Hampton Alpine

01/16/2026

FREE COMMUNITY CLIMBING

This coming spring I am excited to offer free mid-week climbing programs for our north country community in collaboration with ADAPT, Inc.

Adapt is an incredible non-profit that has been operating through central and northern New Hampshire for the last 30 years. Their focus is connecting middle and high school students with the greater north country community, outdoor activities and fostering community through team building activities and experiential learning.

Get your waiver on file at the link below to get a head start and first dibs at our free mid-week community climbing days this spring.

https://www.cognitoforms.com/Adapt6/RockClimbingWithHamptonAlpine

This is an excellent opportunity to step into the world of outdoor rock climbing without the overhead costs.

Weekend and Holiday Guiding Rates will apply.

09/09/2025

Fall Temps are here for Rock Climbing and Hiking - there is no better time of the year to learn the skills that keep you secure on the rock and in the mountains.

I am excited to be partnering with AdaptNH through their WYLD and YLTA programs be offering Rock 101, Rock 201, and Guided Hikes as introductory and skill building courses in the outdoors.

40%-50% of all course fees will be going directly to AdaptNH.org in order to help further outdoor and experiential education for public school students in northern New Hampshire.

Reach out to us for more information on how to book your days outside with us and help provide programming to youth in the North Country!

**Our instructors are Wilderness First Responder and American Mountain Guide Association certified**

Our goal is to organize, coordinate, and administer an alcohol, to***co, and other substance abuse, prevention and intervention program that address the needs of youth ages 5 to 21 in the communities we serve. We collaborate with area schools, local businesses, police, community members, and other a...

08/12/2025

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝗧𝗦𝗨 𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗴.

Ice climbing in Mount Washington Valley generates $𝟲.𝟮 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 annually, supports 𝟯𝟲 𝗷𝗼𝗯𝘀, and draws nearly 𝟭𝟮,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘀 each season—with 𝟴𝟱% 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 coming from outside the region.

Led by Dr. Ben Mirkin of VTSU Lyndon’s Outdoor Education, Leadership, and Tourism (OELT) program, in collaboration with VTSU alumni Eleanor Weisman-Rowell, undergraduate research fellow Carson Zundel, Friends of the Ledges, and Dr. James Maples and Dr. Ryan Sharp of the University of Tennessee, the studies highlight how outdoor recreation fuels local economies and community identity. These findings come at a critical time, as proposed changes to regional rail could impact access to key climbing areas.

“Ice climbing is more than a niche sport—it’s a driver of tourism, a source of jobs, and a catalyst for community identity.” -Dr. Mirkin

“This study clearly shows how key ice climbing is to the economy of the Mount Washington Valley, and affirms what climbers have always known – that it is critical to prioritize and protect ice climbing areas.” -Molly Mundy, Access Fund

🔗 Learn more about this research vis VermontBiz: https://vermontbiz.com/news/2025/august/11/vermont-state-university-study-reveals-impact-ice-climbing

11/26/2023

Easy

09/07/2023

Each day the leaves have been getting rustier looking, autumn is encroaching and the mountains will become a palette of color for a short period, reminding us how fast time flies. 🍁
•
Climbing temperatures are just around the corner, don’t miss the chance to climb in one of the coolest venues around at the best time of the year. 🧗
•
Get outside and explore the beautiful notches of New Hampshire! We have a handful of climbing and 4,000 footer hiking days available through October.🏔️
•
Weekends can be busy - if you’re like us and enjoy escaping the crowds we offer weekday deals through foliage season. Message us for offerings - give yourself that extra Friday or Monday weekend extension and go for an adventure! 🤘
•
•
•

08/30/2023

Franconia Ridge was voted one of the top 10 alpine ridges in the country by Outside Magazine once upon a time.
•
While less technically challenging with an emphasis on physical and environmental challenges, this ridge line hike is a great start for breaking into bigger days and more technical terrain in the mountains.🏔️
•
With similar weather to its neighboring mountain range, Mt. Washington and the Presidential Range and spreading across the Western White Mountains; the 5,000 foot high ridge line stretching nearly a mile and a half will attract some of the gnarliest weather in the region as well.🏔️
•
You will want to bring the essentials and know where to go should the weather roll in. Having a guide with you can ensure a degree of security should anything come up for you on your adventure into the alpine zone.🏔️
•
Reach out for our Fall adventures - you won’t want to miss the vibrant colors our notches have to offer. 🍁🏔️
•
•
•
•

08/18/2023

Updated page and Website

Adventure Guide Service and Outdoor Education
Human Fueled Adventure
Community Through Adventure

07/25/2023

Do you need to risk your life in pursuit of climbing righteousness? Maybe, but later it might not seem worth the risk.