Try Ice Weekend
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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.
From Nordegg With Love
This challenging via ferrata climbing route gives you an opportunity to scale a steep mountain face.
Double Trouble Via Ferrata Adventure
A via ferrata combo that is highly adventurous. Climb The Fox and From Nordegg With Love in the same day.
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 Multi-Pitch Rock
Climb a classic multi-pitch rock route in Banff National Park!
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.
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!
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.
Cline Tarns Indigenous Ways Heli-Hiking Camp
Immerse yourself in the experience of alpine camping. Share the hiking path with an Indigenous guide, who will welcome you to experience the mountains from both a Western and Indigenous perspective.
Multi-day Alpine Climbing Trips
Alpine climbing from a hut or high camp, these are some of the most amazing climbing experiences.
Spring Into Rock
Launch your rock climbing season this spring. This value packed course covers three courses in four days. Rock Safe, Lead Rock, and Trad Leader.
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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