Posts Tagged ‘Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest’
Evening Shows are Back at Theater in the Wood!
What better way to end a day of ice climbing with professional athletes and top notch guides than escaping the cold and coming inside for an Evening Show hosted once again by Theater in the Wood! We are so happy to be back! This marvelous venue is tucked away just a few miles north of down town North Conway. It is…
Read more...Outdoor Research: 2015 Headlining Sponsor
Outdoor Research is coming back to the 2015 Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest, and will be our headlining sponsor! We freakin’ LOVE this company. They believe “that life gets better the minute we step out the door on a new adventure, no matter how big or small.” We couldn’t agree more and we love how…
Read more...We’re Rolling: 2015 Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest!
Hey all you ice, snow, and mountain junkies! We can’t wait any longer! We’re getting things rolling and are starting to update the website. We’ll be making updates and having announcements from here on out! So keep checking in, and hey, we think it’s never too early to start sharpening your tools!
Read more...5 Thing Not to Miss at Ice Fest!
Boo-yaahhhhhh!!! Lookin’ good Ice Festers! Check out this forecast! If you were on the fence about coming up this year, we have two words for you: sticky ice!!! Mild temps, but cold and cloudy enough to keep things from melting. Add a little snow into the mix, and you get prime, fat ice conditions! Here…
Read more...It’s Not too Late to Sign Up for Clinics!
We are headed into the final few days before Ice Fest, and things are filling up! If you haven’t pulled the trigger on registering for a clinic yet, now’s the time! Check out the clinics below that are still open for registration, and pick one out! Come join the fun! Ice Climbing 101 If you…
Read more...ICE FEST EVENING SHOW BETA!
Countdown is on folks! And we’re going to be reminding you of all the awesome things to look forward to! It’s not too late to make plans and come up, get on it and we can’t wait to see you! FRIDAY NIGHT, JAN. 31st, 2014: American Alpine Club’s Live Your Dream Silent Auction: Raising funds…
Read more...Sneak Peak at the OR Glove Fleet!
Need to update your glove system for ice climbing? Outdoor research is bringing a boatload of gloves for you to try out! We wanted to give you a sneak peak at their demo fleet, and highlight a few of our favorites! The Alpine Alibi II Gloves are designed to give you serious warmth without compromising dexterity. They…
Read more...Steep Ice Clinics: Filling up Fast!!!
Good morning folks! Ice Fest is just around the corner, and clinics are filling up super quickly! We wanted to give you a heads up that there are only a handful of spots left in the Steep Ice Climbing Skills Clinics. If you want to learn how to move more efficiently and confidently on steep…
Read more...Giving Some BIG LOVE & Getting REK’LIS!
We have some additions to the 2014 Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest we want to make sure you know about, and that your let others know as well! First! The BIG LOVE BURRITO TRUCK is coming to the Ice Fest! The Big Love Truck will be parked outside of IME during the Apres Climbing Hour…
Read more...Skratch Labs Comin’ In Fuel Ice Festers!
Hey Folks! We have a brand new, and awesome sponsor added to the 2014 line up! Welcoming Skratch Labs. Have you heard of these folks? They make hydration and food products that taste great, that are made from real all-natural ingredients, and that are designed to optimize performance and health for both sport and life!…
Read more...NEW CLINIC! Mixed Climbing With Tim Emmett!
Good morning Ice Festers! We have an exciting clinic that was just added to the already awesome roster of clinics! Mixed Climbing 101 With Tim Emmett is now available on Saturday! That’s right, one of the masters of hanging upside down, is now teaching a special mixed climbing clinic on Saturday! Mixed climbing has gained…
Read more...Climb For The First Time At The Ice Fest!
To all the folks who have NEVER tried ice climbing, but want to, this post is for YOU! We have the clinic, Ice Climbing 101 that is the perfect fit for you to learn how to ice climb at the MWV Ice Fest. AND we have some amazing guides teaching them just for YOU! These…
Read more...Climb with the Big Dogs!
Are you ready to take your ice climbing to the next level? Want to fine-tune your skills or climb an area classic with a top-notch guide? Then this blog post is for you! Today, we highlight the advanced clinics and guided climbs that will be offered during Ice Fest. Once you’ve mastered the basics of…
Read more...Snow & Ice Anchors AND Alpine Skills!
Want to become more solid on your snow and ice anchors? Or do you want to climb a classic gulley during the Ice Fest like Willey’s Slide? Well then listen up! The courses below are for you! In fact taking the Snow & Ice Anchors Clinic, and then the the Alpine Snow & Ice Skills…
Read more...Learn how to Mixed Climb with the Masters!
Odds are, you’ve started hearing more and more about mixed climbing over the last few years. From long alpine routes to short, steep overhanging walls, the limits of this style of climbing are getting pushed further and further all the time. If you have ever thought about giving mixed climbing a try, we are offering…
Read more...It’s STEEP ICE Time!
Today is Steep Ice Tuesday! We’re highlighting the Steep Ice clinics that are being offered during the Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest! Now that your comfortable on Grade 3 ice, it’s time to move on to the steep stuff. Learn how to move smoothly, without getting pumped! Vertical ice takes on many forms – mushrooms,…
Read more...Ice Fest Clinic Week Kickoff!
Hey Ice Festers! This week is clinic week! We’ll be filling you in on a bunch of the awesome clinics you can sign up for with the talented IMCS guides and also the guest guides that will be gracing us with their talent! To sign up call IMCS or visit the Ice Fest Website: 603-356-7064…
Read more...Rock On- Making an Appearance at Ice Fest!
Big Welcome this morning to Rock On! We are psyched to have these guys on board for Ice Fest this year! Rock On is fueled by experience, and designed to meet the needs of dedicated climbers. They are constantly expanding their line, and now make soft shell pants and jackets with stream-lined features and a…
Read more...Extend Your Season with DRY ICE Tools
Hope everyone is cozy on this wintery morning! It may be cold outside, but we want to give a warm welcome to DRY ICE Tools!!! If you are like us, you love to climb ice. Also, if you are like us, you find the beginning of ice climbing season to be riddled with pumped-out forearms…
Read more...Welcome Back Sterling Rope!
For many folks around here, Sterling Ropes are THE ropes to climb on. They handle amazingly well, are incredibly compact, and for major bonus points, they are located right here in New England! All their research and development, all their manufacturing, it happens just next door in Biddeford Maine. We love that Sterling is a…
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