Basic Mountaineering Seminar

Features of This Seminar

- 7 days, 6 nights: 2 days of instruction, rock climbing and ..rappelling around our Camp Sheppard High Adventure Base.
- 3 days of instruction and climbing mostly above timberline, 2 ..days travel from home and back.
- Choose 1 of 5 peaks: Mt. Baker, Mt. Shuksan, Mt. Stuart, Mt. ..Saint Helens or Mt. Adams.
- 60’ high Ranger Rock
- Boulder Alley
- North Bend Rocks
- Highest elevation, 12,281’ summit of Mt. Adams, 2nd highest ..in the state.
- Backcountry and alpine travel distance- 12 miles
- Ranger Award experience
- Heated cabins and bathrooms. Base meals served family style in our lodge-dining hall.
- Minimum age: 16
- Maximum group size: 12 (9 Students, 3 Instructors)
- Merit badge work
-Cost: From $450 (+ $50 with SeaTac shuttle)
- Monday starts available

The Seminar
Our goal is to teach Senior Scouts, Varsity Scouts and Venturers how to begin mountain climbing within Scouting. We use our beautiful chalet-style Camp Sheppard Base Camp area to teach you basic rock climbing and repelling then we venture into the scenic alpine country for the remainder of your mountaineering instruction. Your elevation start is 2500’ at Sheppard Base with a high point that could be 12,281’ Mt. Adams.

For five days you’ll learn and climb in the mountains surrounded by great people and stunning views. Mountaineering instruction starts at Sheppard Base with a foundation of basic skills: climbing knots, rope handling, belaying, signals, rappelling, hazard evaluation and team building. Then we head out to Ranger Rock, Boulder Alley and Exit 32 for exciting rappelling and rock climbing instruction. From there we venture on to our selected peak to top out your trek instruction. Once on the trail you’ll work hard moving over steep terrain with all your gear on your back, but the scenery will be reward enough. You will also learn the skills you need to climb in the mountains long after the end of the seminar.

These skills begin with the basics such as- camping, cooking, map reading, stove use, Leave No Trace and sanitation-skills that are the foundation of basic mountaineering. As soon as possible, more advanced techniques will be introduced and practiced, such as ice axe self-arrest, crevasses rescue, snow and ice movement and climbing techniques, snow and ice protection placement and basic rescue techniques. Rock or snow and ice climbing are the focus on the selected mountain. If you’re ready to check out what mountain climbing is all about, the Camp Sheppard High Adventure Base is one of the best ways to begin your mountaineering adventures. We’re going, let’s climb!

Mt. Baker (10,875’) is the northern sentinel of the state’s rugged glacier covered volcanoes. Rising 7000’ feet above the forest Mt. Baker dominates the skyline with majestic views and diverse recreation opportunities. We use the Easton glacier as our route to the summit.

Mt. Shuksan (9,127'), the most photographed mountain in the world, is a massive, complex mountain, which offers abundant learning opportunities and is an excellent location for the beginning climber to gain valuable mountaineering experience. Our route ascends the moderate Sulphide Glacier where we ascend 3rd and 4th class rock to gain the summit!

Mt. Stuart (9,415’) is the 2nd highest non-glaciated peak in the state and without a doubt the crown jewel of the Central Cascades. We climb either the non- technical Cascadian Couloir or class 3 West ridge route to gain the magnificent summit. Rock climbing is the focus on Mt. Stuart.

Mt. St. Helens (8364’) is a popular climb for both beginning and experienced mountaineers. Most climbers use the Monitor Ridge route from Climbers Bivouac. This route gains 4,500 feet in 5 miles to the crater rim after climbing on gravel and rock.

Mt. Adams (12,281’) is the second highest peak in Washington State and the third highest peak in the Cascades Range. There are several climbing routes on the mountain, ranging from the " non-technical" South Climb to technical routes that require advanced skill, experience and special equipment. We use the mixed rock, snow and ice, North Ridge class 3 beginner route.

Note: This is a tough trek and should only be attempted by those in good physical condition. Suggested physical training before the seminar: Climbing wall, cardio-vascular exercise such as hiking with a loaded pack, biking, running, swimming and weight training. Trekkers have said that this trek is one of the greatest High Adventure challenges available in Scouting! Refer to Basic Mountaineering Trekker's Guide for Trekker Preparation and Fitness Requirements for Mountaineering Treks.

