Cost: $1395
Duration: 3 days
Ratio: 2:1, 4 person maximum, 2 person minimum. 1:1 trips are available at a different rate.
Dates: Custom dates available
Prerequisites:
- Previous rock climbing experience. Multipitch experience is strongly recommended.
- Rappelling experience
- Experience using crampons
- Very good physical fitness and able to carry a 40lb backpack for multiple days
- At least 18 years old
Cost Includes:
Climbing Permits
Guide fees
Hot water for meals and drinks while on the mountain
Group & guide equipment including tents, ropes, and cooking gear
Cost Does Not Include:
Transportation
Personal equipment or rentals
Food / drinks
Hotels/lodging/food/beverages before & after the climb
Any expenses due to an early departure (transportation, evacuation fees, extra hotel stays, etc.)
Trip cancellation insurance
Day 1
Meet at Edgeworks Bellevue at 6:00AM to do an equipment check, distribute group gear, and carpool to the trailhead. On the way, we will check in with the National Park Service in Marblemount to get an update on conditions and collect our climbing permit. Once at the trailhead, we will grab our gear and make the approach to high camp. An evening skill session often rounds out the day.
Day 2
Climbing day! Our day starts in the pre-dawn hours with climbing up a small glacier towards the West Ridge. Once we gain the West Ridge notch, we follow a narrow ridge with spectacular climbing to the summit. Descending from the summit involves down-climbing, rappels, and lowers before finally returning to the glacier and camp. This day often takes groups 10-16 hours roundtrip.
Day 3
On day three, we have the option to do a second, smaller climb nearby or enjoy some alpine relaxation before hiking out to the trailhead.
Day 4
You can extend this trip by an additional day to do an ascent of Sahale Peak, Sharkfin Tower, or even the Torment-Forbidden Traverse. Contact us if you want to schedule a custom trip; additional fees apply.
Alternate Option
Day three is our alternate summit day. If weather or conditions do not permit a summit climb on day two, we will attempt to complete the climb on day three, followed by a hike back to the trailhead.
Note: Like any day in the mountains, maintaining flexibility with the itinerary is paramount. There are many things outside of our control such as route conditions, weather, and human factors that could alter the planned itinerary.
Gear List - Alpine Rock Climbing
Rentals
Helmet -- Available for rent or purchase
Harness -- Available for rent or purchase
Tent - Available for rent
Stove - Available for rent
Outdoor Terms & Conditions
This policy applies to ALL Edgeworks programming that occurs outdoors including, but not limited to, Outdoor Climbing School courses and Guiding. Edgeworks has carefully crafted this policy to ensure fairness to both our clients and our guide staff. Our programs have significant pre-departure expenses, including permit fees, equipment preparation, staff training, and scheduling. Please contact us for clarification about this policy.
Payment Timeline
- Full payment is due at the time of booking.
- Twenty-five percent (25%) is considered the trip deposit and is NON-REFUNDABLE.
Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy
When you cancel or reschedule:
- All requests must be made in writing to guiding@edgeworksclimbing.com and be received in our office within the deadlines stated herein.
- If you cancel less than 30 calendar days before the trip, no refund or credit will be issued.
- If you cancel more than 30 calendar days before the trip, the 25% trip deposit is non-refundable.
- If you reschedule more than 30 calendar days before the trip, all fees will be credited to the new trip.
- If you reschedule less than 30 calendar days prior to the trip, it will be treated as a cancellation and no refund will be issued.
- If you ‘no-show’ to a program or any portion of a program, no refund or credit will be issued or pro-rated.
- Once you leave the trailhead or program start area, no refund or credit will be issued for any reason including instances of inclement weather, environmental conditions, personal fitness, or injury.
- We will attempt to accommodate changes and cancellations when necessary, waiving certain fees when feasible. Reschedule requests due to documented injury will receive the most accommodations.
- If it is not possible to reschedule in the foreseeable future, a non-refundable credit will be offered for future trips.
When we cancel or reschedule:
- Edgeworks reserves the right to cancel or reschedule a program at any time for any reason.
- A full refund will be issued.
- We will try to place you in the same program at a later date, if space is available.
Weather Policy
All of our outdoor programs are subject to the weather and environmental conditions that exist on the dates you have chosen. In signing up for a trip, you are agreeing to attempt the program even if conditions are not “ideal.”
- Before the trip begins -- if conditions are deemed unsafe by the guide, we reserve the right to change the venue, itinerary, or activity. If we decide that conditions are unsuitable for any alternative activities, we will work with you to reschedule or refund.
- After your trip begins -- if weather or conditions make the original plan not feasible, you are not entitled to a refund.
Trip Cancellation Insurance
Edgeworks strongly encourages the purchase of trip cancellation insurance that covers losses in the event that illness or injury prevents participation in your chosen program. There are many providers of this service; we have had positive experiences with TravelGuard.com.
Cost Includes
- Group Equipment
- Instruction/Guiding
- Certification, permit, or documentation fees, if applicable
Cost Does Not Include
- Personal Equipment
- Rental Equipment
- Guide Gratuities
- Transportation or Lodging
- Guide transportation on custom trips
We love seeing kids enjoying the outdoors. Edgeworks allows minors to participate in our outdoor programs under the following conditions:
- All forms must be completed by their parent/legal guardian before the activity
- Minors are not allowed on scheduled overnight programs, unless their parent/guardian is also present
Winter & Mountain Programs – Scheduled Courses
- Ages 15 and below - not allowed on scheduled courses/trips
- Age 16-17 – participant’s parent/guardian must be present during the course
Custom Winter & Mountain Events | Family Groups, Scout Groups, Community/School Groups
- At least one parent/guardian must be present at all times
- Age 14+
