Crevasse Rescue Pocket Guide, 2nd Edition : A Field Reference
Refresh your knowledge of modern techniques for rescuing climbers from crevasses with step-by-step instructions in this compact, durable pocket guide. Techniques include: The fundamentals of glacier travel Building secure anchors in snow How to react to a crevasse fall The importance of communication Self-rescue, including climbing out and ascending the rope Team rescue, including direct haul and a 2:1 or 3:1 (Z) pulley setup.