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Backcountry Skiing

Learn to ski or ride in the backcountry

Learn the skills in our Intro to Backcountry Skiing and Riding, then join our ACMG-certified guides on single- or multi-day trips to some of the best backcountry skiing locations in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. 

Our guides have many years' experience and know how to find the best ski conditions in Western Canada!

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Backcountry Skiing

Get off the resort and learn backcountry essentials in our Intro to Backcountry Skiing and Riding Weekend.
For experienced skiers, sign up for a multi-day hut trip or contact us about private offerings.


Intro to Backcountry Skiing and Riding Weekend

Do you dream of leaving resort crowds behind to explore endless terrain and fresh powder in the backcountry? Join us for a weekend of foundational instruction on essential skills for backcountry skiing, including climbing efficiently with skins, basic companion rescue, and track setting, with a second day tour to put your new skills to use and enjoy some great powder turns.
Prerequisite: intermediate (blue) skier with good hiking fitness (600m+ gain per day); powder experience an asset

View offerings and register for Intro to Backcountry Weekend

Golden Backcountry Ski Weekend

Join a local ACMG guide for two days of backcountry ski touring based in Golden, BC. Explore fantastic powder from Rogers Pass to Kicking Horse depending on conditions. This trip is suitable for intermediate backcountry skiers looking to ski more and explore new terrain
Prerequisites: strong intermediate powder skiing skills and comfort with uphill/downhill transitions and avalanche rescue equipment.

View offerings and register for Freshfields Ski Camp

Need gear? Book AT skis, splitboard, or other equipment using our Online Gear Rentals

Questions? Contact:

Brad Cooke
Backcountry Skiing Program Coordinator
ocprograms@ucalgary.ca