Familiar with placing ice, snow, and rock protection and anchor construction.
Familiar with basic knots, including: figure 8, bowline, clove hitch, munter hitch, mule hitch, prusik, flat overhand, double fisherman’s and klemheist.Confidence with French Technique on firm 40 degree snow, at the time of the course.Confidence leading moderate mixed terrain in the alpine environment, at the time of the course.Confidence leading AI/WI 3, at the time of the course.Confidence leading 5.8 in rock shoes and 5.6 in mountain boots (with or without crampons), at the time of the course.Successful completion of the Rock Guide Course or the Alpine Skills Course (for non-IFMGA track guides).For details on the updated avalanche education framework introduced in the 2017/18 season, please click here.Successful completion of a Level I Avalanche Training and Avalanche Rescue Course, or AMGA approved Level II.
Current Wilderness First Responder (WFR) Certification or higher that meets the Minimum Guidelines and Scope of Practice for a WFR. The AGC emphasizes a hands-on approach to the mechanics of guiding on alpine terrain. It provides training for aspiring guides and experienced guides who work in a wide range of alpine environments including alpine rock, mixed terrain, alpine ice, and waterfall ice. The Alpine Guide Course (AGC) is designed to take a competent alpine climber and develop the fundamental skills they need to guide in a non-glaciated alpine environment. In addition, check all prerequisites for Alpine Guide Course: We would like to support underrepresented communities to pursue guide training and education at the AMGA. Historically women, people of color, LGBTQ2IA+, and people with various underrepresented identities have faced barriers to entering careers as guides and instructors. This course is for anyone who does not fall into a dominant group at the AMGA. Frequently Asked Questions Can I apply for this course? *please note that you can apply for multiple programs via the scholarship application form, you will have an option to check off multiple programs. Complete the additional essay questions in the Scholarship Application Form. Apply for the Ascent Alpine Guide Course via our standard application process in your My AMGA Account ( How to Apply to an AMGA Program ). Ready to Apply? There are two main parts to this process: The application is due 2023 TBA (2022 February 28th) Location: 2023 TBA (2022 Estes Park/Boulder, CO). Dates: 2023 TBA (2022 June 23rd – July 1st Ascent Alpine Guide Course). 
We are excited to offer the next step of the Alpine Guide track after three years of offering the Alpine Skills Course. Ascent Alpine Guide Course – Sponsored by Eddie Bauer
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