Provided by The Backcountry Pros
Salt Lake
Friday, April 26, 2024
Class is Friday-Sunday 4/26-4-28. Yurt based. Course location will be in the Uinta Mountain alpine (depending on conditions). $1200pp. 3:1 ratio. Course led by AMGA certified Ski Guide or IFMGA guide.
Advanced skiers need a specific skill-set to keep them safe and moving in steep and technical terrain and this backcountry skiing based course focuses on just that. This course operates from a yurt in the Uinta alpine and is truly a fun time!
Topics Include:
-Ascending in complex terrain
-Belayed skiing
-Use of rope for belay and rappel in the alpine setting
-Crampon and ice axe use and self arrest
-Downhill movement in and management of steep terrain
-Introduction to glacier travel and crevasse rescue
-Winter camping
-Gear considerations
-Planning appropriate objectives
Prerequisites:
High Advanced to Expert ski or snowboarding ability
Ability to skin a minimum of 3000'/day at a moderate pace
Avalanche I certification minimum
Available: 4/26/24-4/28/24
Trip Duration: 3 days
Minimum Group Size: 1
Student/Instructor Ratio: 3:1
Rates:
$1200pp