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  • Matterhorn Ascent - A Classic Alpine Dream!

    The Matterhorn is one of the world’s most iconic mountains and arguably the most recognisable peak on earth. Rising dramatically above Zermatt, its elegant pyramid shape, steep ridges and unforgettable skyline have inspired generations of climbers and mountain lovers. For…

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  • Icefall Climbing Skills (Instructional Course)

    What You'll Learn Throughout the week you'll develop the essential skills, techniques and confidence needed to climb frozen waterfalls safely and efficiently in the winter mountains. Under the close guidance of your experienced ISM Guide, you'll receive progressive coaching both…

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  • Classic Alpine Icefalls

    Take the next step in your ice climbing journey with our Classic Alpine Icefalls Course. Designed as the natural progression from our Level 1 Ice Climbing Skills Course, this five-day programme builds on your existing skills, introducing you to longer…

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  • Canadian Classic Icefalls 2027

    Experience the ultimate ice climbing adventure in the Canadian Rockies, home to some of the finest frozen waterfalls and most iconic icefalls in the world. ISM offers two weeks of unforgettable climbing in the spectacular wilderness of Banff and Jasper…

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  • 2026 Virgin Peaks Expedition - Kyrgyzstan

    In 2022, ISM celebrated 25 years of leading adventurous expeditions into Kyrgyzstan. ISM is proud to have been part of the climbing and mountaineering history during this time. Our trips have always been a mixture of exploration, virgin summits, and…

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  • Spring Newsletter

    In the Alps, the heavy winter snows and continuing cold weather have given perfect ski touring conditions for April and May, and the promise of great mountaineering conditions for the summer.

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  • Pat Littlejohn Interview

    ​Dave Pickford, Editor of CLIMB magazine, spoke to Pat Littlejohn in October 2012. Read the full interview here.

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  • 2012 Expedition Report – Tien Shan

    Initially the expedition set out to explore the Kokgart region of the Kokshal range, which lies to the west of the established climbing, opposite the military base of Orto Kaskasu.

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  • Courses for Challenge and Enjoyment

    ​Mountaineering is a wonderfully diverse sport. It changes its nature with the seasons, and by the time we reach ‘high summer’ Britons have traditionally been drawn to bigger mountains, more often than not to those on our doorstep – The Alps!

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  • Climbing on Gran Canaria by Pat Littlejohn

    ​Each year many of us wonder where we can go in the depths of winter to climb in warm weather. Spain can be great of course, but last year (Jan/Feb 2010) it suffered several freezing-cold periods, as did the eastern…

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