The objective of this expedition team was to spend July in Alaska, firstly on the Pika Glacier in the Denali National Park, then Fairbanks, and finally at Hatcher Pass in the Talkeetna Mountains. The group wanted to develop their alpine climbing skills and improve rock climbing skills on different terrain, gain experience with a remote expedition, including the logistics and developing self-reliance. They also wanted to discover new bouldering routes in Hatcher Pass and document this online to encourage more climbers to the area.

In addition to funding provided by the Exploration Board this expedition was supported by the Old Centralians' Trust.