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
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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
