- Advanced, Intermediate
- Ages 18+
The Alpine Leadership Mentorship Program was designed to support both rock and alpine climbers, and backcountry skiers and snowboarders in their quests to advance their skills and reach their true potential.
The Alpine Leadership Mentorship Program was designed to support both rock and alpine climbers, and backcountry skiers and snowboarders in their quests to advance their skills and reach their true potential.
The ski/splitboard mentorship program is designed for backcountry skiers and snowboarders who want the support of a professional guide while building and executing their own back country tours. We’ve built in margins to manage safety, so you can take your backcountry skiing/splitboarding to the next level.
The ski/splitboard mentorship program is designed for backcountry skiers and snowboarders who want the support of a professional guide while building and executing their own back country tours. We’ve built in margins to manage safety, so you can take your backcountry skiing/splitboarding to the next level.
This course is designed for backcountry skiers to learn the intermediate skills of ski mountaineering including glacier travel, ice axe and crampon use, self-arrest, belay & rappel skills, and anchor-building techniques.
Experience a fully immersive learning experience through our hut-based avalanche education courses. This is the best way to take the next step in your avalanche education with an AIARE 2 + 2 additional days of valuable touring time with feedback & coaching from your professional instructors.
Experience a fully immersive learning experience through our hut-based avalanche education courses. This is the best way to dive into the world of backcountry touring with an AIARE 1 + 2 additional days of valuable touring time with feedback & coaching from your professional instructors.
Learn rock climbing techniques from AMGA certified instructors and guides. From beginners to advanced, choose the course or trip that meets you at your level.
Learn from certified AMGA single-pitch instructors and AMGA certified rock guides how to place traditional protection on lead, lead traditional rock climbs at Smith Rock, and belay from an anchor above.
Designed for climbers who want to learn traditional climbing. The course focuses on gear placement, building solid anchors, rappelling, and crack climbing movement.
Designed for the gym to crag climber. Learn how to sport climb outdoors. Walk away with confidence in safety.
This course breaks down rock rescue into the individual components making it easier to understand. Your guides will run through fundamental lessons and scenarios while you have hand on practice. After a full day, we will add scenarios to build towards a full rescue.
Spend a day at Smith Rock on a guided climbing course. Walk away with new friends. Bring the family!
This course is intended to help you build your technical knowledge of lead climbing, station management, belaying from above, and descending techniques. Learn how to take on bigger routes with a certified guide.
The rock climbing mentorship program was designed for climbers who want to take their climbing to the next level through hands on application.
An easy to follow and succinct online course designed to support the foundation of any climber.
A comprehensive course built for the new and experienced rock climber. An excellent resource with tailored mentorship.
Combine your two favorite activities: climbing mountains and skiing down!
The Tooth is included in Nelson and Potterfield’s Selected Climbs in the Cascades Volume 1 and 2. Regardless of the route you choose, you’ll enjoy this alpine climb.
The Improbable Traverse on Guye Peak follows a series of diagonal ramps ranging from 3rd class to 5th class terrain.
Mt. Goode’s Northeast Buttress route is guarded by 15 miles of varied terrain, ranging from cruiser trail, steep slabs, and a temperamental glacier.
Mount Triumph is a lesson in Cascades alpinism. It requires a long approach which involves climbing to a pass, descending to an alpine lake, and back to another col, where camp is made.
Explore one of the five volcanos in Washington state. This remote volcano is an intermediate hike that involves snowfields and glaciers to reach the summit.
The East Ridge offers beginners a stimulating ridge climb that will take you to the summit of Eldorado Peak.
West Arete is advanced and incorporates more diverse skills, traversing glaciated terrain and amazing alpine rock.
The West Arete climbs the opposite line from the famous East Ridge. This advanced climb incorporates diverse skills that will take you over glaciers and alpine rock.
Two of the classic climbs in the North Cascades.
The North Ridge Route is an adventurous route up a Cascade classic with extensive travel over 3 glaciers and a rocky ridge traverse to the top.
The West Ridge ranks among one of the purest ridges in the Cascades.
Forbidden Peak’s West Ridge ranks among one of the purest ridges in the Cascades. You will be able to see the entire Forbidden Peak West Ridge and take in the experience that is the North Cascades.
Standing at 7,969 feet tall, Mount Olympus is the tallest peak in Olympic National Park. It’s a diverse climb full of hiking, snow/glacier travel, and rock climbing with a 35-mile round trip.
Baker’s North Ridge is compiled in many guidebooks as a Cascade classic. Climb the immaculate steep snow and ice ridge to the 10,778-foot summit. Or take the 2-day south route, which is a great introduction to glacier mountaineering.
Chair Peak, located in Snoqualmie Pass is an easy day climb located not far from Seattle. Check out the summer and winter options that are available.
Spend two days backpacking through some of Washington’s most scenic and peaceful places while learning the skills you’ll need to become a proficient backpacker.
Come to the Kaf office and engage in this 8-hour extensive classroom experience on the ins and outs of what it takes to plan your own backcountry experience.
The SPI exam is designed to help recreational climbers transition into capable and effective climbing instructors.
