We have increased the focus again on instruction which is a key part of the CMC's philosophy. We encourage you to suggest courses you would like! Please check the Calendar (at the top of the menu on the left) for current course dates as this will be the most current and easy to find the latest course information ! There are no dates set for some of these, but they can run with as few as 4 people. Please contact us about your needs. Some suggestions are:
Intermediate: This course is designed to build on basic snowcraft skills, and will include teaching the use of ropes and more advanced navigation skills, including on an actual trip. The course is planned for the Mount Cook area, conditions permitting. See link below for full details. Cost per Member: $90; Non-Member: $200 Timing: Sept 4-7 and October 20-22 2007 Instructor: Gideon Geerling gideon@adventurelogistics.co.nz More Details: Intermediate Course For all courses please fill out this instruction application form and forward to gideon@adventurelogistics.co.nz or mail to: CMC, PO Box 2415, Christchurch 8140. There is now an on-line form for registering interest in courses and tracking who is on a course (Registration under the Instruction Menu) Please try this in the first instance. Once confirmed on a course please fill out the application form in detail. If you have problems, call Gideon or Greg (see contacts page) Advanced: For those climbers who wish to improve their existing mountaineering and rope handling skills and practice rope rescue work, ice climbing and multi pitched climbing. Club membership and prior mountaineering experience is required for this course. Cost per Member: $150; Non-Member $260 Timing: Sept 1-3 and Nov 16-18 2007 Instructor: Gideon Geerling gideon@adventurelogistics.co.nz More Details: Advanced Course
Develop route selection and snow safety skills for alpine/back country environments. A good course for all beginner and intermediate climbers and backcountry tourers alike. Learn to identify avalanche terrain and select safe routes, understand the general principles of avalanche information, identify relevant weather conditions and improve personal safety and awareness.
Course aims/content: To teach and practice basic skills to enable safe ski-mountaineering and touring in glaciated terrain and enjoy some adventurous skiing in the Southern Alps. We would aim to cover as many as possible of the following subjects: terrain evaluation, snow stability evaluation, crevasse extraction and basic rope skills for skiers, hot tips for all-mountain skiing with a pack, practice avalanche search techniques (transceivers etc.), emergency shelters for skiers. Yes, we will be going this year!! Venue: Tasman Saddle / Centennial Hut |
The CMC has introduced a course for children keen to develop their skills and knowledge or learn rockclimbing skills so they can take to the indoor walls or to the crags. A course is held each school holiday break (April/July/September) for two consecutive mornings (approx. 9 am - 1 pm). Experienced instructors spend time showing rockclimbing techniques, gear use and safety factors. Courses are held either indoor or outdoor, depending on weather and experience of participants. Own harness and rock shoes preferable, and other equipment provided. Ratio is 2:1 depending on group numbers. Timing: two consecutive mornings during school term breaks Cost: $60 per child To register your interest in any of the courses contact Gideon Geerling the CMC course coordinator ph: 021-207-3235 or complete this instruction application form and forward to gideon@adventurelogistics.co.nz or mail to: CMC, PO Box 2415, Christchurch 8140 Courses of 3 or more can be designed to suit your particular requirements - please ask us. Please note that all course fees must be paid in advance of the course running and there is no refund for withdrawal from a course.