Kids Rock Camp
$ 750.00
Join Aspen Expeditions for our inaugural Aspen Kids Rock Camp. We will be running two camps this Summer, July 17 - 21, 2023 and August 7 - 11, 2023. No climbing experience is required. We will have two Aspen Expeditions AMGA/SPI Certified Rock Guides with a maximum of 12 kids (ages 7-11) per camp. Each day will be different from the last, where we will be working on a progression of climbing movement, tying-in properly, belay techniques and top rope safety management. We will utilize several rock climbing areas on scenic Independence Pass, including exploring the Grottos Day Use area and Ice Caves. Additional private days are available anytime for those kids that wish to continue honing their skills or wanting to keep up their climbing stoke!
- These will be run Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm daily. (Parents must drop kids off at our shop between 8:30am and 9am and pick them up between 4pm and 4:30pm at the latest.)
- All needed rock climbing gear is included - rock shoes, helmets, harnesses, ropes, technical gear and backpacks
- Transportation from our office at Aspen Highlands to the rock climbing locations on Independence Pass and back to our office is included.
- Parents are responsible for providing water, lunch, raincoat, appropriate layers and sun protection.
- No climbing experience is required
$750 for the week or $175 per day if booking individual days
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Aspen Rock Climbing
$ 550.00
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We offer privately guided short day (4hrs) and full day (6-8hrs) rock climbing daily, on scenic Independence Pass and surrounding areas. There is no need to have any prior experience!
Rock climbing with our professional guides is a safe and fun activity for all physical abilities. Learn the basics of outdoor rock climbing, including movement on the rock, belaying, rappelling and more. Whether you have some previous experience or none at all; challenging routes or top-rope climbing fun with the family; our AMGA trained/certified rock guides will customize the day to suit your needs.
All necessary climbing gear is included (ropes, rock shoes, harness, helmet, pack). We can meet you at our shop at the Aspen Highlands Base Village or pick you up at your residence. The climbing areas are only around 15-25 minutes from downtown Aspen, offering ideal beginner to expert climbing with amazing views of the surrounding peaks and the Roaring Fork River.
Short Days are perfect for families with children ages 4 and up and those with limited time. Full days are a preferred way to experience different climbing venues and for in-depth instruction beyond a simple introduction.
Call to reserve your guide today (970.925.7625) or click the 'Book Now' button to pick your day and book online.
*Already have some climbing experience? Looking for a bigger adventure, more vertical, and more in-depth instruction? Check out our Multi-Pitch option!
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Duration: Short day (approximately 4 hrs.) / Full Day (+/- 6-7 hrs.)
Location: The guide will be in touch with you the day before to determine your meeting place and any miscellaneous details. Please call 970-925-7625 for any questions.
Maximum Guide Ratio: Up to 6:1
Fitness Level: All levels of fitness are welcome!
Includes: AMGA trained/certified mountain guide, use of all technical equipment (helmet, harness, climbing equipment, ropes, packs, etc.), and a 3% USFS land use surcharge.
Not included: water, lunch/snack food, & a gratuity for your guide.
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Your guide will contact you the day before at the voice number you give us to discuss an appropriate plan for you and to confirm a meeting place and start time. It is usually recommended to meet at Aspen Expeditions' shop at the base of Aspen Highlands, where we can fit you with climbing shoes and all other necessary climbing gear, including a helmet, harness, ropes, pack, etc. Your guide can also meet you at a pre-determined location as long as you let us know the shoe sizes. You and your guide will decide whether to carpool or drive separately to the climbing area, just 15 minutes outside of Aspen.
A typical full day of rock climbing is +/- 6 hours. A typical short day is +/- 4 hours.
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The following items are provided for your climbing day:
- Harness
- Helmet
- Climbing Equipment
- Ropes
- Backpack
CLOTHING
- Socks: thin hiking socks, wool or synthetic
- Bottoms: pants or shorts should be comfortable & allow the freedom of movement
- Top: synthetic or woolt-shirts, tank-tops or long sleeves - no cotton!
- Warm layer:nice to have along as the temperatures can vary with altitude and shade
- Rain Jacket: a waterproof jacket, in case of occasional afternoon rain showers
- Hat: to keep the sun off your face
OTHER ITEMS
- Water bottle
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen and lip balm: water/sweat-proof
- Personal first-aid kit: for your personal meds/needs
- Camera or Smartphone
- Water, Lunch/Snack food
Summers in Aspen tend to be warm and mild, but temperatures can easily drop as you head up in elevation, for example on Independence Pass. Rain/thunderstorms occasionally occur, more often than not in the afternoon rather than mornings. Rain gear will be essential if necessary. Participants will travel in the backcountry and should be prepared for any or all weather conditions.
