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 About
MAS Mountaineering Programs |
MAS places an emphasis on mountaineering skill building and preservation of the alpine environment. Traveling safely and efficiently in the mountains is a skill learned through experience and training. Knowing your goals and limits can lead to freedom in "wild places". It is for this reason that MAS enjoys sharing and teaching the skills of becoming a mountaineer.
Northern California is an excellent region to learn, train and explore your mountaineering dreams. MAS operates programs in Bear Valley, Mt. Lassen, and the Sawtooth Range west of Bridgeport on the Eastern side of the Sierras. Each of these areas offers unique experiences and challenges.
MAS prides itself in working with some of the best mountaineering instructors and guides in the business. MAS staff are hired on technical and personal skills and have proven themselves and professional educators, mentors and leaders. MAS understands that your time and money are valuable and therefore strive to provide the best customer service and top-quality experiences whether the program is held 10 minutes or 10 miles from your car. MAS routinely receives strong accolades for instructor and course quality. We think you will notice the difference.
| Crampon
& Ice Axe Workshop* |
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Learn how to climb and descend steep snow slopes safely and efficiently. A variety of techniques will be demonstrated and practiced. Learn how prevent a slip from becoming a fall. This course provides the basics for all mountaineers including PCT hikers. Skills Covered:
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| Price: | $125 |
| Length: | 1 day: (8 AM - 4 PM) |
| Location: | Bear Valley, CA |
| Meeting Place: | MAS Office: Bear Valley Village PDF |
| Prerequisites: | • good physical condition; ability to hike up to 4 miles with a 20 pound backpack |
| Dates: (calendar) | April 17, 2010 (full) |
| May 8, 2010 | |
| May 29, 2010 (full) | |
| June 19, 2010 (new date) | |
| Registration: | Either contact MAS or use our secure online registration form |
* - this material is also covered in both the Introduction to Mountaineering Seminar and the Introduction Mountaineering Camp: Mt. Lassen.
| Rope
Team / Snow Anchor Workshop* |
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Expand your mountaineering skills to include techniques and equipment appropriate for steeper snow slopes and climbing as a team. Learn how to use a climbing rope, including knots and belays. Then incorporate the use snow anchors (e.g. ice axe, pickets and bollards) to increase security and safety on exposed slopes. Skills Covered:
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| Price: | $125 |
| Length: | 1 day (8 AM - 4 PM) |
| Location: | Bear Valley, CA |
| Meeting Place: | MAS Office: Bear Valley Village PDF |
| Prerequisites: | • good physical condition; ability to hike up to 4 miles with a 20 pound backpack • "Crampon & Ice Axe Workshop" or equivalent |
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| Dates: (calendar) | April 18, 2010 (full) |
| May 9, 2010 | |
| May 30, 2010 (full) | |
| June 20, 2010 (new date) | |
| Registration: | Either contact MAS or use our secure online registration form |
* - this material is also covered in both the Introduction to Mountaineering Seminar and the Introduction Mountaineering Camp: Mt. Lassen.
