Glacier Climbing & Crevasse Rescue is the definitive instructional guide for safely traveling through steep snow, ice, and glaciated terrain. Written for intermediate to advanced climbers and ski mountaineers, this is the most comprehensive single-volume resource available on glacier travel and crevasse rescue.
Authored by IFMGA-certified mountain guide Ian Nicholson and recommended by the AMGA, this book combines clear, practical instruction with detailed step-by-step photography to build real, usable skills in the mountains.
Nicholson walks readers through the full scope of glacier travel, from foundational ropework and essential equipment—ice axes, crampons, harnesses, snow pickets, and more—to efficient footwork, movement on snow and ice, and sound decision-making. Core topics include trip planning and navigation, rope rigging, anchor building, belaying, rappelling, and self-rescue techniques.
Beyond the fundamentals, the book goes deep into crevasse rescue systems, including real-world considerations for skiers and splitboarders, expedition hazards, and complex rescue scenarios. Expert sidebars and firsthand stories highlight hard-earned lessons from the field, reinforcing best practices that can make the difference when conditions turn serious.
An essential reference for anyone venturing onto glaciers—whether climbing or ski mountaineering.
Author: Ian Nicholson
Pages: 336
Publisher: Mountaineers Books
ISBN: 978-1-68051-644-9
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