If you want to get into ice climbing and mountaineering, Queenstown / NZ is a good place and the RIMF is a good time.
Spots in the clinics fill up fast but there's a variety of options.
https://iceandmixedfestival.co.nz/signup/
Trip category
Mountaineering
Date and Time
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Difficulty level
Moderate fitness and some experience
Estimated Costs
None