{"title":"Ski Mountaineering","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"summit-and-ski-cascade-peaks","title":"Summit and Ski Mt. Baker","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"extra-content prose\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cascade volcanoes provide the perfect opportunity to combine mountaineering with backcountry skiing. This one-day guided trip will take you through big glaciers, and up steep snowy faces of Mt. Baker, where you'll be rewarded with the ski run of your life! In our opinion, this is surely the most fun and adventurous way to explore the mountains in the Pacific Northwest!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an advanced course. Previous mountaineering and backcountry touring experience is a must, along with excellent fitness. Please see the \"Walk in With\" tab below for entry requirements. If you're not quite there, check out \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kafadventures.com\/collections\/mountaineering\/products\/mt-baker-guided-climbs?_pos=3\u0026amp;_fid=5fb0dc911\u0026amp;_ss=c\" title=\"Mt. Baker Summit Climb\"\u003eMt. Baker Summit Climb\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kafadventures.com\/collections\/mountaineering\/products\/mt-baker-guided-climbs?_pos=3\u0026amp;_fid=89bec02c9\u0026amp;_ss=c\" title=\"Mt. Baker Summit Climb\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to venture out on foot or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kafadventures.com\/collections\/winter-avalanche\/products\/ski-mountaineering-skills-camp?_pos=3\u0026amp;_fid=5432f382e\u0026amp;_ss=c\" title=\"SMSC\"\u003eSki Mountaineering Skills Course\u003c\/a\u003e to get the requisite training!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kaf Adventures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50192457433389,"sku":"","price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0876\/5174\/6093\/files\/IMG_2981.jpg?v=1727384238"},{"product_id":"ski-mountaineering-skills-camp","title":"Ski Mountaineering Skills Camp","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"extra-content prose\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn fundamental ski mountaineering skills and summit an iconic peak in the Cascades! Spend three days and two nights camping out on Mt. Baker, Mt. Shuksan, or Mt. Hood.  During that time, you and your teammates will learn critical ski mountaineering skills. These include: snow camping, ice axe and crampon use, self-arrest, mountaineering knots and hitches, rope team travel, navigation skills, anchor-building, belay \u0026amp; rappel skills, and more. After learning the basics, the team will make an attempt at the summit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cascades offer a climbing experience you can only get in a few parts of the world. Whether your course is held on Mt. Baker, Mt. Hood, or Mt. Shuksan, you’ll be climbing one of the most iconic peaks in America and gazing in awe into the vast expanse of snow-capped and rocky peaks that make up the Cascade Range. Ski mountaineering skills are crucial for exploring mountainous terrain in the Cascades and the techniques you will learn on this course will serve you well on all of your future alpine adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course will take place on either the Coleman-Deming, Squak Glacier, or Easton Glacier routes on Mt. Baker; the Sulphide Glacier on Mt. Shuksan; or the Eliot Glacier on Mt. Hood depending on conditions. You can expect to be challenged physically and mentally and rewarded for your efforts with a summit attempt on one of the tallest mountains in Washington or Oregon’s tallest peak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a small, community-focused guide service, Kaf Adventures cares deeply about our guests’ experiences. We keep our group sizes small and follow a maximum 3:1 client to instructor ratio to prioritize your learning experience and maximize your safety.  Our professional instructors will ensure you have an unforgettable experience that will leave you feeling accomplished and ready for the next climb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kaf Adventures","offers":[{"title":"Washington","offer_id":50192449077549,"sku":"","price":1299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Oregon","offer_id":50192449110317,"sku":"","price":1299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0876\/5174\/6093\/files\/IMG_5467.jpg?v=1727460536"},{"product_id":"summit-and-ski-mt-hood","title":"Summit and Ski Mt. Hood","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"extra-content prose\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cascade volcanoes provide the perfect opportunity to put your skills to the test and combine mountaineering with backcountry skiing. This one-day guided trip will take you over varied terrain and, conditions willing, up the finally steep snowy slope of Mt. Hood. Whether you drop in from the summit or the Hogsback, you'll be rewarded with the ski run of your life! In our opinion, this is surely the most fun and adventurous way to explore the mountains in the Pacific Northwest!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an advanced trip. Previous mountaineering and backcountry touring experience is a must, along with excellent fitness. Please see the \"Walk in With\" tab below for entry requirements. If you're not quite there, check out \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kafadventures.com\/collections\/mountaineering\/products\/mt-hood-summit-climb?_pos=1\u0026amp;_fid=89bec02c9\u0026amp;_ss=c\" title=\"Mt. Hood Summit Climb\"\u003eMt. Hood Summit Climb\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kafadventures.com\/collections\/mountaineering\/products\/mt-baker-guided-climbs?_pos=3\u0026amp;_fid=89bec02c9\u0026amp;_ss=c\" title=\"Mt. Baker Summit Climb\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to venture out on foot or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kafadventures.com\/collections\/winter-avalanche\/products\/ski-mountaineering-skills-camp?_pos=3\u0026amp;_fid=5432f382e\u0026amp;_ss=c\" title=\"SMSC\"\u003eSki Mountaineering Skills Course\u003c\/a\u003e to get the requisite training!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kaf Adventures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51595014439213,"sku":null,"price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0876\/5174\/6093\/files\/IMG_0223_9428fda8-2b90-4328-ba76-30fd6a6e0fb1.jpg?v=1761771785"},{"product_id":"summit-and-ski-mt-adams","title":"Summit and Ski Mt. Adams","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"extra-content prose\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkiing the Cascade volcanoes is a unique experience in the PNW. 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