Intro to Backcountry Skiing & Splitboarding
Skiing & Splitboarding

Intro to Backcountry Skiing & Splitboarding

Discover the thrill of untracked powder and the serenity of the wilderness with our Introductory Backcountry Ski and Splitboard Course.

$555 CAD per guest Sat, Nov 28, 1:30 a.m.-4:00 a.m. 2 hr 30 min

Hosted by Yamnuska Mountain Adventures in 50 Lincoln Park Unit 100, Canmore, AB T1W 3E9.

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Learn the core backcountry skills Explore iconic Rockies terrain Progress beyond the resort Professional instruction from certified and highly experienced backcountry ski/splitboard guides. Two full field days of backcountry travel skills, avalanche awareness, and route-finding instruction. Evening classroom session covering trip planning, hazard recognition, and foundational backcountry concepts.

About this experience

Discover the thrill of untracked powder and the serenity of the wilderness with our Introductory Backcountry Ski and Splitboard Course. Designed for beginners and resort skiers eager to venture beyond the lift lines, this course gives you the foundational skills to confidently explore off-piste terrain. Under the guidance of our experienced instructors, you’ll learn: Efficient travel techniques for skiing or splitboarding uphill and downhill Basic avalanche awareness and terrain assessment Route planning and navigation in the backcountry All while immersing yourself in the stunning landscapes of Banff, Canmore, Kananaskis, and Lake Louise. Every day in the backcountry offers the chance for fresh tracks and untouched snow, elevating your skiing or splitboarding experience beyond the resort. Take your adventure further with the ‘Plus Days’ add-on, extending your learning and deepening your backcountry skills. This course is perfect for resort skiers and snowboarders ready to explore the backcountry with confidence and fun. Unlock the freedom of the backcountry and discover why once you experience fresh tracks, you may never return to the lift lines!

What to expect

  1. Day 1: 6:30 pm, meet at Yamnuska Classroom in Canmore. Course introduction and briefing Gear for backcountry skiing and splitboarding (lecture and discussion) Safety in the backcountry (lecture and discussion) Planning a backcountry ski trip (lecture and discussion) Review Saturday’s field trip (map, weather, avalanche conditions) Gear check
  2. Day 2: 7:30 am, field day, meet at our classroom. Avalanche beacon practice and check Companion rescue practice Equipment familiarization Trail breaking and track setting Uphill turns Ski touring techniques Return to Canmore Plan ski/splitboard tour for Sunday
  3. Day 3: 7:30 am, ski tour, meet at our classroom. Participants will carry out the ski/splitboard tour they planned the previous evening with the coaching and supervision from their instructors Finish tour by 4:00 pm Wrap up the course, return to Canmore