| Glacier
Travel & Crevasse Rescue Workshop |
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On a glacier it is important to adjust your traveling techniques and be prepared for the possibility of crossing a hidden crevasse. All members of a group must become active participants to maintain the safety of the team. This course covers the equipment and special techniques (such as crevasse rescue) required of glacier travel. Skills Covered:
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| More Course Info: | PDF (60K) |
| Price: | $125 |
| Length: | 1 day (8 AM - 4 PM) |
| Location: | Bear Valley, CA |
| Meeting Place: | MAS Office: Bear Valley Village PDF |
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| Prerequisites: | • good physical condition • "Crampon / Ice Axe", & "Rope Team & Snow Anchor" Workshops or equivalent. |
| Dates: (calendar) | April 19, 2010 (full) |
| May 10, 2010 | |
| May 31, 2010 (full) | |
| June 21, 2010 (new date) | |
| Registration: | Either contact MAS or use our secure online registration form |
| Bear Valley Snow Camping Seminar |
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Learn skills to make snow camping warm, comfortable and dry. A snowbound basecamp will be establish using 4 season tents, then additional shelters will be built such as trenches and snow caves. Participants can choose which shelter to to use for the evening. In addition time will be spend touring and enjoying the beauty of the Mokelumne Wilderness. Skills Covered:
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| Prices: | $250 |
| Length: | 2 days |
| Location: | Bear Valley, CA |
| Meeting Place: | 9 AM @ MAS Office: Bear Valley Village (PDF) |
| Prerequisites: | • good physical condition; ability to hike up to 4 miles with a 30 pound backpack • overnight backpacking experience recommended |
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| Dates: (calendar) | February 20-21, 2010 |
| March 20-21, 2010 | |
| April 24-25, 2010 (new date) | |
| Registration: | Either contact MAS or use our secure online registration form |
| Bear Valley Mountaineering Seminar |
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This program combines 2 workshops (Crampon/Ice Axe, Rope Team/Snow Anchor) into a weekend of intense mountaineering skill development. This course serves as a thorough introduction to basic mountaineering skills and is often used as a training or refresher course for larger mountaineering goals such as Mt. Shasta and Mt. Rainer. For those seeking additional training on glacier travel a third day is offered immediately following this program. Skills Covered:
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| Prices: | $245 |
| Length: | 2 days (8 AM - 4 PM) |
| Location: | Bear Valley, CA |
| Meeting Place: | MAS Office: Bear Valley Village |
| Directions to Bear Valley: | PDF (200K) |
| Prerequisites: | • good physical condition • ability to hike up to 4 miles with a 20 pound backpack |
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| Dates: (calendar) | April 17-18, 2010 (full) |
| May 8-9, 2010 | |
| May 29-30, 2010 (full) | |
| June 19-20 (new date) | |
| Registration: | Either contact MAS or use our secure online registration form |
| Mt. Lassen Mountaineering Camp |
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Come join MAS guides during this 2-day/1-night introductory mountaineering camp on the flanks of Mt. Lassen. Mountaineering topics such as crampon, ice axe and rope team skills will be practiced before making an ascent of Mt. Lassen. Brush up on your snow camping skills, including backcountry cuisine. MAS guides receive many compliments for their meal preparation. Skills Covered:
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| Price: | $325 |
| Length: | 2 days & 1 nights (includes 1 backcountry dinner & breakfast) |
| Location: | Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park, CA |
| Participant/Guide Ratio: | 4:1 |
| Meeting Time: | 8 AM |
| Meeting Place: | The Old Ski Chalet / Southwest Campground parking area in Mt.. Lassen National Park at the winter terminus of Highway 89. (more info.) |
| Prerequisites: | • very good physical condition - ability to
hike 6 miles comfortably with a 40 pound backpack • overnight backpacking experience |
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| Dates: (calendar) | March 6-7, 2010 |
| April 10-11, 2010 | |
| May 15-16, 2010 (full) | |
| June 26-27, 2010 (new date) | |
| Registration: | Either contact MAS or use our secure online registration form |
* - if 2 or few people are enrolled then either a discounted private or refund will be offered
| Matterhorn Peak
Mountaineering Camp |
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Join MAS on the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada Range and climb a classic peak via the East Couloir of Matterhorn Peak (12,279 feet). This 2 day mountaineering camp is a demanding program complete with scenic trail hiking, cross-country travel, including a glacier crossing and steep snow & ice climbing. Skills Covered:
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| Price: | $325 (includes 1 backcountry dinner & 1 breakfast) |
| Length: | 2 days & 1 night |
| Participant/Guide Ratio: | 4:1* |
| Meeting Time & Place: | 9 AM outside the cafe at Annetts Mono Village at Twin Lakes |
| Prerequisites: | • very good physical condition -
ability to hike 8 miles with a 40 pound pack |
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| Dates: (calendar) | May 22-23, 2010 |
| June 12-13, 2010 (full) | |
| July 10-11 (new date) | |
| Registration: | Either contact MAS or use our secure online registration form |
* - if 2 or few people are enrolled then either a discounted private or refund will be offered
