We offer custom courses. We have the permits, insurance

and the expertise to provide a wide range of educational ski tours.

A backcountry ski course is a challenging yet rewarding experience

Exploring the mountains in winter provides many interesting opportunities to study photography, climatology, alpine flora and fauna, snow metamorphism, avalanche mechanics and more. Our specialty is courses for young adults and people new to

backcountry skiing. These mountains are spectacular, our guides

are professionals, our courses are unforgettable. 

Dream of becoming a backcountry skier? In this era of x- games and ski movies it is essential for people to first  learn how to be safe and responsible in the mountains, and then build up to skiing the line of your dreams. “You can go out on your own and learn the hard way, but it’s safer and more fun to learn from professionals  with years of experience.”  Michael Barton Lead Guide.

Our courses are taught by  backcountry ski guides and experienced ski mountaineers.  We hold Safety as the top priority, followed closely by  enjoyment.

    Why ski in the Backcountry? It’s environmentally friendly, it makes you strong, it’s genuine real life adventure, it’s challenging yet enjoyable, and after the uphill comes the sweet reward of the downhill.

  Course Details Winter  2007/2008

Skiing powder snow is the next best thing to flying.

     Introduction to Backcountry Skiing    Dec. 15/16   $300

   Let your first experience be a safe one. Spend two full days

skiing with a guide in the rugged San Juans. While out ski touring, you will receive expert instruction in the fundamentals of safe backcountry skiing including avalanche equipment use, planning and preparation, terrain recognition,avalanche avoidance and route finding.

After skiing you will retire to a cozy high mountain lodge for a big dinner by the fire and a good night’s sleep. The next day you will embark from the lodge to further explore the legendary terrain of Red Mountain Pass, before finishing at the trail head around four o’clock. 

   This course is for high school through college age students, who are strong skiers at the ski area, who are willing to hike, eager to learn, and love powder. You will learn new skills, meet new friends, and have an unforgettable time.

     Course cost  includes one dinner, one breakfast, one night’s lodging, instruction and guiding. Participants are responsible for their own snacks,water and warm clothes. Rental equipment is available.

Powder Hound Course            Feb 2/3     $300  

Explore the “Alps” of Colorado  during the heart of our powder season.  You will spend two days backcountry skiing with a guide near Red Mountain Pass. While out skiing you will receive expert instruction in the essential skills required to pursue advanced backcountry skiing, including; terrain recognition, route finding, risk management, leadership and decision making.

    After skiing you will retire to a rustic, yet comfortable high mountain lodge for a large dinner and a good night’s sleep. The next day you will ski right from the lodge to further explore the awesome terrain of this area before returning to the trailhead at four o’clock.

    This course is for high school through college age students  who are advanced skiers,  have spent some time in the backcountry, and want to take their skills to a new level. You will meet new friends learn a ton and have a great time.

     Course cost includes one dinner, one breakfast, one nights lodging, instruction and guiding. Participants are responsible for their own snacks, water and warm clothes. Rental equipment is available.

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