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Chauvin
Guides is a small guide service in North Conway, NH specializing in
custom guiding with individuals, couples or small groups of friends.
Marc Chauvin will be your guide in most cases while Jay Philbrick
teaches most of the avalanches courses.
There
are a wide variety of trips that are possible during the winter in the
White Mountains of NH that use a variety of climbing and mountaineering
skills. The White Mountains have steep technical ice and mixed climbing,
basic crampon and ice axe use on open above tree line slopes, multi-day
mountaineering hikes, backcountry skiing and moderate snowshoe hikes.
The White Mountains have been the training ground for many world
class mountaineers as well as a destination climbing area with some
of the best ice climbing in the contiguous US and of course Mount Washington's
unique combination of accessibility and severe winter weather.
Below
you will find some ideas of things we can do. Seeing that you or your
group will be the only participants, I can and prefer to adapt theses
ideas to your unique situation taking into account your strengths, goals
and preferences along with the all important weather and conditions.
I
enjoy talking with people and helping them plan a way to combine guided
trips with personal trips to accomplish their goals and develop their
skills in the mountains. Give me a call at 603-356-8919. My office
is in my home so calling in the evening is often best seeing I am out
climbing and teaching most days.
Prices
per day per person
Private 1:1 $250
Semi-Private 2:1 $150
Groups of 3 $125
Prices
per night of camping per person
Private 1:1 $125
Semi-Private 2:1 $100
Groups of 3 $ 75
Avalanche
Courses
detailed
info on courses
CGI is teaching and sponsoring a full avalanche curriculum this season.
The Level I course is for recreational users and covers; interpreting
avalanche forecasts, route finding, use of beacons, and rescue procedures.
The Level II course is for those who want to delve more into the science
of the snowpack. This course develops observer skills and is a must
for anyone considering any type of professional outdoor winter work
in avalanche terrain.
If you are shopping for an avalanche course CGI recommends that you
at least ask the following question of potential course providers. Will
everyone in the course be required to wear an avalanche transceiver?
If your course will be going into avalanche terrain (Tuckerman
Ravine, for example) and the provider doesn't require or provide
transceivers for everyone, consider finding another avalanche course!
Level
I
Price $225, includes use of an avalanche transceiver
Maximum class size 12:1 classroom, 6:1 field
Dates:
Dec 15-16, 2007
Jan 12-13, 2008
Jan 26-27, 2008
Feb 9 -10, 2008
Feb 23-24, 2008
Mar 8 - 9, 2008
Two-Day
Mountaineering Course
This two-day course is for people who have little or no experience with
crampons or ice axe. Previous technical climbing experience is not necessary.
If you are interested in above tree line winter hiking, skiing the steeps,
or climbing volcanoes like those in the Cascades or Mexico, this curriculum
will focus on climbing techniques that are often needed for these trips.
We
start by covering the basics of crampon and ice axe use on the first
day at Willey's Slide in Crawford Notch. Our second day we will climb
in either Huntington or Tuckerman Ravine where we will learn more about
snow and ice climbing as well as avalanche awareness and if time permits
make a summit attempt.
Maximum Ratio 3:1
2 Days
Three
Day Mountaineering Course
Mt. Washington Photo
A three-day one-night course that combines the Two Day Mountaineering
Course with a night learning winter camping skills. We start by covering
the basics of crampon and ice axe use on the first day. Our second day
we travel to either Huntington or Tuckerman Ravine where we will learn
more about snow and ice climbing as well as avalanche awareness. The
last day we will attempt to summit Mount Washington via a climb of a
gully in one of these great ravines. A super way to get started in winter
mountaineering.
Maximum ratio 3:1
3 Days 1 Night
Waterfall
Ice
This course is for the gym climber, rock climber or technical mountaineer
who wants the steep ice experience. Technical climbing experience is
a must. We will have you on the steeps in no time.
