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Clinics will be run throughout the weekend. See below for the schedule and information on the types of clinics being run.
All clinics other than Open Climb require a ticket purchase. Tickets can be purchased here.
101 – Intro to Ice Climbing
M&D – Mixed Climbing and Drytooling
Steep Ice – Advanced Climbing Techniques
IA&L – Ice Anchors and Leading
Sat 22 Feb | Sun 23 Feb | |||
Location | 9:00AM – 12:00PM | 12:30PM – 15:30PM | 9:00AM – 12:00PM | 12:30PM – 15:30PM |
Diamond Lake
ACC + Muskoka Mountainworks |
101 Clinic + Open Climb | Steep Ice Clinic + Open Climb | 101 Clinic + Open Climb | Steep Ice Clinic + Open Climb |
Papineau Roadside
ACC + One Axe Pursuits |
M&D Clinic + Open Climb | IA&L Clinic + Open Climb | M&D Clinic + Open Climb | IA&L Clinic + Open Climb |
Bow Lake
ACC Toronto + Ottawa |
Open Climb | Open Climb | Open Climb | Open Climb |
ACC volunteer-run top-rope ice and mixed climbing routes will be available across our festival crags. Feel free to see the best lines Madawaska has to offer in one day.
Diamond Lake, Madawaska Valley, ON
Trailhead and Parking W3W: ///tricks.daffodil.surged
Trailhead and Parking lat/long: 45.359328, -77.538693
10 participants max. per clinic, 2 clinics total
If you think of ice cubes from your freezer when we say “ice” then this clinic is for you! We will show all the basics of getting geared up, how to climb frozen waterfalls, and have fun whilst doing so. With kind and supportive instruction from highly experienced guides from Muskoka Mountain Works you’ll be in for a real frosty treat.
Rental gear: Supplied by Muskoka Mountain Works
Clinic specific waiver: https://app.cleverwaiver.com/render/templateByRefId/5ff5fa9d830078000ddc20da
Diamond Lake, Madawaska Valley, ON
Trailhead and Parking W3W: ///tricks.daffodil.surged
Trailhead and Parking lat/long: 45.359328, -77.538693
10 participants max. per clinic, 2 clinics total
Are you looking to better your technique, climb steeper, or just want to know how to avoid the ‘screaming barfies’? This clinic is for you! Expand your knowledge through various drills and expert pointers so you can scale the taller stuff. This clinic is a great next step as you progress along your ice climbing journey and for those just looking to brush up on efficient climbing.
Rental gear: Own gear recommended
Clinic specific waiver: https://app.cleverwaiver.com/render/templateByRefId/5ff5fa9d830078000ddc20da
Papineau Roadside, Hastings Highlands, ON
Trailhead and Parking W3W: ///metals.flame.overactive
Trailhead and Parking lat/long: 45.358034, -77.817967
8 participants max. per clinic, 2 clinics total
Ready to venture out onto some harder stuff…literally? Here we’ll help you develop your climbing skills with a careful guidance through the dark arts of mixed climbing and the sorcery that is drytooling. The head wizards at One Axe Pursuits will put you through your paces as you gain confidence venturing off the ice, if there is any.
Rental gear: Own gear recommended
Clinic specific waiver: https://app.cleverwaiver.com/render/templateByRefId/650cfa8f830c011518ee4f37
Papineau Roadside, Hastings Highlands, ON
Trailhead and Parking W3W: ///metals.flame.overactive
Trailhead and Parking lat/long: 45.358034, -77.817967
8 participants max. per clinic, 2 clinics total
All about ice and anchors! This clinic is for leaders looking to expand their knowledge and those getting ready or interested in getting ready to jump on the ‘sharp end’ with sharp things. Learn about various tactics for analyzing the ice, placing screws, building anchors, and more.
Rental gear: Own gear recommended
Clinic specific waiver: https://app.cleverwaiver.com/render/templateByRefId/650cfa8f830c011518ee4f37