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What Is Snow ONE?
Similar to Rock ONE, Snow ONE is an opportunity to learn new skills that will be applied in the field during Snow TWO.
Snow ONE introduces the fundamentals of self-arrest, with and without an ice ax. We will practice each of the four arrest positions that will need to be successfully demonstrated with an ice ax during Snow TWO.
We will also review the methods of safely traveling in the snow using an ice ax and proper glissading techniques.
Before the day is concluded, we will discuss proper clothing and layering to help prepare for Snow TWO.
Preparing For Snow ONE
Bring each of the items below along with your practice rope/cord if you want to practice knots after training is complete.
What to bring:
Pack
Helmet
Ice Ax (with Adze and Spike taped)
Snowshoes
Gloves (Insulating and Waterproof)
Dark sunglasses or Glacier glasses
Proper Clothing/Layers - Don't wear your best Gor-Tex for self-arrest practice.
Boots
Food
Water
Small tarp or closed cell pad to lay on
Ten Essentials
Notes from lecture and a pen
Vehicle Chains (if you're a driver). Required thru May 1, 2026
National Park Pass
Time & Location
This activity will be held on April 25th, 2026 at Paradise located at Mount Rainier.
We will first meet at Whittakers Bunkhouse at 8:00am. This is the last place we'll have cell coverage until reaching the Paradise area.
Instructors will stay for an additional hour to answer questions and work with students on knots and gear.
Ride Share - Register as a Driver or Passenger here.
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