Beginner ice climbing course in Tauer near Lienz

Day 1:

Meeting point at Matreier Tauernhaus at 8:30
Check the equipment and adjust the crampons
Approach to the ice park (about 20 minutes)
Knots and equipment
First steps in the ice - how to use crampons? The basis for gaining confidence!
Danger perception and safety precautions
Top rope climbing and releasing
General climbing techniques
Material maintenance

Day 2:

Warm up with climbing
Introduction to steep ice - climbing techniques
Climbing, climbing, climbing! You will be amazed at what you can do with proper technique and equipment!
Introduction to the setting and removal of ice screws
Introduction in stand construction and removal
Debriefing and closing at 16:00

Skills gained at the end of the course:

Ice climbing equipment and clothing
Nodes, backup devices, and their use
Securing, draining and rappelling
Proper setting of ice screws

All participants must have a decent rock climbing level. Minors must have authorization from their parents.

Lukas suggests bringing this equipment with you:

Long underwear (below and above), synthetic, merino or wool.
Warm pants (lined or fleece)
A warm fleece or a long-sleeved shirt (not cotton)
Lined jacket or vest, preferably down jacket
Waterproof Jacket with Hood (Gore-Tex or Nylon)
Waterproof pants (Gore-Tex or Nylon)
Socks (merino or ski socks)
Wool hood or lined hood that protects the ears and fits under the helmet
Waterproof climbing gloves (2 pairs)
Fixed mountain boots (if necessary also ski boots possible)
Leggings
Buff (throat protection)
At least 25 liters-backpack (space for clothing, snack, drink, climbing material)
Sunscreen (glasses and cream)
Thermos or water bottle (already full !!!)
Photo camera
Own medication