Deep Powder Skiing in Jackson Hole

Things to know

• What’s included?

  What you get on this adventure:

  • • An experienced, certified ski guide with extensive knowledge of the area
    • 7-day skiing adventure in Jackson Hole
    • Accommodation
    • All meals during your stay
    • Ski passess

  What’s not included:

  • • Transportation to Jackson Hole
    • Technical backcountry ski touring equipment — we can help you rent it
    • Beverages
    • Travel insurance
    • Guide gratuities — optional
• How fit do I need to be?

  In order to enjoy this adventure, you need to have a great level of fitness. You will be on your feet for seven full days. There is terrain for all skill levels, and the possibility of skiing both in resorts and in the backcountry. All participants, however, should feel comfortable on challenging blue or black-level resort runs and be able to carry a loaded daypack while skinning up variable degrees of terrain.

• What if I’ve never backcountry skied before?

  This 7-day backcountry skiing trip in British Columbia is ideal for both beginners and advanced backcountry skiers, and everything in between. The terrain is challenging and technical, requiring controlled descents in sometimes tricky environments. With an expert guide by your side, you’ll soon learn your way in the backcountry.

• What do I need to bring?

  For technical backcountry ski touring gear, you will need to bring:

  • • Alpine touring skis, telemark skis, or splitboard with skins (can be rented)
    • Touring boots and poles (can be rented)
    • Avalanche safety equipment (can be rented):
      • Digital, 3-antenna avalanche transceiver or beacon
      • Lightweight snow shovel
      • Avalanche probe

  For personal items, we recommend bringing:

  • • Daypack large enough to carry what you might need throughout the day (around a 30-40L backpack)
    • Helmet
    • Sunglasses or ski goggles
    • Face warmer
    • Light gloves
    • Insulated gloves or mitts
    • Brimmed cap and beanie
    • Wind and waterproof shell jacket with hood (Gore-Tex recommended)
    • Ski pants (Gore-Tex recommended)
    • Down jacket or vest
    • Synthetic or wool base layers, underwear, and socks
    • Comfortable lodge clothing, a nice shirt for dinners
    • One triple-action locking carabiner or two conventional locking carabiners
    • Repair kit and Leatherman for your equipment (can be shared between several people)
    • Water bottle and 1L of water
    • Thermos with a warm beverage — optional
    • Food you can eat on-the-go
    • First aid kit
    • Sunscreen
    • Headlamp with spare batteries
    • Toilet paper or WAG bag
• Can I rent equipment?

  All mandatory gear can be rented if you don’t have your own. You can rent:

  • • Avalanche safety pack (including backpack, beacon, shovel and probe)
    • Alpine touring or telemark skis, and touring boots and poles
    • Splitboards

  Ski rental locations are in Jackson Hole and should be picked up the night prior to your outing. If you need to rent gear, let us know and we can help make arrangements.

• Group sizes

  Group sizes and prices:

  • • The maximum group size for this skiing adventure in Jackson Hole is set at 12 people.
• Getting there and meeting location

  Jackson Hole has its own airport (Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) located only 15 minutes away), but Salt Lake City Airport (SLC), Utah (4.5 hour drive) is also an air travel option.

• Deposits and cancellation policy

  To secure your spot, a deposit in the amount of 15% is required at the time of booking. The remaining amount must be paid 90 calendar days prior to the trip departure.

  Please note that booking fees are non-refundable in all cases and will be deducted from the refund amount.