Learn the fundamentals of ice climbing with The North Face athlete Sam Elias. This clinic focuses on establishing a solid foundation for new climbers, covering crampon and tool placements, essential footwork, and efficient body positioning. You will work on beginning progressions and sequences designed to build confidence and technique on WI 2-3+ terrain.
LEVEL: Beginner
CLIMBING: WI2 to WI3+
DATE: Friday - January 23rd, 2026
MEET: 8:50am @ The Black Diamond Booth (in the Vendor Village)
TIME: 9:00am - 12:00pm (half day)
GUIDE: Sam Elias
SPONSOR: The North Face
Learn the fundamentals of ice climbing with The North Face athlete Sam Elias. This clinic focuses on establishing a solid foundation for new climbers, covering crampon and tool placements, essential footwork, and efficient body positioning. You will work on beginning progressions and sequences designed to build confidence and technique on WI 2-3+ terrain.
LEVEL: Beginner
CLIMBING: WI2 to WI3+
DATE: Friday - January 23rd, 2026
MEET: 8:50am @ The Black Diamond Booth (in the Vendor Village)
TIME: 9:00am - 12:00pm (half day)
GUIDE: Sam Elias
SPONSOR: The North Face
