Say What? 2016 Michigan Ice Fest Registration Is Offically Open!

 

 

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Well it is May and the ice season has just ended here in the Upper Peninsula and we are already stoked to start climbing again!  Our big news is that registration for all of Michigan Ice Fest 2016 courses is now officially open!  We have been working really hard for the last few months to organize and offer a spectacular event for the 2016 season.  Check out the new additions to your Michigan Ice Fest!

NEW FOR 2016

*Intermediate Course

*Intermediate Women’s Course

*Advanced Leading Course

*Back Country Adventure

*Photography/Rigging Workshop

*1/2 Day Clinics

*Ice Climbing Teaser Course

* Belay Station and Transitions on Multi Pitch Course

* Equipment Modification Clinic

* Ice Screw and Anchor Placement Clinic

* Decreased Registration Fee

* Decreased Demo Fee

*Class participants will get demo gear for their class day only

*Ice Fest starts a day earlier on Wednesday Feb 10th 2016!

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Our clinics are the perfect opportunity to gain experience and knowledge from some of the best climbers in the world!  We have scheduled our athletes to teach our Saturday through Sunday courses.   All courses Wednesday – Friday will be taught by local climbers.  All MIF clinics are first come first served, so we highly recommend you sign up as soon as possible to ensure you get into the clinic you are interested in. Space is limited in all of our clinics!   For a complete list of of clinics please click HERE

 

We are so excited for the 2016 event with the release of the Michigan Ice Film, new courses, and an excitement building around ice climbing in the Midwest.  Please help spread the word to your friends that registration is now open.  Just like last year, our registration is online so if you are interested in locking up a spot in one of the clinics click HERE

THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS IF PARTICIPANTS CANCEL! 

THESE CLINICS FILL UP FAST!

Unfortunately we must adhere to a strict no refund policy due to high demand of our clinics. If you have any questions regarding Ice Fest please dont hesitate to contact bill at:  downwindsports@gmail.com  or by calling 906-226-7112