Saturday Evening- Graham Zimmerman and Mark Richey

Graham Zimmerman and Mark Richey: Link Sar Since it was first attempted in the 1970s the peak Link Sar in the Pakistani Karakoram has been one the last great unclimbed peaks of the world’s big mountains. Join us as Graham Zimmerman and Mark Richey tell the story of their team’s multi-year quest to climb this…

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MWV Ice Fest- year 27!!

Leaf peeping’ season is coming to an end someday soon folks.  We’ve got some fun tricks up our sleeves, and tons of treats as well as we head into our 27th year of celebrating  winter climbing in New Hampshire.  Lots of awesome returning guides from IMCS and guest guides, both local and from the wide…

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OR athletes Bayard Russel, Alexa Siegel and Matt McCormick

Big Shout out to our headlining Sponsor Outdoor Research!  We’re still rolling out OR athletes and ambassadors!  Be sure to stop by the outdoor Research table at IME this weekend and chat with these folks about their rad gear!   “Alexa first discovered climbing at the Boston Rock Gym in February of 2003. The gym was…

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Peter Doucette

Peter Doucette is back!  Peter is the principal guide and owner of Mountain Sense Guides.  He is not only a native NH climber, but still resides right here in the Mount Washington Valley.  Here he is perfectly poised to take advantage of the fickle weather and transitional conditions that seem to define his high-end ice…

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Outdoor Research Demo Glove Fleet

Headlining sponsor Outdoor Research is bringing along their full demo fleet of gloves again this year for you to use out in the elements during your clinics at Ice Fest.  Take FULL advantage and grab a pair in the morning before you head out.  They have variety of different glove options so you can try…

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