Earn your turns - Backcountry Introduction

Enjoy the ease of lift-assisted backcountry runs close to the Whistler Blackcomb ski area with our experienced ski guides and discover why "earning your turns" is so rewarding. Using backcountry ski touring equipment and returning to the lifts after each run, gain access to new terrain and great snow.

The focus of this tour is on backcountry basics, avalanche awareness and overall ski improvement in new terrain and powder snow conditions. A great way to experience the goods in and out of the ski area boundary as well as prepare for one of our other tours into the Whistler backcountry.

Suited to people who are of intermediate or above ski or snowboard ability. Participants must be comfortable and confident in intermediate terrain [blue runs] in variety of snow conditions. Skiers, telemarkers and snowboarders welcome.

If you are unsure of your ability, please contact us for more information.

Groups can expect 3 - 4 runs and up to 5,000ft of vertical decent for the day depending on ability and fitness level.