Posts Tagged ‘North Conway Ice Fest’
CAMP & Ian Osteyee return to Ice Fest!
Good morning folks! There’s a chill in the air and single digits in the forecast – it’s coming! And if the thought of that early ice, that scrappy and thin climbing gets you psyched, well then this should too – Ian Osteyee and CAMP are returning again to the MVW Ice Fest! Ian is known…
Read more...Peter Doucette: Omega On Cannon Cliff
This winter we will be checking in with a few guides to hear their personal insights on why they love winter climbing here in New Hampshire. Our hope is to share beautiful imagery and inspiring tales to help feed your psyche this winter. Our main goal being, to feed the winter psyche! To kick off this…
Read more...New To Ice Fest: Rab!
Good morning Ice Festers! This morning we welcome Rab for their first MWV Ice Fest! We are psyched to have them on board. Looking for new outerwear? Rab will be supplying an awesome array of jackets and gloves including the Men’s and Women’s Latok Alpine Jackets, Neutrino Endurance Jackets, Strata Hoody Jackets, Alpine Glove, M14 Glove, men’s Latok Glove, and the Women’s Icefall Gauntlet Glove.…
Read more...Matt Ritter Joins the Ice Fest Team!
We are super excited to have Matt Ritter joining us as a guest guide this year! Matt is a talented all around climber! He owns and operates Walkabout Mountain Guides and spends his time guiding ice and mixed climbing as well as mountaineering courses during the winter months. During the summer, Matt hangs out on the coast and guides rock climbing in Acadia…
Read more...Ibex is Back and Bringing Karsten Delap!
Ibex will be returning to Ice Fest 2015 with Ibex Athlete Karsten Delap! Ibex has a mission to create the best clothing on earth! With thoughtful designs and natural fibers, Ibex products are durable, evolving, active and modern! The Ibex headquarters is based out of a repurposed garage in Vermont. The showroom now displays their most recent innovative attire. Ibex…
Read more...A Big THANK YOU To Randy Rackliff & Cold Cold World!
We just want to send a BIG thank you to Randy Rackliff for once again allowing us to use his artwork for the 2015 Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest! His artwork has become iconic, and at this point the MWV Ice Fest would feel naked without it! If you haven’t taken a moment to check…
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...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…
Read more...TIM EMMETT: Saturday Evening Featured Guest Presenter!
We hope you guys had a great holiday and we have an exciting announcement this Friday morning! Tim Emmett is coming to the 2014 Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest, and he will be our featured guest presenter on Saturday evening, February 1st, 2014! Show will take place at Theater In The Wood, in Intervale, New…
Read more...FREE Clif Bars at Ice Fest!!!
What’s your snack of choice for a big day out at the crag? Clif Bars are a staple for many outdoorsy folk, and for good reason! They are made with whole, organic ingredients, and without the nasty stuff, like high fructose corn syrup. They also pack tons of energy! The folks at Clif Bar know…
Read more...Turning 21 With Tuckerman Brewery!
We are thrilled to be celebrating our 21st Birthday with Tuckerman Brewing Company this year! Yep, the Ice Fest is turning 21! Officially legal to drink, and we are welcoming back Tuckerman Brewing Co as the official 2014 Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest beer sponsor! You can grab a pint at the Apres Climbing Hours…
Read more...Local Heroes: The IMCS Line-up!
Every year, the guys and gals from the International Mountain Climbing School work super hard to make the Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest an awesome experience for all. This crew has all the local beta, plus a ton of experience. From Everest to Alaska, to the world-class ice right here at home, from steep waterfall…
Read more...New Guest Guide To 2014 Roster, Ryan Stefiuk!
The Ice Fest wants to send a big warm welcome to Ryan Stefiuk, a brand spankin’ new guide to the 2014 Ice Fest lineup! Ryan is based out of Western Massachusetts with the Catskills ice and sketchy mixed climbing at his back door. In fact, when we think of Ryan it is how he effortlessly…
Read more...Clinics At The Ice Fest, FILLING UP!
Hey Folks! Clinics are filling up super fast this year! Below is what is available, as we type this, but it is subject to change quickly! Book asap! We can’t wait to see you! FRIDAY, the following clinics still have space: Newbie Ice Climbing- 5 spots Intro To Steep- 5 spots Advanced Steep Ice Climbing-…
Read more...Welcome Back Grivel!
We’re really excited to have Grivel back for our 20th anniversary this year! I mean, they’re only the oldest manufacturer of ice equipment on the planet! And they’re bringing back their fleet of awesome demo gear this year, so you can try some of their latest models of ice tools and crampons. These guys know…
Read more...Welcome New Sponsor & Guest Guide: Eddie Bauer First Ascent & Caroline George!
Good morning, Ice Festers! We have a new sponsor to tell you about today! We’re real excited to announce that Eddie Bauer-First Ascent is joining the ranks this year. Eddie Bauer has recently developed a specialized line just for climbers. It is called the First Ascent series and is built, tested and trusted by guides.…
Read more...BOOYAH! The NEW website is up!
Hey Ice Festers! The game is ON! We’ve been working hard on the new site, and it’s up! Check it out, and of course if you have any constructive criticism, we’d love to here it! Visit: www.mwv-icefest.com And we’ve been planning the 2013 Ice Fest, and have a TON of secrets to release over the…
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