Introduction to Ski Touring

Are you just getting started?
Learn to travel up and then ski down with the support of an expert skier and qualified ski guide
Receive expert coaching on equipment, the finer elements of technique, transitions, terrain selection and more.

Trips:

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Description:

This is a great opportunity to improve on all aspects of your skiing and is suitable for beginner to intermediate level skiers.

Pick up from where your avalanche training course leaves off

Learn About everything from what to bring to, tuning your setup, ski techniques, backcountry essentials.

Details:

Instruction on all elements of skiing and backcountry travel in a mountainous environment.
Snowline Adventures provides instruction while in the following subjects in a safe, friendly and fun environment.

Gain skills in the following domains:

Terrain Selection
Ski Technique
Snowpack Analysis
Mountain Navigation
Improve Your Skiing in All Snow Conditions
Steep Skiing
Glacier travel
Efficient Travel Habits
Effective Decision Making

Length	1 Day
Elevations
Terrain
Guest to Guide Ratio	Up to 6:1 (Minimum of 3 participants to run)
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Cost	$215/pp *

Pricing:

Join a group	$215/day* (Maximum Guide Client Ratio 1:6)
Private group	$650/day* up to 3 clients $850/day* 4-6 clients

* Taxes not Included.

About Us:

Flexible Dates
ACMG/ IFMGA Certified Guides
Intimate Local Knowledge
Expert Skiers
Advanced Rescue skills
Passion for skiing and guiding you

About You:

Please consider the following notes on who this program is best suited for:

No Experience to Beginner Level
It’s optimal if you’ve skied a few runs previously

What is included:

Guides’ Fees
Pre-Tour Consultation
All Technical Equipment (harness, crevasse rescue and group gear)
Good times in the mountains

Not included:

Avalanche Rescue Equipment (we can supply rentals if necessary)
Whistler Blackcomb Backcountry Lift Ticket
Food
Transportation

Gear List:

Backcountry skis + skins or Split board set up (board, skins, poles)
30-litre backpack (something large enough to fit extra clothing, skins, food, water and any personal items)
Avalanche Transceiver, Shovel, Probe