Logistics
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CASCADES SCHEDULED CLIMBS
MEETING TIME & RETURN TIME
Plan to meet us at the Mountain Madness office at 7am. Your guide will do a thorough equipment check and detailed briefing of your itinerary. If staying at a nearby hotel we suggest taking a taxi or über to the office. Allow for about twenty minutes if coming from airport hotel. If you chose to drive a vehicle to the office there is on street parking, however time allowed is on three days in any given spot.
The time you return to the Mountain Madness office after your trip is often unpredictable. As a result, we suggest you spend an additional night at a hotel and return home the day after your trip. We cannot guarantee arrival time back to the office.
HOTELS
Our offices are conveniently located within a short drive from the airport. For the sake of logistical ease, we highly recommend you stay at one of the nearby hotels listed below. If you’re looking for a more complete Seattle experience, we recommend you switch hotels after your climb to a hotel in closer proximity to the city.
Near SeaTac Airport (only a 20 minute drive away from the office):
Near Mountain Madness:The Grove West Seattle Inn
TRANSPORTATIONAll scheduled trips include transportation from the office to the trailhead and back to the office, unless otherwise noted. Plan to pack according to the packing list as space in vehicles will be limited to only the equipment needed for your trip.
EQUIPMENT
A list of rental equipment and items for purchase can be found HERE. The equipment list can be found on the trip page. For any questions regarding equipment, please be in touch with our Equipment Manager, Joe, at gearmanager@mountainmadness.com or (206) 512‑8825
FOOD
On scheduled climbs Mountain Madness provides mountain meals, unless otherwise, noted. We do not provide snacks for during the day, so bring your favorites. Restaurant meals and food while in transit to and from the mountains, and post climb is not provided.
CONTACTS
Emergencies: Jaime Pollitte — (603) 616‑8445 or Mark Gunlogson — 206−953−9046
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONSWe suggest you take a look at the Frequently Asked Questions where you will find more excellent info about your trip, including the Terms and Cancellation Policy should you need to cancel or the limitations of changing dates. In addition, please consider a gratuity for your guide(s) of 10 – 20% of trip cost when making your budget.
DISCOUNTS
Through various partnerships you will receive discounts on the below (consult with our office for special code):
Helly Hansen- 20% off retail.
Feathered Friends- 10% off retail.
Ascent Outdoors- 15% off online prices
Mountaineers Books- 25% off retail
Alpine Athletics- 25% discount on training programs to get your physically prepared for your trip
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CASCADES SCHEDULED COURSES
MEETING TIME
Plan to meet us at the Mountain Madness office at 7am. Your guide will do a thorough equipment check and detailed briefing of your itinerary.
HOTELS
Our offices are conveniently located within a short drive from the airport. For the sake of logistical ease, we highly recommend you stay at one of the nearby hotels listed below. If you’re looking for a more complete Seattle experience, we recommend you switch hotels after your climb to a hotel in closer proximity to the city. We also have some of those options listed below.
Near SeaTac Airport (only a 20 minute drive away):
Near Mountain Madness and Downtown Seattle:
TRANSPORTATION
CONTACTS
Emergencies: Jaime Pollitte — (603) 616‑8445
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISCOUNTS
Ascent Outdoors- 15% off online prices
Helly Hansen- 20% off retail.
Feathered Friends- 10% off retail.
Mountaineers Books- 25% off retail
Alpine Athletics- 25% discount on training programs
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CUSTOM TRIPS
MEETING TIME
Plan to meet us at the Mountain Madness office at 7am. Your guide will do a thorough equipment check and detailed briefing of your itinerary.
HOTELS
Our offices are conveniently located within a short drive from the airport. For the sake of logistical ease, we highly recommend you stay at one of the nearby hotels listed below. If you’re looking for a more complete Seattle experience, we recommend you switch hotels after your climb to a hotel in closer proximity to the city. We also have some of those options listed below.
Near SeaTac Airport (only a 20 minute drive away):
Near Mountain Madness and Downtown Seattle:
TRANSPORTATION
CONTACTS
Emergencies: Jaime Pollitte — (603) 616‑8445
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Unless you have made arrangements directly with Mountain Madness please note that custom trips require the clients to provide transportation for the group and the guides to and from Seattle.
Date changes are subject to a $200 fee.
For any questions regarding equipment, please be in touch with our Equipment Manager, Joe, at gearmanager@mountainmadness.com or (206) 512‑8825
Remember: Tips for our guides are highly appreciated! Typically budget 10 – 20% for a good experience.
DISCOUNTS
You can purchase equipment online for a 15% discount using the could MMRENTAL2022 at Ascent Outdoors. If you are picking up your equipment, please indicate the date and time you’d like to do so.
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ROCK COURSES
MEETING TIME
Plan to meet us at O’Grady’s at 8am. If you would like to adjust the meeting location, please contact us in advance.
HOTELS
Lodging information for Leavenworth
TRANSPORTATION
CONTACTS
Emergencies: Jaime Pollitte — (603) 616‑8445
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
This is a rock climbing course, so you are expected to cover all of your transportation and lodging fees. The trip cost is based on number of participating members, so please let us know what minimum ratio of guides to participants you would like to pay for.
For any questions regarding equipment, please be in touch with our Equipment Manager, Joe, at gearmanager@mountainmadness.com or (206) 512‑8825
Remember: Tips for our guides are highly appreciated! Typically budget 10 – 20% for a good experience.
DISCOUNTS
You can purchase equipment online for a 15% discount using the could MMRENTAL2022 at Ascent Outdoors. If you are picking up your equipment, please indicate the date and time you’d like to do so.
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OURAY ICE
MEETING TIME
As your trips grows closer, expect to hear from your guide, who will confirm a time and place to meet in Ouray. Typically we will meet you at your hotel around 8:30 a.m. on day one.
HOTELS
Nestled in the San Juan’s, the small mountain town or Ouray offers some great dining and accommodation options during your stay. If you’re looking for a nice steak, or you just want to soak in the mountain views from the comfort of your hotel hot tub, Ouray has you covered! Relaxing in town post ice climbing day just adds to the experience.
Some great hotel options with varying locations and amenities in town are the Box Canyon Lodge, the China Clipper Inn, and the Ouray Inn.
TRANSPORTATION
CONTACTS
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Please arrange for any rentals with Ouray Mountain Sports
You must submit this Rental Form and Waiver for all rentals and a copy of your driver’s license if you need us to pick up your equipment for you.
Ouray Mountain Sports can be contacted at
732 Main St.
PO Box 500
Ouray, CO 81427
970−325−4284 http://ouraysports.com/rentals/
Open Daily 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.DISCOUNTS