Welcome Back Patagonia and Majka Burhardt!

Good Morning!  Today, we have great news!  We are excited to announce Patagonia is back for Ice Fest 2015! They will be bringing demo gear for Ice Festers to try! Patagonia makes incredible gear!  From wool layers and down jackets to moisture-wicking base layers and soft shells, Patagonia engineers their gear to keep athletes warm and dry in the most…

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Dry Ice Tools will be back at Ice Fest!

If you are like us, you love to both ice and mixed climb but feel unprepared when the ice starts forming ever November. Hitting the gym with a pair of DRY ICE Tools before and during the season, in addition to being tremendous fun, is a fantastic way to train specifically for the unique movements and strains of our sport. With…

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Our Favorite Place to Stay-The Nereledge Inn!

The Nereledge Inn is our favorite place to stay!  Located on River Road in North Conway, it’s just a short walk from downtown, and is the perfect place to stay to enjoy  winter activities!  Chef Steve will fill you up with a delicious breakfast that’ll be sure to fuel you for your day out in the elements.…

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Bayard Russell Returns to Ice Fest!

We are excited to announce that guest guide Bayard Russell will be joining Ice Fest once again this year. Bayard has climbed ice and rock all over the world but is happiest when climbing near his home right here in the Mount Washington Valley. In his 12 years guiding in Northern New Hampshire Bayard has gotten…

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Welcome Back Ryan Stefiuk!

Ice Fest would like to send a BIG warm welcome back to Ryan Stefiuk! Ryan is based out of Western Massachusetts, where he owns and operates Big Foot Mountain Guides. With the Catskills right next door, Ryan has focused his energy on ice and mixed climbing. He has spent time exploring climbing in Newfoundland, The Cascades, The Gunks, The…

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