Soul of Miistaki and Yamnuska Mountain Adventures are partnering up to offer 1 BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Colour) individual a scholarship spot on Yamnuska's Intro to Backcountry Skiing & Backcountry on Jan 31-Feb 2 2024 Program Description at $495 CAD plus tax.
Alberta residence only for this application
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS December 27th 9:00 am MST
It is required that you read and agree to the following Soul of Miistaki Waiver, please click on the link and read all the information carefully.
Perfect for those eager to explore pristine landscapes and untouched powder, this course provides you with the essential skills and knowledge to confidently explore off-piste terrain. Under the guidance of Yamnuska's experienced instructors, you’ll learn basic avalanche safety, route finding, and efficient travel techniques, all while immersing yourself in the breathtaking beauty of untracked snow. Elevate your skiing or splitboarding experience and unlock the endless possibilities that lie beyond the lift lines.
The opportunity for backcountry skiing in Banff, Canmore, Kananaskis, and Lake Louise is nearly limitless. Discover this magnificent sport and learn the skills to get out into the backcountry where it's ‘fresh tracks’ nearly every run. Caution: You may never return to a ski resort again!
Is it for you?
In this course, we introduce participants to backcountry skiing & splitboarding through a better understanding of their gear plus the basic skills and practices required for a safer and more enjoyable backcountry experience. Avalanche awareness will be touched upon, but it is strongly recommended that participants also take the Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 course offered by Yamnuska if they wish to continue in the backcountry.
Prerequisites:
Participants are required to be at least intermediate skiers on alpine or telemark gear (i.e. must feel comfortable on blue runs in most conditions). Participants should be ‘hiking fit’. This course is appropriate for your first backcountry skiing experience.
Splitboards:
Splitboarders should be at an advanced level of snowboarding at the resort and able to handle flat sections and traverses. Note that our guides will be on skis but are familiar with splitboarding equipment.
*Note you are personally responsible for your transportation to and from the course as well as your accommodations. However, please don't hesitate to reach out to us should you need some support as we can reach out to community partners, we just can't guarantee this support.