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Guide for Mont Blanc
Jul 14, 2009 @ 13:32
Does anyone have a recommendation for a guide to climb Mont Blanc or a company from whom some climbing equipment could be rented? Thanks
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Does anyone have a recommendation for a guide to climb Mont Blanc or a company from whom some climbing equipment could be rented? Thanks
WelshwizardJul 14, 2009 @ 13:32
WelshwizardJul 14, 2009 @ 13:32
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Re: Guide for Mont Blanc
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Jul 15, 2009 @ 12:21
I used a company called www.chamex.com basecin argentiere, guides are all english speaking and you can rent gear from their shop.
I did the haute route with them and they were great
I did the haute route with them and they were great
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I used a company called www.chamex.com basecin argentiere, guides are all english speaking and you can rent gear from their shop.
I did the haute route with them and they were great
snowmad, Jul 15, 2009 @ 12:21
I did the haute route with them and they were great
snowmad, Jul 15, 2009 @ 12:21
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Jul 15, 2009 @ 12:32
Send a message to guidesource. He should be able to help you. Here is one of his ads on glocals for climbing in Chamonix:
GLACIER TREKKING AND TRAININGs - July - August
GuideSource offers a unique, one-day outing for anyone interested in hiking in glaciated terrain, skiing off-piste in mountainous areas such as the Valley Blanche, preparing for a 4000m peak climb or simply enjoying a beautiful glacier trek.
These outings are not difficult – anyone who can hike can do this! The outings are not designed to be difficult, but fun and educational. On these spectacular days high in the mountains you'll learn:
- how to dress and prepare for traveling in glaciated terrain
- to understand crevasse formation and glacial movement
- how to make the safest & wisest route choices
- proper rope methods and gear requirements
- safe and effective rope team management
- how to build snow and ice anchors
- common mistakes made when traveling on glaciers and how to avoid them
- how to extricate a rope team member from a crevasse
During these outings our guides also explain and demonstrate what to do if a member of your party falls into a crevasse or steps through an undetected snowbridge. This day with mountain professionals will prepare you to be a secure, confident and knowledgeable part of a rope team, while helping you develop a judicious approach and preparation for mountain excursions.
Come join us for an amazing day in unforgettable terrain.
Cost: 250chf/person + cost of telepherique (reduced from 250euros)
Dates: Many weekend days July through September (and by special arrangement)
Contact: [email protected]
Check our events Calendar at: www.GuideSource.com
GLACIER TREKKING AND TRAININGs - July - August
GuideSource offers a unique, one-day outing for anyone interested in hiking in glaciated terrain, skiing off-piste in mountainous areas such as the Valley Blanche, preparing for a 4000m peak climb or simply enjoying a beautiful glacier trek.
These outings are not difficult – anyone who can hike can do this! The outings are not designed to be difficult, but fun and educational. On these spectacular days high in the mountains you'll learn:
- how to dress and prepare for traveling in glaciated terrain
- to understand crevasse formation and glacial movement
- how to make the safest & wisest route choices
- proper rope methods and gear requirements
- safe and effective rope team management
- how to build snow and ice anchors
- common mistakes made when traveling on glaciers and how to avoid them
- how to extricate a rope team member from a crevasse
During these outings our guides also explain and demonstrate what to do if a member of your party falls into a crevasse or steps through an undetected snowbridge. This day with mountain professionals will prepare you to be a secure, confident and knowledgeable part of a rope team, while helping you develop a judicious approach and preparation for mountain excursions.
Come join us for an amazing day in unforgettable terrain.
Cost: 250chf/person + cost of telepherique (reduced from 250euros)
Dates: Many weekend days July through September (and by special arrangement)
Contact: [email protected]
Check our events Calendar at: www.GuideSource.com
The text you are quoting:
Send a message to guidesource. He should be able to help you. Here is one of his ads on glocals for climbing in Chamonix:
GLACIER TREKKING AND TRAININGs - July - August
GuideSource offers a unique, one-day outing for anyone interested in hiking in glaciated terrain, skiing off-piste in mountainous areas such as the Valley Blanche, preparing for a 4000m peak climb or simply enjoying a beautiful glacier trek.
These outings are not difficult – anyone who can hike can do this! The outings are not designed to be difficult, but fun and educational. On these spectacular days high in the mountains you'll learn:
- how to dress and prepare for traveling in glaciated terrain
- to understand crevasse formation and glacial movement
- how to make the safest & wisest route choices
- proper rope methods and gear requirements
- safe and effective rope team management
- how to build snow and ice anchors
- common mistakes made when traveling on glaciers and how to avoid them
- how to extricate a rope team member from a crevasse
During these outings our guides also explain and demonstrate what to do if a member of your party falls into a crevasse or steps through an undetected snowbridge. This day with mountain professionals will prepare you to be a secure, confident and knowledgeable part of a rope team, while helping you develop a judicious approach and preparation for mountain excursions.
Come join us for an amazing day in unforgettable terrain.
Cost: 250chf/person + cost of telepherique (reduced from 250euros)
Dates: Many weekend days July through September (and by special arrangement)
Contact: [email protected]
Check our events Calendar at: www.GuideSource.com
Verbier, Jul 15, 2009 @ 12:32
GLACIER TREKKING AND TRAININGs - July - August
GuideSource offers a unique, one-day outing for anyone interested in hiking in glaciated terrain, skiing off-piste in mountainous areas such as the Valley Blanche, preparing for a 4000m peak climb or simply enjoying a beautiful glacier trek.
These outings are not difficult – anyone who can hike can do this! The outings are not designed to be difficult, but fun and educational. On these spectacular days high in the mountains you'll learn:
- how to dress and prepare for traveling in glaciated terrain
- to understand crevasse formation and glacial movement
- how to make the safest & wisest route choices
- proper rope methods and gear requirements
- safe and effective rope team management
- how to build snow and ice anchors
- common mistakes made when traveling on glaciers and how to avoid them
- how to extricate a rope team member from a crevasse
During these outings our guides also explain and demonstrate what to do if a member of your party falls into a crevasse or steps through an undetected snowbridge. This day with mountain professionals will prepare you to be a secure, confident and knowledgeable part of a rope team, while helping you develop a judicious approach and preparation for mountain excursions.
Come join us for an amazing day in unforgettable terrain.
Cost: 250chf/person + cost of telepherique (reduced from 250euros)
Dates: Many weekend days July through September (and by special arrangement)
Contact: [email protected]
Check our events Calendar at: www.GuideSource.com
Verbier, Jul 15, 2009 @ 12:32
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