Join Loco por la Aventura for a powerful learning experience on Mt. Hood (Timberline area), where you’ll build the technical foundation needed to safely move in snow terrain and prepare for bigger objectives like Mt. Adams, Mt. St. Helens, and Mt. Hood (South Side route).

This course blends technical instruction, confidence-building, and community—perfect for anyone ready to take their first step into mountaineering.

No prior snow climbing experience required.

This is more than a course—it’s your entry point into the mountains.

🧭 What You’ll Learn

Intro to mountaineering snow skills on Mt. Hood involves learning essential techniques for safe ascent, including crampon and ice axe usage, self-arrest, and terrain awareness.

Training includes real-world application of mountaineering techniques such as steep snow climbing, movement efficiency, and foundational safety systems.

❄️ Snow Travel & Movement

• Proper footwork for steep, firm snow (névé)

• Efficient use of crampons

• Movement and balance with an ice axe

• Traversing snow slopes safely

• Kicking steps and controlled ascent

• Plunge stepping for descent

• Glissading techniques

⚠️ Safety & Technical Systems

• Self-arrest techniques (how to stop a fall)

• Assessing snow conditions and terrain hazards

• Introduction to roped team travel concepts

• Basic snow anchor awareness (foundational understanding)

🧗 Technical Awareness

• Clothing and equipment selection for alpine conditions

• Movement efficiency and energy conservation

• Decision-making in changing mountain environments

All instruction is hands-on, guided, and adapted to beginner-level participants.

📍 Location

Mt. Hood — Timberline Area (near parking lot)

A controlled alpine environment ideal for learning foundational snow skills safely and effectively.

🕒 Duration & Format

Full-Day Course (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)

• Morning: Gear setup + foundational techniques

• Midday: Movement on snow + skill progression

• Afternoon: Applied practice + real scenario training

🎯 Course Objective

By the end of the course, participants will:

• Feel confident moving on snow terrain

• Understand essential mountaineering safety principles

• Be prepared for beginner summit routes such as:

• 1. Mt. Adams

  2. Mt. St. Helens

  3. Mt. Hood (South Side)

🏕️ Experience Level

• Beginner-friendly

• No prior mountaineering experience required

• Difficulty level: 3 / 10

🎟️ Tickets & Pricing

🎟️ General Admission

Price: $90

An accessible, high-value opportunity to learn real mountaineering skills in a guided environment.

Includes:

• Full-day professional instruction

• Technical guidance from experienced instructors

• Hands-on training in real snow terrain

• Community-based learning environment

🌎 Accessibility & Language Support

We are committed to making outdoor education accessible and inclusive for our community.

💛 Financial Assistance Available

We offer limited financial support for participants facing economic barriers.

To apply, please contact:📧 anibal@locoporlaaventura.com

🗣️ Bilingual Experience

All instruction is available in English and Spanish.

Our guides are bilingual and trained to create a welcoming, inclusive environment for everyone—regardless of language or experience level.

🎒 What to Bring

Participants should bring:

• Mountaineering boots (compatible with crampons)

• Warm layers (base, mid, shell)

• Waterproof jacket & pants

• Gloves (2 pairs recommended)

• Hat / beanie

• Sunglasses & sunscreen

• Backpack (20–30L)

• Water & snacks

⚙️ Gear

Participants are encouraged to bring their own gear.

Rental gear is available through Loco por la Aventura BaseCamp for those who need it.

🎒 Available Rentals:

Mountaineering boots + crampons + ice axe package 💲 $30 per day

All rental gear is limited and must be reserved in advance.

To request gear, please contact: 📧 anibal@locoporlaaventura.com

⚠️ Safety & Community Guidelines

Safety is our top priority.

• All participants must follow instructor guidance at all times

• Conditions will be assessed continuously

• This is a supportive, inclusive, and respectful learning environment

📝 Requirements

• Ages 16+ (minors with guardian)

• Signed liability waiver required

• Good physical condition recommended

📝 Registration & Contact

Spots are limited to ensure quality instruction.

📧 anibal@locoporlaaventura.com

📞 503-888-4216

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