Jonathan Griffith to present at Ice Fest!

We are thrilled to announce that Jonathan Griffith, internationally acclaimed photographer and mountaineer, will be giving a presentation at the Saturday evening events at the Theatre in the Woods. This show will likely be sold out, so be sure to get there early to guarantee yourself a seat.  We also want to give a huge thank you…

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Outdoor Research Demo Gear!

Our headlining sponsor, Outdoor Research will be bringing a huge fleet of demo gear for Ice Festers to try! Not sure what gloves fit you best? Outdoor Research will have plenty to choose from including the heated Stormtracker and Lucent Gloves! These gloves use ALTIHeat™, a rechargeable battery-powered heating system that provides staying power when you’re determined to be…

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Be Sure To Visit The Harvard Cabin!

The Harvard Cabin is owned and maintained by the Harvard University Mountaineering Club! It is located at the base of Huntington Ravine and serves as a base camp for ice climbers, backcountry skiers,  and winter mountaineers. It is heated with a wood stove, and has permanent propane cooking stoves. The cost is $15/person/night to stay…

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Anne Gilbert Chase Is Coming for Ice Fest!

  Good Morning! Today we are psyched to share that Patagonia will be sending Patagonia Alpine Climbing Ambassador Anne Gilbert Chase!  She has climbed around the world including routes in Patagonia, France, Spain, Alaska and Canada. Her impressive climbing resume includes a free ascent of Jaded Lady (IV 5.12a) on Mount Hooker in the Wind River…

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Freddie and Janet Wilkinson Join the Crew!

Ready to learn from the best?  We are excited to announce Freddie and Janet Wilkinson will be guiding with Ice Fest this year! We are so pumped to welcome this powerful climbing duo on board! Janet crushes on rock and ice, and is an accomplished alpinist.  Janet is known for her adventures world wide, but some of…

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