Explore what lies beyond boundaries of the ski resort and find those secret powder stashes!
Our AIARE 2 course provides higher level backcountry training, advanced avalanche decision-making skills and builds upon the AIARE 1 course.
Go up and over Mt. Hood with all your equipment. This course is designed to develop your intermediate climbing skills. a 3 day course with glacier travel.
Experience more exposure and complexity on routes like the Cathedral Ridge or the North Face on this Mt. Hood guided climb. Develop your craft, leadership, and mountaineering confidence.
Learn the fundamentals of crevasse rescue in a controlled environment. This course will teach you technical systems to extract someone from a crevasse while mountaineering.
Put some experience under your belt and advance your mountaineering skill set. This course will teach you new skills with a focus on leading in the mountains.
This course is designed for climbers to learn the intermediate skills of mountaineering including glacier travel, ice axe and crampon use, and self-arrest.
So, you’re familiar with the joy of swinging tools, foot placements on ice, and the unforgettable “screaming barfies”. Now you’re ready to take the next step in your climbing progression!
Now that you have some climbing experience under your belt, this course is the perfect opportunity to graduate from an indoor climber to outdoor leading.
This experience is designed specifically for climbers who want to push their climbing ability. Join us to take your climbing to the next level and experience an outdoor climbing road trip!
Dreaming of climbing Africa’s tallest mountain? Join Kaf Adventures and experience 17 days of Africa’s rich diversity & fascinating culture.
This trip combines adventure, learning, and travel. You’ll be introduced to different cultures while you develop your climbing skills.
This 12-day expedition leads you to climb the three highest peaks mountains in Mexico while experiencing rich cultural history, food, and communities.
Join us for an international climbing adventure in the fantastic nature reserve El Potrero Chico. Enjoy hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, and more.
Join our Red Rocks climbing guides and experience one of America’s most amazing geological landscapes – Red Rocks, Nevada!
Develop essential winter camping skills to increase your comfort in a winter landscape. Get hands-on experience with expert guides!
This course is designed to equip you with skills to navigate and execute during your own snowshoeing trip while experiencing the stunning view of the North Cascades.
Learn the fundamental skills needed to explore the backcountry on skis or a snowboard.
This winter, join us for an amazing and unforgettable ice climb experience in North Conway. If you are a beginner or advanced climber, New England is an amazing experience to develop your climbing technique.
Welcome to the wonderful world of frozen water! At Kaf Adventures we love to ice climb! Learn the basics of ice climbing in this course.
Join us for a one-day course learning about the best practices in avalanche rescue techniques and how to use the types of equipment in realistic scenarios.
Traveling in a winter environment has inherent risk. Snow conditions dramatically change throughout the winter, affecting snow stability. Learn to recognize avalanche terrain and more.
Join us for a five-day backpacking trip through the Mount Rainier wilderness, practice yoga, and explore the amazing forests and rivers.
All-day hikes are custom experiences designed specifically for you and your group. These private courses provide the perfect opportunity to explore the endless breathtaking views.
Climb the beautiful Glacier Peak, Washington’s fifth-highest mountain. At 10,500 feet, experience the amazing Glacier Peak wilderness and see the hidden gem rising above the surroundings.
There’s a reason Mount Shuksan is one of the most photographed peaks in North America. Take in unbelievable close-up views of Mount Baker and the North Cascades.
Washington’s highest peak truly earns its place as one of the pinnacles of American mountaineering glory. Standing 14,411 feet high, Rainier is the second-highest mountain in the lower 48.
Ever wanted to summit Mount Hood but feel like you don’t have the skills to do so? Spend a day with us on the mountain developing your mountaineering skills.
Conquer your inner desires while pushing your physical limits. Put your goals into action while embarking on a quest of the mind and body.
This is our ultimate climbing course. Push yourself physically and mentally while further developing your mountaineering and alpine climbing skills.
One important responsibility of traveling on a rope team is to be prepared for rescue on glaciated terrain. This 2-day course will take you to the next level with the technical skills.
This course is designed for climbers to learn fundamental mountaineering skills. Learn the basics of what it takes to climb a mountain.
AMGA is a sequence of climbing instructors and training programs. This course focuses on the technical skills that are required for rock climbing in a single-pitch setting.
This course is intended to help you build your technical knowledge of lead climbing, traditional gear, and strategy for multi-pitch climbing. Learn how to take on bigger routes with our experienced instructor.
If you are looking for a guided climb with friends or family or being mentored while refining your climbing skills, join one of our personable and professional climbing guides for a weekend of world-class climbing in the beautiful Smith Rock State Park.
This course breaks down rock rescue into the individual skills that make up a rescue. Your instructor guides you through the fundamental lessons to build towards a full rescue.
This course is designed for climbers who want to break into the world of traditional climbing. The course focuses on gear placement, building solid anchors, rappelling, and more.
Learn from certified AMGA single-pitch instructors and AMGA certified rock guides how to place traditional protection, construct EARNEST gear anchors, and lead traditional rock climbing routes.
If you’re an adventurous person looking for a hobby, take the next step and enroll in our outdoor climbing course.