MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES...

Mountain climbing, glacier travel, crevasse rescue, crampon technique, ice climbing, all mixed with stunning vistas and sweet, mountain air. Adventure awaits as you step off the beaten path. We want to be there when you make a leap of faith and believe, it is within you. We teach you industry standard climbing and safety systems to tackle the mountains of your dreams, we show you how to bring efficiency to your climbing systems. We are guides, coaches, teachers, and motivators. Realize your potential as we climb through a progression. There is a climbing experience that is suited to you. Hiring a mountain guide helps you to shape that experience and suit it to your goals and ambitions.

Should you see a trip that interests you, but are unable to work with our schedule, call us and let us work with your schedule. dave_marra@panacheexperiences.com

Weekend Rock, Ice, and Snow Extravaganza

June to Sept.
2 days
$400

This is an introduction to mountaineering in an enjoyable and educational environment. Friday night we meet and discuss conditions, equipment, knots etc., Saturdays' instruction covers glacier travel, self arrest, snow and ice anchors and movement skills. Sunday is Summit Day. Optional venues are Mt. Athabasca, Mt Fay, Mt Stanley. Mt. Hermit and Mt. Joffre.

We also create and facilitate 5 day mountaineering courses for outdoor recreation programs.

Canadian Classic Scrambles

June to Sept.
1 day
$225

$50 each additional person

No matter what your fears and personal abilities are, there is a mountain challenge for you. Get to explore your own comfort zone while experiencing the magic of the moment; summitting is truly triumphant.

Selected Classics; Mt.Temple, Mt. Rundle, Mt. Wilson, Mt. Fable, Castle, Storm Mountain

From Basics to Summits

July 21 - 25
5 days
$975

This is a Five day mountaineering course based from a camp and/or backcountry hut. Instruction in use of equipment, navigation, glacier travel, self arrest, belaying, mountain movement skills, cervasse rescue, and continuing the progession until you begin to lead and make decisions in the engaging landscape.

Participants find themselves empowered and more self-aware.

Rock, Ice and Snow Blast

July to Sept.
3 days
$750

We highly encourage participants to come prepared and be willing to take the lead with professional feedback.

Day 1: Rock Climb
Day 2: Snow and Glacier Travel
Day 3: Alpine Summit

The Bugaboos Blockbuster

5 - 8 day trips
August to Sept.
$975 - $1475

The Bugaboos are one of the premier climbing areas in North America; hike in, warm up and aim to climb on some of the classics of the area.

Big granite spires, stunning mountain vistas and aesthetic ascents await your touch.

We hike in and get established and oriented on the first day of this trip. This is a pilgrimmage.

Rogers Pass, Glacier Park Experience

Available all summer
2 days
$625

Two Wonderful Days of Quartzite ridges, ancient glaciers, snow and ice faces, and a multitude of breathtaking peaks provide the grounds for an awesome mountain experience. A skills-based peak day and a summit day. Beginners to seasoned mountaineers come and experience where Mountain Climbing and Guiding originated in Canada. There is a true mountain culture and history in "The Pass".

A bivy under the stars is an option for the keen and adventurous. Moderate climbing on solid purple rock with great views typifies the experience in the Selkirk Range. Explore ridge hiking, travelling on a glacier, or the 3000 ft 5.7 classic on Mt. Sir Donald.

Join us this summer in Glacier National Park.

Starbird Mountains Expedition

August to Sept.
7 days
$1125

User-friendly alpine terrain provides a perfect arena for learning the ropes and having a mini expedition. Morning photo-shoots, afternoon cloud and geo-morphology discussions will complement the terrain that surrounds us. Glacier travel and crevasse rescue will be taught and practiced. Moving through the mountains and existing in a beautiful setting shape the goals of the adventure.