Chicks has Rebranded to IRIS
We’ve launched a New Website!
Email: info@irisalpine.com
Enrollment Open!
Red River Gorge Clinic: November 13 & 14, 2021
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Winter 2021/22 Programming
Ice Climbing Programs:
December 28 – 30: Ouray Ice Park: 3 Day Ice Climbing Clinic
January 24 & 25: Ouray Ice Park: 2 Day Ice Climbing Clinic
January 29 & 30: Lake City: 2 Day Ice Climbing Clinic
February 3-6: Ouray Ice Park: 4 Day Ice Climbing Clinic
February 11-13: Multi-pitch Back-country Ice; Ouray, CO: 3 Day Clinic
March 9 & 10: Bozeman, MT: 2 Day Ice Climbing Clinic
Ski Programs:
January 22: Intro to Back-Country Ski Touring & Split-boarding
February 1 – 2: Red Mountain Pass Ski Touring & Split-boarding
Avalanche Education:
February 21 -22: Level I
TESTIMONIALS:
“I am in awe of your technical expertise and knowledge and your ability to impart those skills during your clinics. I have continually been challenged by each and every one of you and have pushed myself to limits I never knew I was capable of. I have learned so much from you all, not just about climbing, but about myself, and all the while having fun doing it.”
Diane- Ouray, CO
“What I enjoyed most about the clinic was the entire group was very welcoming, learning technical skills and climbing with guides that were very supportive and had a great attitude.”
Nancy- Lima, OH
Update COVID-19 Cancellation Policy:
Updated November 2020
Chicks recognizes the seriousness of the Covid-19 pandemic and is adhering to safety guidelines from the CDC and our local municipality.
Given the extraordinary uncertainty, we have modified our programming and Cancellation Policy:
Business Practices:
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We encourage employees to use conservative social distancing practices at and outside of work
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We conduct daily symptoms check of employees
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We have shifted our standard business model to focus on smaller group sizes as well as private household/partner/friend courses.
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We encourage participants to bring their own personal gear: harness, helmet, boots
Client and Guide Screening:
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Do they have any of the following:
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Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
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Loss of taste or smell
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Cough
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Fever or chills
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Fatigue
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Muscle or body aches
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Headache
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Sore throat
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Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea
If so, they will be directed to return home and get tested for Covid-19
On Programs:
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All participants are required to bring a mask and hand sanitizer
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Meet and gear up with masks: outside is ideal
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Maintaining at least 6 feet distance apart as much as possible and wearing masks within 6 feet
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Separate driving, lodging, and dining; if participants must carpool, masks are encouraged
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Guides will carry extra hand sanitizer
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Rental helmets and climbing boots/footwear will be disinfected after each trip
If we have to cancel a course:
Credit full course cost towards a future course or full refund.
If you have to cancel for a course:
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More than 60 days prior to start date – Credit full course cost towards a future course (minus a $50 administration fee) or 50% refund
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30-60 days prior to start date – Credit full course cost towards a future course (minus a $50 administration fee)
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Less than 30 days prior to the start date – No credit. No refund.
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If your local area or the program area is under a government issued COVID-19 lock-down – Credit full course cost towards a future course
If you show signs or symptoms of COVID-19 within 2 weeks of your course or have been in contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19, we ask that you notify us immediately and do not attend. We will apply your course fee to a future course. For more information on the latest government recommendations, click on the following links:
