Intro Mountaineering Course
ClimbMedium$$5 days2,000m gain4,400m summitSummerBe the first
What it takes
Structured courses from guides like Rainier Mountaineering Inc, AAI, and Alpine Ascents teach rope systems, crampon technique, ice axe arrest, and crevasse rescue over 3-5 days. This is the skills gateway to glacier peaks — without these fundamentals, mountains like Rainier, Elbrus, and Aconcagua remain off limits.
Injury Prevention for This Adventure
These are the most common injuries for climb athletes over 50. A few minutes of targeted prehab each week can keep you on track.