Experience exceptional, fine rock climbing in a truly alpine wilderness. These spectacular granite spires which rise from glaciers in the Purcell Range of British Columbia, are among the world's most beautiful peaks, and the quality of alpine rock climbing is unsurpassed. Climb routes from 5.4 to 5.10 on Eastpost, Crescent Spire, Pigeon Spire, Bugaboo Spire, and Snowpatch Spire. July - early September We introduce those with little or no previous climbing experience to the fundamentals of rock climbing and protective systems. Our aim is to help participants become skilled free climbers on moderate ground and safe, competent belayers.
Climbers commonly create custom itineraries and variations.
In most cases, both the summer and winter seasons include parts of the spring and fall. AAI is an equal opportunity recreation service provider. About AAI American Alpine Institute. All text, layout and images Copyright 2000, American Alpine Institute, Ltd.