Mt Columbia Ski Mountaineering

As part of our 10 Tallest Project, we’re headed to Mt Columbia this spring, the highest point in Alberta and #8 on the highest points in BC. While not a very technically difficult peak, Mt Columbia is situated in the midst of the vast Columbia Icefield. An area notorious for bad weather and poor visibility. However, it’s also breathtakingly beautiful and a feather in any mountaineer's cap!

We're planning to head up this beautiful peak in the spring as it will allow us to ski tour instead of walk making the trip a bit quicker and more enjoyable. Skiing down a mountain is so much more fun than walking!

There are also two different Mt Columbia packages to choose from: A 3-day trip where we access the Columbia Icefield via the Athabasca Glacier or a 2-day trip where we fly up to the base of the mountain in a helicopter from Golden. Both offer an amazing experience, the 3-day version just includes a little more work hauling big overnight packs.

The Ten Tallest Project:

What is the 10 Tallest Project? It's a goal we have of being the first to Climb or Ski the 10 highest peaks in BC. Some are easy to reach and not overly technical while others are quite involved and seldom climbed. But each and every peak is worthy! The plan is to offer trips on a few of these amazing peaks every year until we’ve done them all! For more information on the 10 Tallest Project can be found here.

Waiver & Risk Management:

As you know, outdoor activities involve numerous hazards including, but not limited to, avalanches, crevasses, rockfall, slips and falls, equipment failure, poor weather, etc. And while we do our best to anticipate and mitigate these hazards we cannot completely eliminate them. So, as with anything fun, you will be required to sign our Participant Release to take part in one of our courses or trips.