The Women's Backcountry Series

Providing the women of Whistler with the knowledge, mentorship, and community support necessary to ski & splitboard safely in the backcountry.

THE WOMEN’S BACKCOUNTRY SERIES is a program designed for women looking for a pressure-free environment to progress in the backcountry. Learn from the best female and male guides in the area, with support, patience and a wealth of experience.

The Women’s Backcountry Series is back for its fourth season! This winter features an expanded program, including AST2, Ski Mountaineering & a guided Spearhead Traverse.

The Women's Backcountry Series

Nov - Apr

INTRO TO BACKCOUNTRY

Duration: 1 Day

Prerequisites: Average Fitness & Intermediate Skier

This day of backcountry basics will show you what you’ve been missing beyond the resort.

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AVALANCHE SKILLS TRAINING 1

Duration: 2 Days

Prerequisites: Average Fitness & Intermediate Skier

Our AST 1 teaches you the knowledge foundational to all backcountry travel. From how an avalanche is formed and how weather affects the snow, to route selection and companion rescue, your backcountry journey begins here!

Nov - Apr

CREVASSE RESCUE & GLACIER TRAVEL

Duration: 2 Days

Prerequisites: Strong Intermediate Ski/Board Level

Backcountry skiers and alpine climbers learn the three all-important skills: rope ascension, crevasse rescue and glacier travel. This is a great next step to start getting into more complex terrain.

Nov - Apr

AST 2 Whistler

Duration: 4 Days

Prerequisites: See Course Page

Focusing on terrain analysis, snowpack assessment, hazard management and rescue skills, with this four-day course you’ll be ready for new, big adventures.

Nov - Apr

Ski Mountaineering

Duration: 2 Days

Prerequisites: See Course Page

Expand your backcountry tool kit! Our ski mountaineering course will help you grow your skill set, covering the technical skills required to take on more advanced objectives, you will be ready to tackle tougher terrain.

Nov - Apr

Spearhead Traverse

Duration: 3 Days

Prerequisites: Very Good Fitness & Touring Experience

Spanning 13 glaciers above 2,000 metres the Spearhead Traverse is pristine alpine terrain. Explore and tour the vast Garibaldi park all while sleeping under the stars. The ultimate Whistler Backcountry adventure!

Nov - Apr

COMPANION RESCUE SKILLS CLINIC

Duration: 1 Day

Prerequisites: Average Fitness & Intermediate Skier

Spend the day with a guide who will teach you the most up-to-date Search and Rescue techniques to make you a more valuable member of your touring party.

UNSURE WHICH COURSE TO TAKE?

Have a question about one of our courses, guided trips or tour? Speak with one of our expert guides today.