Seasonal Activities

The success of the IMCS Rock Climbing Camps is based in our professional instruction and sincere enthusiasm. Kids love to rock climb, meet new friends and learn new skills. Rock climbing camp teaches kids patience, cooperation and respect for our the environment. These camps do sell out. Enroll your kids today!

The AIARE level 1 course is a three day/24 hour introduction to avalanche hazard management. Students can expect to develop a good grounding in how to prepare for and carry out a backcountry trip, and to understand basic decision making while in the field, and more. Book online!

Looking for the perfect mountaineering course? This Three Day Basic Mountaineering Skills course will teach you how to dress for winter, how to pack, choose food, select the proper gear, campsite selection, how to cook outdoors and low impact winter camping skills. Book online!

Private guiding allows your needs to be addressed in a personalized manner that serves our guests the best. Whether it is a particular skill set or a specific climbing goal, our guides are flexible and can introduce you to the best of MWV Ice.

This one-day course is an introduction to waterfall ice climbing and general mountaineering. It is best suited for novice winter climbers. The first half of the day will be spent learning about the equipment, crampons, ice axes, anchors and belays and the second half will be on application. Book online!

Avalanche Rescue is for everyone, whether you are just learning how to use your transceiver, an aspiring professional, or a backcountry traveler with many years of backcountry experience. This one-day course is a place to both learn new skills and keep your existing skills sharp. Avalanche Rescue is a prerequisite for the AIARE 2.

The AIARE Avalanche Rescue Course is a one-day, stand-alone course that is designed for new and experienced recreational backcountry travelers, as well as aspiring avalanche professionals. A minimum of 3 participants is required to run this course. Participants must be prepared for snow travel.

This program will advance your Ice climbing skills. Our intermediate ice climbing courses are tailored to meet your needs, whether you are a veteran looking to break through to Grade-5 ice or it’s your second day out and you’re looking for some fine tuning.

Alpine snow climbing requires the use of a variety of climbing skills to negotiate snow, rock and ice terrain. You should already be familiar with anchors, belaying, knots, and ice climbing equipment. Both days will involve ascents of classic multi-pitch alpine climbs in the White Mountains. Book online!

Learn to perfect your ice climbing technique by establishing a resting position, placement and removal of ice protection, proper use of ice axe leashes, and incorporating rock climbing movements into your ice climbing awareness. Book online!

Join us for a Mt. Washington winter ascent with professional guides watching out for your safety! This rigorous experience is open to beginners who are ready for a challenge. Book online!

Leading is very rewarding but can also be dangerous and scary if you are not prepared technically, physically and mentally. Each course is different. Tell us what skills and experiences you need. We will design the course to make it worthwhile for you.

Mixed climbing skills should be part of every mountaineers bag of tricks because it is normal to encounter snow, rock and ice terrain in the big mountains as well as the routes in Huntington Ravine. Prepare yourself to be the best alpinist possible with this advanced level course.

Are your friends or family looking for the perfect winter activity to bond together? Look no further as we take in ice climbing for larger groups! Get the ultimate frozen experience as you climb icy slopes with the proper and efficient techniques.

A two-day course for experienced mountaineers ready to make the jump to committing and lightweight ascents of alpine snow, ice and mixed climbs. A technical climb of Mount Washington combined with a technical descent will be the focus of this strenuous test of skill, efficiency and strength.

Are you planning a trip to Alaska, Mt. Rainier, the Alps or South America this summer? This two-day intensive course will cover the skills of knots, friction hitches, roped travel techniques, self arrest, snow and ice anchors and extrication techniques.

Step up your winter climbing experience with a Northern Presidential Range climb. Join us for climbs at Adams, Madison, Jefferson, and Monroe to experience the NH mountain ranges. Book online!

Ski mountaineering requires a number of mountaineering skills such as avalanche awareness, crampon and ice axe use and solid steep ski technique. If you are looking to learn about ski mountaineering or to ski Mt. Washington we offer the full compliment of mountaineering skills training.

We guide in a number of areas in the White Mountains of New Hampshire that have classic backcountry ski terrain. The steep terrain surrounding Mt. Washington is best termed “ski mountaineering” with full avalanche, crampon and ice axe knowledge needed before venturing there.

