A three day schedule on Shasta is a more enjoyable approach to climbing this Cascade peak. We will employ the classic expedition style as we make our way up the mountain. The first night is spent at Horse Camp at 8,000'. Day two we will move to our high camp at 10,000' and prepare for the summit climb. Each day will include snow school where we learn and practice appropriate mountain skills. Day three is the summit climb and return to the trailhead, be prepared for a great adventure!
Dates:
May 16-18, 24-26, 30-June 1
June 6-8, 10-12, 20-22, 24-26
July 4-6, 8-10, 18-20, 22-24
Fee: $550
Reservations
Extended:
Shasta Mountain Guides Summit Climb Equipment List □ Mountaineering boots*: Plastic or Leather. Must be crampon compatible. Hiking or backpacking boots are not adequate.□ Crampons* Suggest: Black Diamond Contact □ Ice axe* Suggest: Black Diamond Raven Pro□ Climbing Helmet*: □ Expedition backpack*: 5,000 cubic inch, internal frame□ Sleeping bag*: Synthetic or down, rated to 20f minimum. □ Sleeping pad*: Thermarest or closed cell foam pad□ 1 locking carabiner: Suggest: Black Diamond Miniparabiner□ 2 pair Hiking Socks: Wool or Synthetic lightweight□ Underwear: Briefs & Bras must be synthetic material□ Base Layer Bottom: Patagonia Capilene, wool or other synthetic□ Base Layer top: Capilene, wool or other synthetic□ Light or medium weight sweater: Fleece or wool□ Water-resistant shell pants: Hard or soft shell, leg zips helpful□ Water resistant shell parka: gore-tex or similar type, non insulated□ Insulated Jacket: Required: Down or synthetic fill□ Gaiters*: Mid-calf □ Fleece or Wool hat: warm & covers ears□ Brimmed Sun Hat: Cap or other□ Shorts: Late spring and summer□ Light Weight Liner Gloves. Soft shell or fleece□ Insulated Gloves: Waterproof ski or mountaineering style.□ Water bottles: 2-3Nalgene (other types tend to freeze and break) □ Eating utensils: Cup, bowl, spoon only□ Headlamp with fresh batteries□ Sunglasses: glacier type with side protection ~ important□ Sunscreen and lip protection: 25 SPF minimum□ Personal kit: Small quantity of toilet paper and towelettes, toothbrush, blister kit, Matches/lighter, pocket knife, etc□ Light accessory cord: 10-20 ft (for broken shoelaces, etc.)□ 1 large garbage sack□ Snacks: Food for climb days. Variety of small portions of fats, sweets, carbs, and proteins.□ Trekking/ski poles*: Highly recommended for approach hike. Optional Items □ Camera: Optional, but well worth bringing.□ Camp shoes or booties: Teva type sandals or light sneakers. Booties for winter and spring use
Hello, Are you able to
Phil, We can
Phil,
We can schedule a climb on the north side in September. In October the climbing conditions and weather are poor and variable, we do not offer climbs for that reason.
I just reserved a spot on
Mike, You will
Mike,
You will receive email confirmation with the information you requested. If you send an email I can send a copy of the equipment list as well. We look forward to climbing with you. -Chris
For the expedition style
Mike, We usually
Mike,
We usually return to the trailhead between 5:00 and 7:00 pm on the last day of the expedition style summit climb. We generally recommend that folks spend the night in Mt Shasta after the climb, you will probably be pretty tired.
Do we need any climbing
Josh, Shasta is
Josh,
Shasta is perfect for new climbers, no prior climbing experince is necessary. Although you should be in good shape and training, Shasta is a big challenge! You do not need to climb with an adult if you are under 18.
Will my old Danner
Tom, Backpaking and
Tom,
Backpaking and hiking boots are generally not adequate for climbing Mt Shasta. We need a mountaineering boot that will accept a crampon. Most of our climbers rent this boot as it not something that you will use frequently. The Fifth Season in Mount Shasta has an excellent selection of rental boots and equipment. I would recommend renting a climbing boot for the ascent.
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