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This fast-paced two-day ski mountaineering course is just what you need to take your backcountry skills to the next level! Master ski mountaineering fundamentals, such as belaying and rappelling, objective selection, and alpine hazard evaluation, with the help of expert ACMG-certified instructors. And when the basics sink in, test your newfound knowledge in British Columbia’s intricate terrain and monumental peaks!
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Meet your guide at 7:15 am next to the Pemberton Visitor Centre. After a discussion about the weather, avalanche conditions, and the day’s objectives, you’ll undergo an equipment check before heading to the mountain. After a full day of learning ski mountaineering tricks and techniques, end the day with a debrief at approximately 4:30 pm. Learn about creating a ski mountaineering route plan and take part in a discussion on tomorrow’s weather, avalanche forecasts, and mountain conditions.
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You will once again meet your guide at the Pemberton Visitor Centre at 7:15 am. After another discussion and equipment check, it’s time for a second day in the mountain. Take the chance to practice the skills you’ve learned yesterday before wrapping the tour up at 4:30 pm with a debrief of the day, a course debrief, and a Q&A session. Your guide will leave you with some advice on how to continue your ski mountaineering education.
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As part of this course, you will cover several crucial topics pertaining to safe and efficient ski mountaineering, such as:
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- Ski mountaineering equipment
- Belaying and rappelling, anchors
- Ski mountaineering objectives
- Glacier travel & alpine hazard evaluation
- Survival skiing techniques
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Secure your spot for next year with a 10% deposit!
This tour gets sold out very quickly, but with early-bird booking, you will be the first one to know about any new upcoming dates. Pick your preferred dates without risk of your bucket list adventure selling out!- Only 10% of the total amount should be paid as a deposit upon booking. This deposit is non-refundable, but can be transferred to another 57hours adventure any time in case the dates don’t suit you.
- Once the dates are set, you can confirm your booking by the end of this year by paying another 20% of the total amount.
- The final balance is due 3 months (90 days) prior to departure.
Once the trip has been confirmed, the regular cancellation policy applies.
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