for anyone with good physical training. During the course we will encourage you to give your best without ever forcing yourself to do what you don’t feel like doing and you will be able to manage the pace and commitment according to your abilities. It is a course, not a climb as an end in itself. You will have the opportunity to recover by alternating educational breaks with physical activity with real ascents.

WHERE DOES THE COURSE TAKE PLACE?

Each of our courses is carried out in complete safety. To ensure an optimal evaluation of the weather conditions and snow cover, our alpine guides will give indications from week to week. This means that you will be able to have precise information from the Wednesday or even from the Friday evening preceding the course. In general, the areas where the course will be held could be: In Valsavarenche, in Cogne or in Valgrisenche.

HOW DO YOU GET TO THE PLACE WHERE THE COURSE TAKES PLACE?

We all meet in a convenient area based on the origin of the participants (organization via WhatsApp group) and we organize ourselves to go with as few cars as possible to the course location. In this way we will be able to use fewer cars, minimizing our environmental impact and saving on fuel and highway costs.

WHAT WILL THE APPOINTMENT TIME BE?

The precise time will be indicated the same week (from 3 days or from the evening before) based on weather and ice conditions

IN CASE OF BAD WEATHER?

In the event of forecasted bad weather and cancellation of a day or of the WE by the guide (unquestionable judgement), a make-up date will be proposed or an indoor lesson will be proposed to allow you to make the most of this experience.

CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS

• BAD WEATHER: The decision regarding the cancellation of an excursion lies with the mountain guide. Winter courses do not necessarily have to be held in the sun. The mountain guide will evaluate the feasibility of the course and the variation of locations from time to time, also being able to foresee part of the activity in a sheltered environment. In case of total cancellation, a recovery date will be established by the mountain guide. In the event of bad weather during the activities, once the course has started, no refund will be provided. We will look for a sheltered environment where we can carry out manoeuvres.
• FAILURE TO PARTICIPATE: if you are unable to participate in one or more course outings due to personal reasons you will not be able to recover the outing and it will not be possible to obtain a refund.
• FAILURE TO REACH THE MINIMUM NUMBER: if the group of participants does not reach the minimum number, you will be entitled to a refund or you can use the fee for any other event. It’s your choice! Possibility of integrating the missing fee to start the course if all participants wish.
• IMPOSSIBILITY TO FIND TECHNICAL EQUIPMENT FOR RENTAL or INAPPROPRIATE EQUIPMENT: it is not possible to receive a refund if you have not found mandatory technical equipment for rent or your equipment is not suitable. In this case we recommend purchasing new equipment.
• OTHER CAUSES: for any other cause of cancellation on your part you are not entitled to a refund.
• COVID OR OTHER ILLNESSES/INJURIES: a refund is not provided due to COVID, various injuries or other illnesses.

No refunds will be made if a member of the group is unable to continue a lesson due to physical level or learning problems; or if the guide decides to go down for reasons due to the capabilities of the group or the weather. The group agrees to respect the unquestionable judgment of the Alpine Guide and that nothing is owed by the organization.

OTHER INFORMATION

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