The Perfect Gift!

 

The Gift is a superb and classic ice line towering high above the Bridge River. It can not be missed as you drive up the canyon - the road reaches a ninety degree right turn with the route rising high above you on a cliff band.

The day begins with an exciting fjord of the Bridge River in hip waders. On the far bank you strike off up the drainage below the route for approximately 200m elevation gain. The route features steep cauliflowers, a freestanding pillar crux, and long smooth stretches of continuous and incredible blue ice.

You will need to bring your headlamp for this classic. It’s a long day and the only down is to rappel the route. Once back at the base, we retrace our steps back to the river crossing, put on the waders, and cross back to the vehicle.

 

Crossing the bridge river with waders and poles.

 

Itinerary:

Day 1

Meet in Lillooet, BC at the Mile-O-motel the evening before the climb. We will discuss the climb and go over equipment to make sure you have everything.

Day 2

A&W breakfast at 6am. Drive north out of town into the Bridge River Canyon to the route (~40km). Arrive at parking spot by 7:30am. Complete the approach, climbing by 9am. Climb will take from 6-8hrs then rappel back to base and return to car at approximately 8pm.

Waiver

You are required to read the VMG Waiver and agree to it’s terms and conditions prior to paying or signing. Your guide needs to see the emailed waiver verification before participating.

 

Questions?

 
 

Fee:

Ratio 1:1 $1799

Ratio 1:2 $1299 each

Includes: guide, group equipment, crampons, and tools (if required).
 

Dates:

Dates are flexible Jan - Mar

2 - Days

 

Pre-requisite:

  • Good Physical conditioning

  • Lead belaying

  • Experience rappelling

  • Ability to second WI5 ice with a pack

Equipment:

  • harness

  • helmet (climbing)

  • ice climbing boots

  • ice tools

  • crampons

  • belay device (ATC type)

  • 2 locking carabiners

  • double length sling (120cm)

  • winter clothing (see equipment list)

  • headlamp (extra batteries)

  • wide mouth water bottle (1 liter)

  • lunch

  • personnel items (ie. bandaids, medication)

  • 30L climbing pack

Note: VMG will supply any equipment you do not have (except ice climbing boots).

 

high on the upper pitches of the gift with the river far below.

 
 

A superb multipitch!

The Gift is visible from every aspect when driving through the Bridge River Canyon. It just begs you to climb it. This climb provides you with pitch after pitch of perfect blue ice.