Guided Trips to the Sierra Nevada & Worldwide!

Will Richardson Skis the Eastern Sierra Backcountry with Aplomb.

Ski the Backcountry!

Here it is, the beginning of the end of life as you know it. Imagine a whole new life. One of skiing without lift tickets, lift lines, parking woes, crowded cafeterias, and tracked out slopes. With your new found skills you will be able to travel in the mountains on skis equipped with modern ski touring gear that allows you to climb up steep snow slopes with ease yet still ski down with excellent downhill performance. Our backcountry ski instructors will help you figure out the nuances of the specialized equipment we use to access the goods.

Knowing before you go is a major part of having a safe and enjoyable trip in the backcountry. This course goes hand in hand with our AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course. The two programs together make up a complete backcountry decision-making curriculum. Reserve a space today for this life-changing program. You will be amazed at where it can take you!

NEW!
This course will never be cancelled due to lack of participation. That means that if you are the only sign up, you get the guide and the low price all to yourself!

 

Trip Itinerary | Prerequisites | Additional Information

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TRIP ITINERARY: Ski the Backcountry!

DAY 1

 

Meet your guide for breakfast in the town of Mammoth Lakes, CA. Check that everyone is prepared with the proper gear for the day and head out to the backcountry for in-the-field training. We teach uphill ski techniques to increase your safety, efficiency and comfort . We'll cover proper stride, pacing, tracksetting, routefinding, trail-breaking, kick-turns, and more. Downhill instruction includes tips for efficient transitions, terrain analysis, and skiing in backcountry snow with a pack.

Prerequisites:

  • Intermediate-Advanced downhill skiing skills
  • Ability to control speed and execute fall-line turns in control and comfort in various snow types and conditions
  • Good fitness

 

Additional Information


Trip Cost Inclusions:

  • AMGA Trained/Certified Ski Guide
  • Avalanche Safety Equipment Rental (if necessary)

Trip Cost Exclusions:

  • Personal ski and mountain gear or ski gear rental
  • Transportation to/within Eastern Sierra

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TRIP DETAILS

2011 Scheduled Dates:

7 Days a week!

Course Length:
Any

Course Level:
Introductory

Guiding Ratio:

6:1

Cost per day:
$375 for the first person and $60 for each additional person.

Recommended Prior SMG Programs:
AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course
June Mountain Off-Piste

Snow Camping and Winter Skills

Summer High Sierra Trekking

Recommended Follow-up SMG Programs:
Eastern Sierra Backcountry Skiing

June Mountain Off-Piste

AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course


 
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