Big Shout Out To Randy Rackliff & Cold Cold World!

Once again we sent an e-mail to artist and backpack designer Randy Rackliff who started Cold Cold World backpacks and is an amazing woodcut artist.  His artwork has become an iconic staple for the Ice Fest poster.  And we really can’t be prouder that he is a local artist and alpinist.  A lot of very…

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Welcome Headlining Sponsor – Outdoor Research!

Good morning Ice festers! Snow has started falling here in the Mount Washington Valley and The Black Dike on Cannon has been climbed. What better time than now to announce our returning Headlining Sponsor: Outdoor Research! They’ve been a long time supporter of Ice Fest and we’re psyched to give them a little love! Their…

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Julbo – Back for this Year’s Ice Fest!

It’s getting to be that time of year again. The ice season is approaching and we are all digging through our closets to make sure we have the gear we need. As you assemble your kit, don’t forget to protect those eyeballs! A good pair of sunglasses makes a huge difference, and Julbo makes some…

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Ready To Kick It! 2014 MWV Ice Fest!

Howdy folks!  Cold temps are kicking in, the first ascent (for this upcoming season) has been done, and Mount Washington is slowly becoming a snow capped beauty once again.  Thus, we are full steam ahead putting together another killer Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest!  Last year, it was the 20th Ice Fest.  So what does…

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20 Thank You’s For the 20th Ice Fest!

This years Ice Fest was one of our best ever but it only happened with so many helping hands, talent, and passion. First, we want to thank all of YOU!  All of you who have a passion for ice climbing, IME/IMCS, the MWV Ice Fest and having a gosh darn good time!  So thank you…

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