Anyone who climbs multi-pitches (or for that matter any more than half a rope length up from the ground), whether as a leader or a follower, should have a knowledge of rock rescue. Without it, you could find yourself in some...
Perfect for the budding mountaineer, this course offers the full mountain meal combo. With a curriculum that covers travel techniques for rock, snow and glacier, participants will gain the basic skills necessary to begin...
This course was designed by women for women. Suitable for beginner- to intermediate-level hikers, we will explore an iconic Vancouver Island summit while advancing confidence and competency in backcountry skills. Participants...
Wilderness Navigation 1 is a one-day introduction to using and understanding topographic maps and compasses. This course provides fundamental skills that anyone who explores outdoors should have. A solid knowledge of the map...
Anyone who climbs multi-pitches (or for that matter any more than half a rope length up from the...
This one-day course is perfect for those who have some rock climbing experience and would like to...
Over an action-packed three days, you’ll learn to manage risk on steep snow slopes and glaciers. If we...
All Island Alpine Guides courses and trips take place in an outdoor, wilderness environment. This means that as a participant you will be encountering various risks, dangers, and hazards, some of which include avalanches, cornices, crevasses, cliffs, trees, creeks, rockfall, difficult travel conditions, weather, illness, equipment failure, wild animals, becoming lost as well as the possibility of mistakes being made by IAG guides and instructors.
To participate in these activities you will be required to read and agree to our waiver as part of the registration process. You will also be required to sign the waiver at the start of the course or trip. In doing so you will waive or give up certain legal rights including the right to sue or to claim compensation following an accident.
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I really liked the stepwise approach that Graeme took to teaching how to build crevasse rescue systems. It was useful to see how various different setups could be constructed with common gear if specialized gear was not available. It was a great...Lance Shaver,
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We’re based right here in Comox Valley, on the edge of Strathcona Provincial Park. IAG is Vancouver Island’s premier Alpine Guiding outfit, and your ticket to exploring the spectacular alpine and coastal areas on the island and BC's Coast Ranges.
Our goal is to provide you with awesome experiences where you learn valuable skills and have fun along the way. Our experienced guides are certified by the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides and/or are members of the Canadian Avalanche Association. Your safety is always our top priority.
Our vast back yard offers breathtaking scenery and many challenging and rewarding adventures, and we can’t wait to share them with you.
