Lots of ice climbing routes exist around Anchorage and Southcentral Alaska. From small flows for honing new skills to long steep ice climbs, you can find what you are looking for. Elliot has been guiding and instructing ice climbers since 2005, and will be happy to share his skills and experience with you.

Instruction

  • Basic Ice Climbing Skills

  • Advanced Ice Movement and Techniques

  • Ice Leader Training

Guiding

  • Anchorage Ice, Valdez, Matanuska Valley, Chugach Range backcountry, and many more locations.

Alaska Day Rates

1 Guest: $600
2 Guests: $360 per person
3 Guests: $300 per person
4 Guests $240 per person

For single pitch days up to 4 climbers can be accomodated. For bigger days and multipitch objectives two climbers is the maximum number of guests. Please contact me with any questions about what’s right for your group.

  • IFMGA Mountain Guide Elliot Gaddy

    Group climbing gear: Ropes, protection, hardware

    Personal ice climbing equipment

    Emergency response gear

    Trailhead parking fees

  • Ground transportation

    Food, drinks, or lodging.

    Rescue or trip insurance. Options HERE.

  • Personal outdoor clothing and equipment. Gear list HERE

    Food and drinks

  • We will meet in the morning either at the trailhead or at a good meting location with cell reception close to the trailhead. This usually around 8:30, depending on daylight and conditions.

    We move to the trailhead if necessary, then go over a gear check and safety briefing.

    Climb for the day. A full day usually lasts 6-8 hours.

    Back at the trailhead by around 4:30 to finish the day.