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Our curated collection of course resources is designed to complement our summer and winter programs, ensuring you achieve the best possible learning outcomes. These materials provide a technical foundation to support your practical training in the mountains.

Climber ascending Mount Dixon Climb in snowy conditions.

Mountaincraft

Mountaineering objectives in New Zealand's Southern Alps require competency in moving through a variety of terrain. From steep bush, over […]

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Wanaka Mountain Guides - Downloads

Summer Mountaineering Course Manual

The entire resources for the Summer Mountaineering Course, including the chapters of: Mountain Craft, Mountain Conditions, Technical Rope Skills, Glacier […]

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Snow-covered mountain landscape with rugged peaks in the background.

Mountain Conditions

Successful mountaineering is as much about understanding the prevailing conditions, how they are changing on an hourly or daily basis […]

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Alpine Rock Climbing Darrans

Multi-pitch and Alpine Rock Climbing Course Resources

The Multi-pitch and Trad Rock Climbing Course is designed for climbers ready to take their sport climbing skills and move […]

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Mountaineers practicing climbing skills on rocky terrain with safety gear.

Technical Rope Skills Course Resources

Familiarity with ropework is important in all areas of mountaineering. From simple pitching and abseiling to safeguarding short sections of […]

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Mount Aspiring climber with ice axe on snowy summit, New Zealand mountains.

Winter Mountaineering Course Resource

The Remarkables Mountaineering Course is based in the Remarkables mountain range near Queenstown. This is a popular venue for year-round […]

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Climber in green gear ascending an icy waterfall in New Zealand.

Ice Climbing Course Resource

The Ice Climbing Course is based at the upper crags and cirque of the South Branch of Wye Creek. The […]

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Alpine ski mountaineering skills training in Wanaka.

Ski Mountaineering Course Resource

Late winter and spring is the prime time for ski mountaineering in NZs high mountains. Seasonal snow depths are high […]

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Experienced skier navigating stunning glacier terrain in New Zealand.

Glacier Ski and Splitboard Touring Course Resource

Late winter and spring is the prime time for ski touring on NZs high glaciers. Seasonal snow depths are high […]

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