Maximum Ratio 3:1
Suggested number of days 2 or 3
Learn to Lead Ice
Not for the inexperienced. Only climbers who are already competent seconding
on both low and high angled ice and snow should take this course. We
will cover all aspects of leading in this course and if we both feel
you're ready you will get a chance to lead.
Maximum Ratio 2:1
Suggested number of days 2 or 3
Advanced Mountaineering Course
Ultra-light packing techniques along with efficient movement skills,
are the key to success. This course combines waterfall ice techniques
with a night out to show you how it's done. Our first morning will be
spent food planning and learning minimal packing techniques. In the
afternoon we will depart for a climb with a bivouac. The second day
we finish the climb and then descend back to the car. Ice climbing experience
and a high level of fitness are a must for this course.
Maximum Ratio 2:1
2 Days 1 Night
Mount Washington Winter Ascent
Mt. Washington Photo
A one-day journey into the arctic is what's in store on this trip. Our
route will take us up toward Tuckerman and Huntington Ravine where we
will then climb the wooded ridge of Lion's Head, breaking out above
tree line. Twelve Hundred vertical feet later you'll be standing on
top of New England. Although physically demanding, no previous winter
climbing experience is necessary.
Maximum Ratio 5:1
1 Day
Presidential Traverse
A three day expedition across the arctic-like Northern Presidential
Range. Often used as training for the larger peaks, this trip is no
practice session. What makes this trip so seemingly innocent is its
accessibility, convenient it may be, but no less difficult. If you want
an adventure packed three-day weekend, this trip is for you. Previous
winter camping experience and basic use of crampons and ice axe are
a must.
Maximum Ratio 5:1
3 Days 2 Nights
Mount
Washington Ski Descent
Mt.
Washington Photo
A one-day climb and ski descent of Mount Washington. Downhill skiers
we will use the right gear for you to access the backcountry. Alpine
touring skis, boots and bindings allow you to climb using skins and
descend with your heels locked down. Free yourself from the lifts to
ski some real mountain terrain.
Maximum Ratio 5:1
1 Day
Note: Telemark skiers are more than welcome to join us on any of our
ski tours
Backcountry
Alpine Ski Camp
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Downhill skiers, this is the opportunity you have been waiting for.
Using alpine touring skis and climbing skins, we will approach remote
ravines on Mount Washington. We will skin up the Gulf of Slides ski
trail to our camp and ski the rest of the day away. The second day we
may find ourselves accessing another ravine before packing up and skiing
back to Pinkham. Skiers should be able to ski most black diamond trails
at ski areas.
Maximum Ratio 4:1
2 Days 1 Night
Note: Telemark skiers are more than welcome to join us on any of our
ski tours
The Haute
Route Ski Tour
Chamonix, France to Zermatt, Switzerland more
info
Join CGI this spring on the most classic and famous of all European
high route ski tours. Every day this tour will have you traveling through
the most incredible mountain terrain imaginable. We will ski some amazing
glacier runs and possibly climb a number of spectacular ski peaks. At
the end of each day we will find ourselves at a wonderful and cozy hut.
Because of these huts, we will be able to travel with small packs allowing
us to enjoy the skiing. Jay spent 5 years climbing and skiing in the
Alps and rates the Haute Route as the best.
Dates: April 14-23, 2007
Price: $2595.00 per person if 3 sign up, $2250 per person for 4
Berner
Oberland Haute Route
more info
The Berner Oberland Haute Route is one of the classic high level ski
tours in the Western Alps. This six day trip is another hut to hut tour
which allows us again to travel lightly to enjoy the skiing. This tour
need not be as strenuous as the "classic" Haute Route and
the itinerary can be more flexible if necessary. The tour is located
in some of the most spectacular glacial terrain in the Alps and begins
right next to the three peaks this area is famous for; the Eiger, Mönch,
and Jungfrau.
Dates: April 28-May 5, 2007
Price: $2250.00 per person if 3 sign up, $2000.00 per person for 4
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