Group Courses

We provide drop-in group courses, such as group hikes, climbing clinics, and open cragging days. They’re a great way to get instruction on specific skills or tick off peaks with other hikers.

We’re also proud to support the ADK Climb Club, a local group meetup every Wednesday evening at 5:45pm — year-round! — for rock climbing, ice climbing, or bouldering. Need to borrow gear for the club? We provide it for free. Just reach out ahead of time.

  • We pick a peak and climb it! We rotate through many of the High Peaks to help aspiring 46ers work through their tick list. These courses are also great for folks looking for camaraderie and new friends to explore the High Peaks. Spots are limited!

  • Some of the mountain ranges are difficult to bag all in one day. For those, we offer group overnight backpacking courses. We’ll establish a campsite and attempt our peaks from there. Also great for hikers looking to hone their camping skills.

    Possible trips: Seward Range, Great Range, Dix Range.

  • Join a fun, beginner-friendly day of outdoor rock climbing in the heart of the Adirondacks! Whether you’re new to climbing or looking to brush up on your technique, this guided group outing is a great way to get on real rock, meet fellow adventurers, and experience the beauty of the High Peaks region. All equipment provided — just bring your sense of adventure!

  • Join our Intro to Outdoor Rock Climbing course in Lake Placid! Learn the basics of rock climbing movement, belaying, and the importance of good communication while enjoying a natural setting and incredible views in the heart of the Adirondacks. This course requires a 2-person minimum. Consider booking a private climbing session for one-on-one instruction for yourself or your group.

We’re adding new courses and dates all the time, so check back often! Or sign up for our email list below to always be in the know.

Reservation Policy

The Book a Trip form indicates your interest in reserving a trip with us and gives us enough info to start building your trip plan, but it doesn’t guarantee a spot will be available. We’ll get back to you as promptly as possible (usually 1-3 business days) to confirm if a trip on your preferred date is available.

After your itinerary has been set, Onward Mountain Guides will send an invoice for payment. The deposit is due upon receipt of the invoice, and payment of the remaining balance is due 7 days ahead of the start of your trip.

Trip requests are not considered booked and the dates are not reserved for you until the deposit has been paid.

Cancellation Policy

If a trip is canceled, at the guide’s discretion, due to weather or unfavorable conditions, a full refund will be issued.

If you cancel, for any reason, a refund or credit will be issued according to the following conditions:

  • Cancellations made 8 or more days out from the start of the trip will receive a full refund, including the deposit.

  • Cancellations made within 7 days of the start of the trip will forfeit the deposit.

We’ve done our best to make this respectful and fair. When you book your trip, our guides commit to it for their schedule, spend time preparing, and count on that income. Last-minute changes are disruptive, and it’s unlikely that we’ll be able to rebook your day with someone else.

Looking for something else?

Every client and trip is unique, and I understand that your vision for the perfect adventure may not align with the pre-defined trip plans. Don’t worry! I love a challenge and am more than happy to create a custom trip just for you. Reach out to me, and we’ll collaborate to develop a trip plan that caters to your goals or those of your group.