PE 1654

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PE 1654
Ice Climbing

Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

Join us as we tiptoe up frozen waterfalls in the beautiful setting of the Adirondack Mountains. Come learn the fundamentals of this incredibly unique form of climbing while enjoying a long weekend in the beauty of a Northeastern winter. This course will take place in very cold temperatures during the day and includes indoor lodging at night. Emphasis is on front pointing and belayed technical climbing - techniques best suited to the steep water ice typically found in the Northeast. Covers equipment, German technique (front pointing), tool selection and placement, and winter safety and comfort.


Fees Course fee, $670. Fee for instruction, travel, and food.

Last 4 Terms Offered 2026SP, 2025SP, 2024SP, 2023SP

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Syllabi: none

  •   Seven Week - First.  Choose one lecture and one field studies.

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2710 PE 1654   LEC 001

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    • MW
    • Feb 8 - Feb 10, 2027

    • McLaughlin, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    For additional class information, visit: https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/spring-pe-courses/rock-climbing/ice-climbing
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 25, 2027. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education courses, including the Fee Waiver Application for a free or reduced course, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/enrollment-policies.

  •  2711 PE 1654   FLD 801

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    • Feb 12 - Feb 15, 2027

    • McLaughlin, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Taught in Lake Placid, NY.
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 25, 2027. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education courses, including the Fee Waiver Application for a free or reduced course, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/enrollment-policies.