Deep in the Canadian wilderness is exactly where you might spend a week in April. While the wintertime temperatures are hard to bear, the spring brings perfect skiing conditions: the days are long, the snowpack is deep, avalanche conditions are excellent. And, most importantly, the untouched powder is begging to be ridden. So we’ll fly in—yes, a helicopter will drop us off and pick us up—set up our cozy basecamp, and explore extended and untracked routes for 6 days. There’s no shortage of world-class summit opportunities here on the Freshfields/Lambe glacier, so think of this trip as a fantastic way to cap off your ski season!
This six-day ski touring expedition in the Cariboo Mountains gives you an opportunity to ski perfectly preserved powder, summit magnificent peaks, and revel in jaw-dropping views of Canada’s backcountry. Start off your journey in an epic way with a helicopter flight to your high-altitude base camp with stunning views of the surrounding Premier Range! Spend your afternoons off the slopes, relaxing, storytelling, and enjoying great food, and your nights in tents under the stars. Venture deep into the Canadian wilderness for a backcountry trip you’ll never forget!
We’ll meet up in Golden, BC, fly into our camp, set it up, and unpack. There will be time in the afternoon for some warm up skiing!
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Base camp
We will dedicate 4 full days to skiing here! Usually, we’ll get an early start to take advantage of good travel conditions in the morning and plan to be back at camp before the day gets too warm. We aim to find the best skiing possible, explore big glaciated terrain, and get to some summits. Afternoons are typically spent lounging in the sun, exchanging stories, enjoying drinks and appetizers, and reminiscing on the day’s adventure.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: Base camp
If there’s time, we’ll go for our final ski runs. Then we’ll pack up and fly out back to Golden, BC.
Meals: Breakfast
My wife and I did 4 ski tours with Alpine Air Adventures. Our guides (Tamara DawnDyk and Jeff Bullock) were fantastic. They were knowledgeable and very confidence inspiring in the backcountry, picked great tours to match our desires / abilities, and were great to spend multiple days with. Jeff was very helpful with overall trip planning before and during our trip. Overall, an amazing experience and I hope to ski with them again in the future.
Guided ski touring with AAA is unreal. I keep coming back for more and only get more addicted! The knowledge of conditions and routes is deep enough that you can have excellent days even when most people choose to stay in. I’ll be back!
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In order to join this Freshfields ski trip, excellent fitness and prior backcountry skiing experience is a must. This trip is meant for strong, intermediate backcountry skiers/snowboarders who are ready to take on at least 4 consecutive days of skiing (you’ll also go out in the afternoon of Day 1 and possibly in the morning of Day 6)—but still have the comforts of heli-accessed camping.
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Liability waivers are a standard part of all guided outdoor adventures. Recently, the requirements have become a bit more rigorous for ACMG guides—meaning that you’ll need to agree to the signing of the waiver at the time of booking.
Prior to booking, we ask you to review the waiver. During the checkout process, you’ll have to acknowledge the risks and agree to the signing of the waiver. You are required to bring a printed copy on the trip.
Please note that signing and agreeing to the terms of the waiver is required in order to join this adventure. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us prior to booking.
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Group sizes and pricing
Freshfields ski trips can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The starting point of your Freshfields ski trip is Golden, BC. To get there, most people fly into Calgary Airport (YYC). From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport, or rent a car to reach Golden—it takes about 3-4 hours.
Once you’re there, you will meet your guide on Day 1 of the tour in Golden, BC. A detailed course package will be emailed to you 3 days prior to course commencement.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!
Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!
Deposits
You can secure one of the set dates with a 30% deposit upon booking. The remaining 70% of the trip price is to be paid 90 days prior to departure, at the latest.
Cancellations
Booking fees are non-refundable in all cases. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options:
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Flexible
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Third Basecamp with AAA. Always felt very secure with Jeff. He is extreamly knowledgable, professionnal and helpfull. We had a wounderfull Time, lots of fun and great skiing! It Is so fabulous to be alone in these magnificent mountains!!