$35.00 – $85.00
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Nipigon Ice Fest – Climbing Clinics
Canada’s longest running, premiere ice climbing festival offers clinics including Beginners, Intermediate, & Mixed climbing!
After a great day of climbing, warm up with the locals at a casual “summit” and get inspired with presentations by outdoor adventurers and climbing enthusiasts, discuss Sunday’s climbing plans, and participate in the gear swap and raffle. So whether you’re a novice, intermediate, or expert – unite, learn, and explore – at the Nipigon Ice Fest.
Clinics
(registration for clinics opens February 2023, limited spaces available)
Beginners Ice Climbing Clinic
Learn the basics of ice climbing and try a variety of routes on beginner/moderate terrain.
Intermediate Ice Climbing Clinic
Climb your way up more challenging terrain and understand the techniques that help you climb on steep ice.
Mixed Climbing Clinic
Experience what it’s like to climb on a mix of rock and ice using your ice axes and crampons as effective tools.
Meeting Place: The Nipigon Legion (102 5th Street).
Climber Check-in begins at 9:00am for ice climbing participants.
Departure time is 10:00am from the Legion for ice climbing participants.
Transportation is not included; you will need to arrange your own way to and from the climbing location.
Costs:
Clinic Registration Fee: $35
(free Nipigon Ice Fest swag included)
Equipment Rentals:
Harness – Free
Helmet – Free
Boots – $20
Crampons – $20
Ice Axes – $20
Full Package – $50
(Boots, Crampons, Ice Axes)
Equipment Rental Details:
Equipment rentals are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. All equipment will be transported to the Legion for the clinic. Any extra gear will be made available to rent at the Legion prior to the outings. Harnesses and Helmets are available at no extra cost by Outdoor Skills And Thrills. Limited supplies, so let us know exactly what you will need when you make your reservation. Boot, Crampon & Ice Axe rentals are provided by:
Outdoor Skills And Thrills – Thunder Bay
The Wilderness Supply – Thunder Bay
Unite – Learn – Explore!
After Submitting your Reservation: Each climber is required to fill out a Registration Form online. Please do this as soon as you’ve submitted your payment. This is to ensure we have all the information needed to provide you with the best possible experience and the properly fitted equipment.
(registration for clinics opens February 2023, limited spaces available)
Select Clinic Type | Beginners, Intermediate, Mixed |
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Boots | Yes, No |
Crampons | Yes, No |
Ice Axes | Yes, No |