Backcountry Ski Tour
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OVERVIEW
Choose your equipment: lightweight telemark equipment or AT equipment
This guided instructional tour will bring you to some of Stowe's premier backcountry on a full-day instructional ski adventure. Choose the equipment you would like to ski on during your tour, lightweight 75mm 3-pin telemark equipment or AT equipment. Umiak’s certified backcountry guide will teach proper safety protocol and the necessary safety gear needed before heading into the backcountry. Learn valuable skills in applying, removing, and storing climbing skins or caring for fish scale backcountry gear and operation of the binding as well as other important BC equipment. We will work on different climbing techniques as well as an efficient skin to ski transition prior to a powder-filled downhill run. Intended for intermediate, to advanced alpine skiers and riders that want to expand their comfort level and skills in the backcountry. Included in the price of this program is first-class instruction, quality gear, transportation, trail access, and trail snacks.
SCHEDULE
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Please note that the schedule may vary due to holidays and other factors. For the most accurate information, check our online calendar or contact our reservation team.
DURATION
6-Hour Tour
PRICING
Open Enrollment: $179 - $189 Per Person
LOCATION
Umiak Stowe: 849 South Main Street, Stowe, Vermont
WHAT WE PROVIDE
Guide
Skis
Ski Boots
Ski Poles
Skins
Backpack
ADVENTURE RESTRICTIONS
Minimum Age 13
Minors must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum Weight 80 lbs
Max Weight 350 lbs
Max Shoe Size Mens 12
No Pregnant People
No Pets
WHAT TO WEAR
Face Mask
Base Layer: (Warmth & Moisture Control): Long underwear wicks sweat off your skin.
Mid layer: (Insulation): Middle later retains body heat to protect you from the cold.
Outer Layer: (Weather & Wind Protection) Winter ski jacket and snow pants as a shield from elements.
Hats, gloves or mittens and a neck gaiter or scarf
Fresh Pair of Wool or polypropylene socks
Helmet
Goggles