Introduction to Backcountry Skiing
2.5 day course - $400 per person - Jan 1/2/3, Feb 15,16,17
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Itinerary
Day 1
7:00PM Meet in Whistler for trip-planning session
Day 2
8:30AM Meet in Whistler at base of lifts for orientation and preparation
9:30AM Commence ski day:
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Route Planning
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Companian Rescue
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Terrain Assessment
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Track Setting
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Safe Travel/Skinning Technique
4:00PM Return to Whistler Base for debrief
5:00PM Finish for the day
Day 3
6:30AM Meet in Whistler (Location TBD) to commence carpool
9:30AM Commence on the Duffey Lake Road
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Put skills learned to use in a new setting, potential summit
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Continued coaching on new skills
5:00PM Return to Whistler for debrief
5:30PM Finish for the day
Included
Avalanche Safety Equipment
Not included
Whistler Backcountry pass, Lunch, Transportation to/from Whistler. backcountry ski touring equipment (skis, skins, beacon, shovel, probe, backpack)