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Take on a thrilling three-day multi-pitch ice climbing adventure in Sandy, Utah. Perfect for beginners and those wanting to refine their skills with expert guidance amidst stunning winter landscapes.
Take on a thrilling three-day multi-pitch ice climbing adventure in Sandy, Utah. Perfect for beginners and those wanting to refine their skills with expert guidance amidst stunning winter landscapes.
Book with The Backcountry Pros LLC
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Operated by The Backcountry Pros LLC · Sandy, Utah
Experience the thrill of multi-pitch ice climbing with a private, guided three-day adventure in Sandy, Utah. This unique outdoor experience is crafted for anyone eager to explore the vertical world of ice, whether you’re a beginner aiming to gain confidence or an experienced climber seeking to sharpen your skills. Over three exhilarating days, you’ll ascend multiple ice pitches surrounded by stunning winter scenery, with expert guidance from The Backcountry Pros LLC ensuring your safety and learning. The diverse ice formations and the quiet beauty of Utah’s winter landscape offer both challenge and inspiration. This trip provides a rare chance to push your limits while resting in the comfort of small group attention and personalized coaching. Beyond the climbs, the camaraderie, fresh mountain air, and breathtaking views make every moment unforgettable. Pack your spirit of adventure, and get ready to conquer ice like never before in the picturesque setting of Sandy, Utah.
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3 days.
Participants should be in good physical condition with endurance for prolonged climbs and cold weather exposure.
No prior experience is necessary as the guide will teach you all the essential techniques, making this trip suitable for beginners and intermediate climbers.
The package includes professional guides, necessary technical equipment rental, safety briefings, and personalized instruction over three days.
Bring layered clothing suitable for cold weather, personal hydration, sun protection, and sturdy footwear; technical gear will be provided by the company.
Participants should generally be 16 years or older, though exceptions can be discussed directly with the company based on skill and physical fitness.
Guides conduct thorough safety checks, route assessments, and provide full briefings. Equipment is regularly inspected and climbers are supervised at all times.
Yes, routes and challenges can be tailored to match your experience level and climbing goals.
Sandy and the surrounding Wasatch Mountains have a rich mining and climbing heritage, with ice climbing becoming a popular winter sport in the area since the 1980s.
Local climbing groups work with land managers to protect fragile ice formations and reduce trail erosion through responsible climbing practices.
The Backcountry Pros LLC is a Utah-based guiding and education company specializing in backcountry skiing, avalanche education, and technical climbing instruction. The team offers a range of hands-on experiences — from single-day clinics to multi-day mentorships and heli-assisted ski touring — focused on practical skills, decision-making, and safe mountain travel. Instructional offerings include Advanced Backcountry Skiing Mentorship, Backcountry Skiing Mentorship, Ski Mountaineering Course, Level I (Uinta Mountains), Avalanche I Refresher, Heli Assisted Ski Touring, Intro to Trad Climbing, Multi Pitch Self Rescue, Advanced Ice Techniques, and Ice Intro Clinic. Courses combine classroom and fieldwork when appropriate, with Zoom sessions, guided field days, basecamp-style mentorship, and real-world scenario practice. The Backcountry Pros LLC emphasizes small groups and a limited instructor-to-student ratio to maximize individualized feedback and hands-on coaching. Professional ski instructors and certified guides lead technical lessons in the Wasatch and Uinta Mountains, covering avalanche forecasting, companion rescue, ski travel techniques, ice screw placement, anchor building, and multi-pitch self-rescue. Safety and evidence-based decision making are core priorities; students practice terrain assessment, hazard interpretation, and rescue drills in real mountain settings. The company’s programs are designed for progressing skiers and climbers seeking measurable skill development, confidence in complex terrain, and the ability to plan and execute safe backcountry trips. Booking information, prerequisite details, and course logistics are provided for each trip to ensure participants arrive prepared for a productive and secure learning experience. Industry-standard safety protocols and hands-on mentorship create measurable progress and lasting skills for responsible mountain travel across winter and alpine environments.
Book with The Backcountry Pros LLC