We all dream of Colorado powder and our Introduction to Backcountry Skiing and Snowboarding class covers the essential skills to move beyond the resort. From skinning technique and uphill travel to terrain selection, avalanche awareness, and descent skills on untracked snow.
We all dream of Colorado powder and our Introduction to Backcountry Skiing and Snowboarding class covers the essential skills to move beyond the resort. From skinning technique and uphill travel to terrain selection, avalanche awareness, and descent skills on untracked snow.
Quick Facts
Location:
Various
Various
Various
Prime Season:
Winter
Winter
Winter
Duration:
4-8 hrs
4-8 hrs
Itinerary Type:
Private
Private
Skill Level:
Easy
Easy
Price:
From $449
From $449
Overview
Itinerary
Pricing
FAQ
Inclusions
Intro to Backcountry Skiing and Boarding is for resort skiers and riders who want to travel beyond the lifts. It introduces the movement, systems, and basic awareness needed for human powered snow days in Colorado’s backcountry.
You will learn skinning, transitions, uphill travel, terrain selection, group travel, basic avalanche awareness, and descent tactics. Your guide chooses appropriate terrain and keeps the focus on efficient movement and safety.
This class is not a replacement for a beginner avalanche course, but it is the right first step into backcountry skiing or splitboarding. It helps you understand what to practice next and how to start responsibly.
Overview
Itinerary
Pricing
FAQ
Inclusions
Intro to Backcountry Skiing and Boarding is for resort skiers and riders who want to travel beyond the lifts. It introduces the movement, systems, and basic awareness needed for human powered snow days in Colorado’s backcountry.
You will learn skinning, transitions, uphill travel, terrain selection, group travel, basic avalanche awareness, and descent tactics. Your guide chooses appropriate terrain and keeps the focus on efficient movement and safety.
This class is not a replacement for a beginner avalanche course, but it is the right first step into backcountry skiing or splitboarding. It helps you understand what to practice next and how to start responsibly.
Overview
Itinerary
Pricing
FAQ
Includes
Intro to Backcountry Skiing and Boarding is for resort skiers and riders who want to travel beyond the lifts. It introduces the movement, systems, and basic awareness needed for human powered snow days in Colorado’s backcountry.
You will learn skinning, transitions, uphill travel, terrain selection, group travel, basic avalanche awareness, and descent tactics. Your guide chooses appropriate terrain and keeps the focus on efficient movement and safety.
This class is not a replacement for a beginner avalanche course, but it is the right first step into backcountry skiing or splitboarding. It helps you understand what to practice next and how to start responsibly.
Common Course Locations
Below are some recommended climbing locations within the vicinity if you're interested in some alternative destinations. Colorado is home to many climbing areas and we want to help you find the one that is best for you!
Common Next Course Options
Some climbing areas are better suited for certain types of climbing classes than others. Below are a few of the classes we commonly do here if you are interested in learning to climb. While we can always figure out ways to make something work these climbing courses work well in this area.
Still thinking about your next great climb?
Colorado is a big state with a lot of different climbs. Feel free to use our contact form. We're happy to be your resource for deciding what might be the most convenient climb for your skills and location.
Still thinking about your next great climb?
Colorado is a big state with a lot of different climbs. Feel free to use our contact form. We're happy to be your resource for deciding what might be the most convenient climb for your skills and location.
Still thinking about your next great climb?
Colorado is a big state with a lot of different climbs. Feel free to use our contact form. We're happy to be your resource for deciding what might be the most convenient climb for your skills and location.
6435 Garlock Way
Colorado Springs, CO
80918
596 S. Carr St.
Denver, CO
80226
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