Intermediate Glacier Climbing Field Trip - Mount Baker Recreation Area: Easton Glacier

Mountaineersbooks; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative nonprofit organization focused on helping individuals explore and enjoy the Pacific Northwest's stunning landscapes. This role involves leading and teaching participants through the Intermediate Glacier Course, building on foundational climbing skills. You will guide climbers in planning and executing glacier climbs, ensuring safety and confidence in their abilities. This is a unique opportunity to share your passion for climbing and the outdoors while contributing to a community dedicated to conservation and exploration. Embrace the chance to make a positive impact in the lives of outdoor enthusiasts!

Qualifications

• Completion of Basic Climbing Course is required.
• Ability to lead and plan glacier climbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise participants on glacier climbs.
• Plan and organize climbing trips.

Skills

Climbing Skills

Leadership

Planning

Safety Practices

Education

Basic Climbing Course Certification

Tools

USGS Maps

Climbing Equipment

Job description

Intermediate Glacier Course

The Intermediate Glacier Course is targeted at basic graduates and is designed to follow the foundation set in the Basic Climbing Course. It covers the next steps in building your skills to lead, plan, and practice safe climbing and descending glacier routes in the Cascades. This course will give you the skills and confidence to plan and lead your own glacier climbs.

The course consists of two evening lectures followed by two weekend trips:

1. A 2-day practice session on snow slopes.
2. An overnight climb of a Cascade glacier route, where participants organize, plan, and run the complete climb under the supervision of a climb leader.

For more information, visit the course website.

Instructors: Let me know if you'd like to help out. You will need to be manually added to the roster.

Meeting place and time

Details will be shared via lectures and Teams.

Recommended Maps & Charts

• USGS Baker Pass
• USGS Mt Baker
• Green Trails Mount Baker Wilderness Climbing No. 13SX

Helping people explore, conserve, learn about, and enjoy the lands and waters of the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

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