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Intro to Backcountry Skiing/Splitboarding Course

  • 204 Ryan Gulch Rd, Silverthorne, CO, United States, Colorado 80498 · Silverthorne
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Intro to Backcountry Skiing\/Splitboarding Course
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Colorado’s pristine backcountry has been calling- are you ready to answer? Comfortable on your snowboard or skis in the resort? Then this is the winter to take your first step. Our one-day backcountry adventure is the perfect introduction to the skills and confidence you need to explore beyond the resort.
Designed for both skiers and splitboarders, this trip gives you hands-on experience with touring equipment and techniques—something the AIARE Level 1 course doesn’t cover. It’s an ideal full-day adventure for newcomers and a great way to gain experience before taking AIARE Level 1.
Grab your friends, pick a date, and let our expert guides handle the rest. Your backcountry journey starts here!
Minimum of 4 participants required to run this course.
What You Will Learn:
Equipment
Intro and overview of touring gear
Proper and efficient transitions
Intro to avalanche safety gear
Awareness
Intro to trip planning and backcountry navigation
Intro to hazard management
Introduction to avalanche awareness
Movement
Use of uphill climbing skins
Intro to track setting
Intro to using kick turns
We want to ensure you receive the highest-quality education possible- without cutting corners- so you get the greatest value and benefit from your experience.
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