Spend two days in the Canadian Rockies to learn the safety and techniques of backcountry skiing
Have you ever spent some time on your skis in the backcountry and were wondering about some unanswered questions on terrain choices or avalanche danger? Stood at the top of a run and wondered how to get down or deal with steeper descents and up tracks? Then this is the place for you. The goal of this course of this backcountry skiing program is to take you to the next level. Combining the pure backcountry experience with the opportunity to solidify the basics and develop more sophisticated techniques makes this program appropriate for those looking for 2 days of guided skiing and splitboarding. This program is designed to refine your skillset allowing you the ability to venture deeper into the mountains.
Throughout this backcountry skiing course, you will receive intensive coaching about your riding technique from ACMG guides. Your technique will be fine-tuned with additional skills to cope with different snow conditions and slopes while skiing unforgettable descents.
The final goal is to allow you to travel efficiently and confidently in the backcountry and be ready to take on more advanced tours and guided adventures.
Highlights of the Backcountry Ski or Splitboard the Canadian Rockies
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Backcountry Ski or Splitboard the Canadian Rockies Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Introduction to backcountry ski
Your way will start with course introduction and briefing in office located in Canmore. Your gear will be checked and you’ll be issued avalanche gear (if needed). Following activities today: Avalanche rescue review and group practice, trail breaking and track setting, recognizing avalanche terrain and avoiding avalanches. You will also learn about the decision making for the descent of skiing or splitboarding. In the evening, you’ll overview of Sunday’s objective.
Overnight Location: Not included
Meals: Not included
Day 2 Field Day and training
The morning will start with reviewing the trip plan and current conditions, followed by track setting – refinement including kick turns. Afterwards you’ll train about planning and building corners in difficult or steep areas. The course will end with returning to Canmore.
Overnight Location: None
Meals: Not included
Backcountry Ski or Splitboard the Canadian Rockies Tour Price and Dates
This guided skills training course is run as a fixed-departure tour where you’d be joining a group, however, custom private tours can be organized for those willing to travel with their group only (please contact us with your preferred date and the number of people in your group and we will create the itinerary just for you).
Prices below are per person:
Accommodation on Backcountry Ski or Splitboard the Canadian Rockies Tour
There are no included accommodations on this tour. You will be responsible for choosing and booking your own accommodations, although we are happy to lend a hand. Travellers taking this course can enjoy a discounted rate at Clique Hotels & resorts.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Accommodation in Canmore
Accommodation on this tour is not included. A variety of accommodation options exist in both Canmore, Calgary and Banff, including campsites, hostels, all levels of hotels as well as condo-style accommodation with kitchens or suites. We recommend that you book your own pre and post-trip accommodations well in advance as all levels of accommodations in the Bow Valley fill quickly.
What’s Included in the Backcountry Ski or Splitboard the Canadian Rockies Tour?
Logistics, Meals and Accommodation
This training course doesn’t include any meals, transportation, or accommodation. If you need any help with booking your own accommodation, we are happy to assist you if needed. Travellers taking this course can enjoy a discounted rate at Clique Hotels & resorts. For meals, please pack your own high-energy meals and snacks for field days.
Included
- Instruction classroom material
- Avalanche safety equipment use (probes, shovels, snow crystal cards)
- Certified and skilled instructors
Not included
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Visas if required
- Hotels
- Meals, drinks, or snacks
- Optional excursions
- Anything not mentioned as included
- GST (5%)
Optional Extras
- Extra day of training
- Equipment rental
Frequently Asked Questions about Backcountry Ski or Splitboard the Canadian Rockies
Located in Canmore, Alberta at the gates of Banff National Park, Yamnuska Mountain Adventures is one of Canada’s premier providers of mountaineering, rock & ice climbing, backcountry skiing, hiking, and trekking experiences in the Canadian Rockies. For over 40 years, we have hosted thousands of clients from Canada and all over the world. Our brand is known for quality mountain experiences, safety, and well-organized itineraries. We have some of the best mountain guides and hiking guides in the industry. All Yamnuska Mountain Adventures climbing guides are certified through the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides.
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