Start your day off right with a hot coffee offered by our partner Bivouac Café, and join us for a morning talk around the fire with Alain Oligny.

This friendly gathering is the perfect opportunity to learn how to efficiently pack your bag for ice climbing—whether you’re heading out for an introductory outing or a more demanding day on the ice. Alain will share practical tips on how to avoid forgetting anything, optimize pack weight, organize your gear, and adapt to winter conditions and the type of outing.

On the agenda: essential gear selection, layering systems, safety considerations, pro tips, and real-world field experience—all in a relaxed atmosphere, coffee in hand, before kicking off the day.