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Booking/Cancellation policy: AE requires a full credit card or cash/check payment to hold your reservation. Cancellations made within 7 days of a scheduled private or course will be charged full price. Travel Guard insurance is available via aspenexpeditions.com website.
Risk Management
Please note: AEW's number one priority is your safety. Many conditions affect our guides' decisions in the mountains, including client fitness and comfort, weather conditions and route conditions. There are inherent hazards in mountain travel such as inclement weather, avalanches, rock fall, ice fall that our guides manage yet cannot eliminate. The combination of our guides' formal training and wealth of experience assures that their sound decision create an enjoyable and safe mountain experience.Aspen Expeditions reserves the right to turn around or change routes without refunds or credits under any conditions.
Aspen Multi Pitch Climbing
$ 655.00
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Our Multi Pitch adventure day is the best option for those climbers who want to get off the ground and climb longer quality routes. During this day we will climb a minimum of 6 pitches and as many as you can handle in a 6-9 hr day. We will focus on transitions and moving efficiently through terrain with an appropriate progression suitable for your ability. We often can link up a number of 2-3 pitch walls like the “Grotto Wall Link”, where we climb all three Grotto Walls with routes from 3-4 pitches at a 5.9 or greater difficulty or longer single pitch routes like “El Diablo De Oro” 5.8+ difficulty in 7 pitches with amazing views of the Elk Mountains. This is a perfect way to train for larger adventures like the Black Canyon and beyond, or to just get some serious mileage on the rock with an AMGA Certified Rock Guide!
All necessary climbing gear is included (ropes, rock shoes, harness, helmet, pack). We can meet you at our shop at the Aspen Highlands Base Village or pick you up at your residence. The climbing areas are only around 15-25 minutes from downtown Aspen, offering amazing views of the surrounding peaks and the Roaring Fork River.
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Duration: Full Day (+/- 6-7 hrs.)
Location: The guide will be in touch with you the day before to determine your meeting place and any miscellaneous details. Please call 970-925-7625 for any questions.
Maximum Guide Ratio: Up to 6:1
Fitness Level: All levels of fitness are welcome! Some previous climbing experience is helpful for this multi-pitch adventure.
Includes: AMGA trained/certified mountain guide, use of all technical equipment (helmet, harness, climbing equipment, ropes, packs, etc.), and a 3% USFS land use surcharge.
Not included: water, lunch/snack food, & a gratuity for your guide.
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Your guide will contact you the day before at the voice number you give us to discuss an appropriate plan for you and to confirm a meeting place and start time. It is usually recommended to meet at Aspen Expeditions' shop at the base of Aspen Highlands, where we can fit you with climbing shoes and all other necessary climbing gear, including a helmet, harness, ropes, pack, etc. Your guide can also meet you at a pre-determined location as long as you let us know the shoe sizes. You and your guide will decide whether to carpool or drive separately to the climbing area, just 15 minutes outside of Aspen.
A typical full day of multi-pitch rock climbing is +/- 6 hours.
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The following items are provided for your climbing day:
- Harness
- Helmet
- Climbing Equipment
- Ropes
- Backpack
CLOTHING
- Socks: thin hiking socks, wool or synthetic
- Bottoms: pants or shorts should be comfortable & allow the freedom of movement
- Top: synthetic or woolt-shirts, tank-tops or long sleeves - no cotton!
- Warm layer:nice to have along as the temperatures can vary with altitude and shade
- Rain Jacket: a waterproof jacket, in case of occasional afternoon rain showers
- Hat: to keep the sun off your face
OTHER ITEMS
- Water bottle
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen and lip balm: water/sweat-proof
- Personal first-aid kit: for your personal meds/needs
- Camera or Smartphone
- Water, Lunch/Snack food
Summers in Aspen tend to be warm and mild, but temperatures can easily drop as you head up in elevation, for example on Independence Pass. Rain/thunderstorms occasionally occur, more often than not in the afternoon rather than mornings. Rain gear will be essential if necessary. Participants will travel in the backcountry and should be prepared for any or all weather conditions.
-
Booking/Cancellation policy: AE requires a full credit card or cash/check payment to hold your reservation. Cancellations made within 7 days of a scheduled private or course will be charged full price. Travel Guard insurance is available via aspenexpeditions.com website.
Risk Management
Please note: AEW's number one priority is your safety. Many conditions affect our guides' decisions in the mountains, including client fitness and comfort, weather conditions and route conditions. There are inherent hazards in mountain travel such as inclement weather, avalanches, rock fall, ice fall that our guides manage yet cannot eliminate. The combination of our guides' formal training and wealth of experience assures that their sound decision create an enjoyable and safe mountain experience.Aspen Expeditions reserves the right to turn around or change routes without refunds or credits under any conditions.