South Fork Ice Festival
Climb some ice with JHMG in Cody, Wyoming this winter! We are offering a selection of guided ice opportunities from February 13-21, 2008, the week of the South Fork Ice Festival. The South Fork of the Shoshone River is a spectacular valley in the Absaroka Mountains just outside Cody, Wyoming. It has numerous herds of wintering wildlife, 11,000 foot mountains towering above, and hundreds of accessible ice climbs. The climbs are internationally known; indeed, this area contains the largest concentration of natural frozen waterfalls in the continental United States. Climbers of all abilities will find fun and challenging objectives. This area is definitely worth a visit; please join us this year.During our clinics and climbs, you can expect to learn about movement on ice, using ice tools, belays, and ice protection, and you will spend lots of time climbing on ice. Our guides are experienced ice climbers and knowledgeable, patient teachers. You should come to your climb prepared for a full day out in the Wyoming winter.
JHMG provides harnesses, helmets, belay devices, ice axes, crampons, ropes and anchors. You may bring your own climbing gear if you wish. You will need to bring clothing suitable for a day spent outdoors in the winter. Please refer to our equipment list for a complete list of what to bring. In addition, you will need to bring a liter or two of water and lunch. Please view our Cody Trip Planner for more information about the area.
Sign-up
To book a climb or sign up for a clinic, call Kenny Gasch at our Cody office: 307.250.0763 or email cody@jhmg.com. The Jackson Hole Mountain Guides Cody Office is located inside Core Mountain Sports at 1019 15th Street in the heart of downtown Cody. We are open every day from 8:00am to 5:30pm. Read the refund policy for additional information.
Prices are per person. The price of instruction does not include transportation, meals or accommodations. Private rates and custom trips are also available.
Private Ice Climbing Instruction
We are offering guided climbs and ice climbing instruction throughout the week of the ice festival. Book a day for you or your group on any of these dates: February 13 - 20.
Call for details on prices.
ICE FESTIVAL CLINICS
Take advantage of these incredibly cost effective deals on technical ice climbing instruction, offered only on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (February 15, 16 & 17 ) in conjunction with the South Fork Ice Festival. We are offering four different clinics:
Introduction to Ice Climbing
Join JHMG for your first experience on ice. Learn the fundamentals of ice climbing, including using your tools and crampons, movement, and belay techniques. No climbing experience is required.
$75 per person. The maximum client to guide ratio is 5:1.
Women's Ice Climbing
If you would like to experience some South Fork Ice with a group of hardy women, this is the clinic for you! Tailored to women with none to a few days experience on the ice.
$75 pp. The maximum client to guide ratio is 5:1.
Multi Pitch Ice
Ascend one of the famous South Fork ice climbs. With many routes to choose from, on a variety of aspects, we can select a climb of appropriate length and difficulty for your skills.
$100 pp. The maximum client to guide ratio is 3:1.
Lead Climbing
Learn to lead ice--safely and efficiently. We will cover ice screw placement, anchor construction, as well as lead climbing strategies and technique.
$100 pp. The maximum client to guide ratio is 3:1