Outdoor Research: 2015 Headlining Sponsor

Outdoor Research is coming back to the 2015 Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest, and will be our headlining sponsor! We freakin’ LOVE this company. They believe  “that life gets better the minute we step out the door on a new adventure, no matter how big or small.” We couldn’t agree more and we love how…

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Sneak Peak at the OR Glove Fleet!

Need to update your glove system for ice climbing? Outdoor research is bringing a boatload of gloves for you to try out! We wanted to give you a sneak peak at their demo fleet, and highlight a few of our favorites! The Alpine Alibi II Gloves are designed to give you serious warmth without compromising dexterity. They…

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Snow & Ice Anchors AND Alpine Skills!

Want to become more solid on your snow and ice anchors?  Or do you want to climb a classic gulley during the Ice Fest like Willey’s Slide?  Well then listen up!  The courses below are for you!  In fact taking the Snow & Ice Anchors Clinic, and then the the Alpine Snow & Ice Skills…

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Learn how to Mixed Climb with the Masters!

Odds are, you’ve started hearing more and more about mixed climbing over the last few years. From long alpine routes to short, steep overhanging walls, the limits of this style of climbing are getting pushed further and further all the time. If you have ever thought about giving mixed climbing a try, we are offering…

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It’s STEEP ICE Time!

Today is Steep Ice Tuesday!  We’re highlighting the Steep Ice clinics that are being offered during the Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest! Now that your comfortable on Grade 3 ice, it’s time to move on to the steep stuff. Learn how to move smoothly, without getting pumped! Vertical ice takes on many forms – mushrooms,…

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