Spend the weekend in the White Mountains during winter learning basic winter travel techniques and low-impact winter camping skills. The focus of the two-day course is to stay warm, dry and comfortable so you enjoy your time in the mountains. Book online!

Traversing the Presidential Range during the winter is one of the most challenging and difficult mountaineering adventures on the East Coast. Our trip will begin on Mt. Madison in the north and move south towards the highest point on the ridge. Book your Presidential traverse online!

Enjoy East Coast ice climbing with a group or on a private expedition. We recommend taking a day course of mountain climbing before joining this climb. Book your alpine ice climbing online!

Whether it is a particular skill set or a specific climbing goal, our guides are experienced, knowledgable, and can help you reach your objectives. Tell us what you want to accomplish during your time, and we will customize your day to meet your expectations.

Looking for more ambitious climbing in New Hampshire? There are dozens of amazing alpine rock climbs throughout the Northeast. For those who have climbing experience, these are the climbs we strive for: Whitney Gilman Ridge, Moby Grape, Pinnacle Buttress, and many others. Book online!

This is a perfect course to take if you are a gym climber looking to begin your transition outside or just someone who is interested in learning rock climbing with professional instruction. Come set yourself to become a competent follower on multi-pitch rock climbs. Book online!

The Rock Leader Program is intended for experienced climbers who feel ready to jump on the “sharp end”. Leading is a very rewarding and exciting form of climbing, but it can also be dangerous if you have not prepared yourself technically, physically, and mentally.

Are you looking for an enjoyable and successful climbing experience for the entire family? Come join and enjoy a full day or half day of instruction and climbing that is ideal for families with children 17 or younger with any experience level. Book your family rock climbing online!

This two-day course is designed for climbers with previous rock climbing experience who want to explore the world of aid climbing. Movement in etriers, nutcraft, basic ascending, and cleaning a pitch is the focus of the course. Come train with us!

A two-day course offered for gym climbers and recreational climbers interested in learning to set up their own top rope systems. You will learn about various anchor systems, how to evaluate the risks associated with a top rope site, and technical applications.

Climbing anchors are the foundation of climbing safety. This hands-on, technical clinic will teach you how to make the most of your gear in all of its different applications. Topics will include proper placement of rock climbing protection, multiple point rock climbing anchors, and more!

Self-rescue requires the very highest level of technical skills, so it is important that you enter this course with a strong understanding of the fundamental climbing systems. In this course, we strive to provide a working knowledge of a range of skills.

It’s more than just a camp. It’s a school, where kids will bring their climbing to the next level, physically, mentally and technically. Out of the five days, campers will learn, to be competent belayers, the ins and outs of the equipment used, risk management and assessment. Book online!

Are you curious about rock climbing outdoors? Have you been climbing in the gym and want to try climbing in one of the most iconic areas in the country? This group class is for beginner rock climbers (ages 10 and above). No experience necessary!

Are you curious about ice climbing, or want to get back into the sport? This group class is for novice / beginner ice climbers (ages 13 and above). No experience necessary! All equipment is included.

An exclusive opportunity to climb Mt. Washington with our guides, get a tour of the famous MWOBS weather station, learn from the observers, and spend the night at the summit!

Led by IMCS guide Jeni Calzaretta, Women’s Ice Weekend is a unique chance to dive into the sport of ice climbing with other women in a small group setting, providing for personalized instruction and camaraderie.

Climb under moonlight and headlamps during the biggest full moon of the Summer!

A partnership with MetroRock! You’ll start at their Everett gym to learn basic anchor skills. That weekend, head to North Conway to meet up with IMCS guides where you’ll learn to place gear, mock lead, and create a solid foundation for your first lead!

This one day clinics will introduce you to dry tooling, a unique and challenging discipline that combines the techniques of rock climbing with the use of ice tools and crampons on dry surfaces.

Many backcountry emergencies are preventable, and even when bad things happen, sometimes the wrong care can make things worse. By learning Wilderness First Aid skills, you can make the difference between a good outcome and a bad one-and maybe even save a life.