	Basic Mountaineering Seminar
Features of This Seminar - 7 days, 6 nights: 2 days of instruction, rock climbing and ..rappelling around our Camp Sheppard High Adventure Base. - 3 days of instruction and climbing mostly above timberline, 2 ..days travel from home and back. - Choose 1 of 5 peaks: Mt. Baker, Mt. Shuksan, Mt. Stuart, Mt. ..Saint Helens or Mt. Adams. - 60’ high Ranger Rock - Boulder Alley - North Bend Rocks - Highest elevation, 12,281’ summit of Mt. Adams, 2nd highest ..in the state. - Backcountry and alpine travel distance- 12 miles - Ranger Award experience - Heated cabins and bathrooms. Base meals served family style in our lodge-dining hall. - Minimum age: 16 - Maximum group size: 12 (9 Students, 3 Instructors) - Merit badge work -Cost: From $450 (+ $50 with SeaTac shuttle) - Monday starts available The Seminar Our goal is to teach Senior Scouts, Varsity Scouts and Venturers how to begin mountain climbing within Scouting. We use our beautiful chalet-style Camp Sheppard Base Camp area to teach you basic rock climbing and repelling then we venture into the scenic alpine country for the remainder of your mountaineering instruction. Your elevation start is 2500’ at Sheppard Base with a high point that could be 12,281’ Mt. Adams. For five days you’ll learn and climb in the mountains surrounded by great people and stunning views. Mountaineering instruction starts at Sheppard Base with a foundation of basic skills: climbing knots, rope handling, belaying, signals, rappelling, hazard evaluation and team building. Then we head out to Ranger Rock, Boulder Alley and Exit 32 for exciting rappelling and rock climbing instruction. From there we venture on to our selected peak to top out your trek instruction. Once on the trail you’ll work hard moving over steep terrain with all your gear on your back, but the scenery will be reward enough. You will also learn the skills you need to climb in the mountains long after the end of the seminar. These skills begin with the basics such as- camping, cooking, map reading, stove use, Leave No Trace and sanitation-skills that are the foundation of basic mountaineering. As soon as possible, more advanced techniques will be introduced and practiced, such as ice axe self-arrest, crevasses rescue, snow and ice movement and climbing techniques, snow and ice protection placement and basic rescue techniques. Rock or snow and ice climbing are the focus on the selected mountain. If you’re ready to check out what mountain climbing is all about, the Camp Sheppard High Adventure Base is one of the best ways to begin your mountaineering adventures. We’re going, let’s climb! Mt. Baker (10,875’) is the northern sentinel of the state’s rugged glacier covered volcanoes. Rising 7000’ feet above the forest Mt. Baker dominates the skyline with majestic views and diverse recreation opportunities. We use the Easton glacier as our route to the summit. Mt. Shuksan (9,127'), the most photographed mountain in the world, is a massive, complex mountain, which offers abundant learning opportunities and is an excellent location for the beginning climber to gain valuable mountaineering experience. Our route ascends the moderate Sulphide Glacier where we ascend 3rd and 4th class rock to gain the summit! Mt. Stuart (9,415’) is the 2nd highest non-glaciated peak in the state and without a doubt the crown jewel of the Central Cascades. We climb either the non- technical Cascadian Couloir or class 3 West ridge route to gain the magnificent summit. Rock climbing is the focus on Mt. Stuart. Mt. St. Helens (8364’) is a popular climb for both beginning and experienced mountaineers. Most climbers use the Monitor Ridge route from Climbers Bivouac. This route gains 4,500 feet in 5 miles to the crater rim after climbing on gravel and rock. Mt. Adams (12,281’) is the second highest peak in Washington State and the third highest peak in the Cascades Range. There are several climbing routes on the mountain, ranging from the " non-technical" South Climb to technical routes that require advanced skill, experience and special equipment. We use the mixed rock, snow and ice, North Ridge class 3 beginner route. Note: This is a tough trek and should only be attempted by those in good physical condition. Suggested physical training before the seminar: Climbing wall, cardio-vascular exercise such as hiking with a loaded pack, biking, running, swimming and weight training. Trekkers have said that this trek is one of the greatest High Adventure challenges available in Scouting! Refer to Basic Mountaineering Trekker's Guide for Trekker Preparation and Fitness Requirements for Mountaineering Treks.