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Ski and Splitboard Mountaineering Course
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Description
Summit County Ski and Splitboard Mountaineering Course
Take your skiing or splitboarding to the next level with this intensive two-day mountaineering course designed for experienced backcountry travelers. You’ll join a small group of skilled and motivated riders to build confidence and precision in technical terrain. Over the span of two field-based days, you’ll dive deep into advanced movement skills, ropework, and snow safety, learning how to travel efficiently and safely through steep and complex mountain environments.
Ski & Splitboard Mountaineering Learning Objectives
- Introduction and overview of technical gear
- Ropework: knots, tie-ins, belays, anchors, and rappelling
- Ice axe: self-arrest, belay, and climbing techniques
- Crampon usage
- Advanced trip planning and route selection
- Rescue and emergency preparation
- Techniques for traveling through technical terrain
- Steep skinning and bootpacking techniques
- Climbing and snowboarding couloirs
- Steep riding
Duration
2 Full Days
Day One – Meet at CAG office. Gear overview and then travel into the field for gear use and hard skills.
Day Two - Attempt an objective to climb and ski/ride to practice our newly-learned skills. Travel out of the field
Location / Where to Meet
Ages & Requirements
This is an advanced-level course designed for experienced backcountry skiers and splitboarders ages 18 and up. Participants must have a minimum of three seasons of backcountry touring experience, as well as an AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course (Level 2 recommended) and an Avalanche Rescue Course completed within the past two seasons.
Students should be confident on double black diamond terrain at the resort and comfortable traveling in variable, off-trail snow conditions for extended periods. A solid level of physical fitness and prior familiarity with touring equipment are essential, as this course involves full field days and exposure to steep, technical terrain.
What’s Included
- Qualified and professional Instructors
- 3-4:1 maximum student: instructor ratio
- Technical gear if needed
Not Included
- Transportation to designated meeting place
- Food for lunch/snacks (in the field)
- Clothing and gear
- Guide gratuities
- Travel insurance (we recommend World Nomads)
What to Bring / Wear
- Avalanche Beacon, probe, shovel
- Ice axe, crampons, and harness
- Backcountry backpack
- Alpine Touring Skis, Telemark Skis, or Splitboard
- Climbing Skins (must be properly fitted)
- Ski crampons strongly recommended
- Goggles and helmet
- Much of the above is available for use or rent at CAG’s HQ
- Hard or softshell pants
- Synthetic or merino wool base layer
- Softshell jacket (optional)
- Down or synthetic insulated jacket
- Hardshell or water/wind resistant jacket
- Light gloves for uphill travel
- Warm gloves
- Brimmed hat or visor
- Sunglasses or goggles
- Neck gaitor or buff
ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Colorado Adventure Guides
FAQs
Who is this course designed for?
Students are required to have at least 3 seasons of backcountry touring experience including completion of a Level 1 (Level 2 recommended) avalanche course as well as an Avalanche Rescue course within the past 2 seasons.
Students must be comfortable skiing and riding all terrain on a ski resort (double black diamond skier at minimum). Students should be able to travel off-trail on exposed, ungroomed or unmaintained terrain for extended periods of time and bring appropriate equipment for traveling on snow. Touring skis and splitboards are available for rent from our Silverthorne, CO basecamp.
When and how do I meet up with our instructor?
Your instructor will contact you at least two weeks prior to your activity start date to finalize details regarding meeting location and time.
Should we tip our instructors?
Your guide/instructors work hard before, during, and after your course to provide you with a great experience, and while not expected, gratuities are always highly appreciated. If you had a safe, educational, and fun experience, gratuities typically range from 15-20%.
What qualifications do the instructors have?
All instructors are highly trained professionals with extensive experience in ski and splitboard mountaineering. They hold certifications through the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) and American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE), and are skilled in teaching advanced backcountry travel, ropework, and technical snow skills. Each instructor is also certified in Wilderness First Responder (WFR) or higher, ensuring that safety and high-quality instruction are at the forefront of your experience.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 14 days before your course or camp to receive a refund, minus a 10% admin fee.
Cancellations within 14 days are non-refundable unless we can fill your spot. If we can, you’ll receive a refund minus the 10% fee.
Rescheduling Policy
You can reschedule at least 14 days before your course or camp for a 10% admin fee.
Within 14 days, rescheduling is only possible if we can fill your spot. If we can, a 10% fee applies. If not, rescheduling is not available.
Availability
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Location
Address
204 Ryan Gulch Rd.
Silverthorne, CO, 80498
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