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13 Sep 2019, Posted by Ski NASTC in Latest News

Portillo, Montana, Niseko, Kicking Horse, St Anton, Squaw…where will you ski this year? Adventure Skiing in the US, Europe, Japan, Canada, Chile, BACKCOUNTRY GUIDING, AVALANCHE SCHOOL Fall Rock Climbing Lessons on Donner Summit St Anton The Birthplace of Adventure Skiing When non-skiers think of Austria, Mozart and pastries might come to mind.  But ask any skier what is the first thing that comes to mind when they think of Austria…POWDER! Austria is a pipe dream destination for most skiers.  Alpine…

Kidz Climb – Annual Rock Climbing Camp

08 Jun 2015, Posted by Ski NASTC in Latest News

Kidz Climb Camp Dates: June 25th & 26th, 2015 Time: 9:00am-1:00pm Location: Donner Summit NASTC’s popular children’s climbing camp returns for it’s 15th season! This two-day camp is full of adventure. Kids will learn and challenge themselves through rock climbing. New climbers will learn the basics, intermediate climbers will work on their technique & tactics for more difficult climbs. Climbing allows kids to practice their problem solving and decision-making skills, tangible goal setting and forces them to be present and…

NASTC NEWS: Chile’s Hidden Gem, Summer Reading List, Mountain Bike Demos & Stunt Show

27 May 2015, Posted by Ski NASTC in Latest News

Rock Climbing Season Has Begun! Learning how to rock climb is easy and rewarding with NASTC’s certified guides. NASTC offers private rock climbing lessons and guiding on Donner Summit in Truckee. Donner Summit has world class granite that is ideal for climbing and you will get big views of the Tahoe Basin with each climb. Rock climbing is a great way to get away from the crowds on busy weekends and find some relaxation in the outdoors with friends and family….

Kidz Climb Camp

12 May 2015, Posted by Ski NASTC in Uncategorized

KIDZ CLIMB CAMP Dates: 2019 DATES TBA Price: $125 In this popular camp (in its 13th year!) your child will get to climb Donner Summit’s classic granite. Whether beginner or intermediate they’ll thrive, grow, and reach “new heights” during this course led by NASTC’s top guides. Students begin with an equipment orientation, learn how to use their climbing slippers well, and familiarize themselves with a couple climbing knots. We keep groups 5:1, and kids climb a bunch! We break for…

NASTC NEWS

28 May 2014, Posted by Ski NASTC in Latest News

    As the Mercury Rises, So Does The Anticipation of Skiing in Portillo, Chile As it gets hotter, the thought of cooling off on the slopes in Portillo gets better and better. Skiing under the brilliant Andean sun, with fresh white snow underneath you and enjoying traditional Chilean barbecue and a pisco sour while overlooking the Inca Lake sounds like paradise as the haze of the heat grows more intense. The NASTC-Portillo ski week is the ideal escape. A…

NASTC Climbing: Group Summits Mt Shasta – 15th year

21 May 2012, Posted by Ski NASTC in Latest News

NASTC Climbing: Group Summits Mt Shasta – 15th year On Sunday morning May 13, under sunny, crisp skies a group of strong advanced skiers summitted California’s 5th highest peak, the 2nd highest in the Cascade Range: the dramatic and rewarding Mt Shasta.  This represents a huge accomplishment!  When you summit Shasta you have ascended and descended a combined 14,000+ vertical feet in just a weekend. That’s huge! We work with guides from NASTC and Shasta Mt Guides for this 3-day…

Climbing Season Has Begun!

14 Jun 2011, Posted by Ski NASTC in Latest News

The warm temps have finally arrived.  The climbing season has now officially begun.  The Sierras offer some of the best climbing in the world.  The granite found right here in the Tahoe Basin is some of the best quality granite in the world.  Rockcliming is a great cross-training sport to add to your summer activities.  Rockclimbing is both a physically and mentally challenging sport that offers “in the moment” goals and decision-making, while building strength in your upper and lower…

The Swiss Machine

21 Apr 2011, Posted by Ski NASTC in Latest News

Check out this video of Swiss alpinist, Ueli Steck a.k.a The Swiss Machine.  This guy is a genuine bad a**! It is always inspring to see athletes pushing the limits and breaking boundaries.  You have to admire their passion and determination.  The first video is of his record breaking ascent of the Eiger – 2hr 47min.  Note that he is free climbing, no ropes, just ice axes and crampons!  The second video is an interview with Ueli, how he prepares…