Try Ice Weekend
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Adventure type
Alberta
Try Ice climbing, learn to rock climb, lead & Multi-Pitch – all in the David Thompson Corridor and Bow Valley, Alberta.
Built upon the belief that adventure can be transformational, let Girth Hitch Guiding take you on a life-affirming journey through the ancient mountains of the Alberta’s Canadian Rockies. Based out of Nordegg, Alberta we thrive on introducing outdoor enthusiasts – from beginners to experts – to our beautiful mountains .
Our approach to guiding is guest-centric and strives to bring the best out of everyone we work with. We believe that mountains are not something to be conquered but rather ancient friends to discover and experience.
Join Tim and his team to find the sweet spot where challenge and growth come together to offer profound opportunities for personal development. At Girth Hitch Guiding we embrace failure and success while fostering safe and meaningful experiences in the mountains.
Steep Ice Technique
Expand your ability to climb steep ice. Sharpen your skills while you learn the most efficient way to climb.
Lead Ice
Unlock your potential and take ice climbing to the next level. Take on the adventure of lead climbing ice.
Multi-Pitch Ice Classics
Multi-Pitch climb a classic ice route. Take adventure to the next level.
Banff Multi-Pitch Ice Classics
Multi-Pitch climb a classic ice route in the Banff area. Take adventure to the next level.
The Fox Via Ferrata
This amazing via ferrata climbing route gives intermediate hikers access to a fun rock climbing experience.
Try Rock
Join us for the unforgettable experience of climbing a real rock cliff in the Canadian Rocky Mountains.
Banff Try Rock
Join us for the unforgettable experience of climbing a real rock cliff in Banff National Park.
Lead Rock
Expand your outdoor rock climbing skills while learning to lead climb outside.
Lead Rock Weekends
This two day course includes a high volume of outdoor rock climbing, while expanding your skills in lead climbing and safe falling.
Banff Indigenous Ways: A Mountain Journey
Come walk with us. This Indigenous mountain experience is designed to empower you on a journey towards perspective and connection.
Indigenous Ways: A Mountain Journey
Come walk with us. This Indigenous mountain experience is designed to empower you on a journey towards perspective and connection.
Multi-Pitch Rock Classics
Climb a classic multi-pitch rock route in the Canadian Rocky Mountains!
Rock Safe Weekends
Build a solid foundation in rope rescue. Your climbing team will leave feeling confident to manage unexpected outdoor climbing incidents.
Rock Safe Pro Weekends
Now that you have a solid foundation in rock rescue it’s time to take things to an advanced level. This course focuses on safe and efficient methods to solve complex rescue scenarios.
Multi-Pitch Pro Weekends
Smooth systems make multi-pitch climbing manageable and fun! Take your team’s safety seriously by forming smooth skills that will set you up for success.
Try Alpine Climbing
If you enjoy hiking and scrambling, come try alpine climbing. It might be for you.
Bugaboo Classics
If you want to adventure in Canada’s Alpine Playground, this five day trip is for you. Cross impressive glaciers, climb amazing granite, and summit spectacular spires!
‘Wild Rock’ Cline Tarns Heli-Alpine Camp
This helicopter access, all inclusive alpine camp sets an awe inspiring stage for remote dolomite multi-pitch climbing and an 11000 foot summit.
‘Classic’ Cline Tarns Heli-Alpine Camp
This helicopter access, all inclusive alpine camp sets an awe inspiring stage for remote dolomite multi-pitch climbing and an 11000 foot summit.
Multi-day Alpine Climbing Trips
Alpine climbing from a hut or high camp, these are some of the most amazing climbing experiences.
Trad Lead Weekends
Make the jump from clipping bolts to placing gear! Take your safety seriously by forming smooth skills while pacing gear on lead.
Alpine Skills Weekends
Start alpine climbing with a solid foundation! Learn to manage complex overlapping hazards in dynamic environments.
Alpine Leadership Week
Join us for an unforgettable week of alpine skill development. Refine the your ability to make decisions, and climb in the dynamic alpine environment.
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