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Backcountry Ski Course 2

Advanced techniques for serious backcountry adventurers. Learn complex snow assessment, technical terrain management, and advanced rescue techniques.

Master the mountains

What is Advanced Backcountry Skiing?

This advanced course builds on fundamental backcountry skills to prepare you for more challenging terrain and conditions. You’ll develop the expertise needed for complex tours, steep terrain, and variable conditions while deepening your avalanche assessment skills.

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What Will We Learn?

Advanced Movement

  • Steep terrain kick turns
  • Technical skinning techniques
  • Using ski crampons
  • Boot packing strategies
  • Ice axe and crampon use
    Snow Science and Safety
  • Advanced snow pit analysis
  • Extended column tests
  • Rutschblock testing
  • Multiple burial rescue scenarios
  • Advanced beacon search techniques
    Technical Systems
  • Rope work for steep terrain
  • Basic anchor building
  • Short roping techniques
  • Simple abseiling

Location:

  • Either Bright or near Mt Hotham. The final location depends on the snow conditions and will be communicated to participants closer to the course date.

    Times:

  • Aim to be learning from 9am to 4pm each day.

    The course fee does not cover:

  • Transport to/from Melbourne, including parking fees on location
  • Food
  • Accommodation
  • Equipment rental

    Note on accommodation: 

  • We have a contact in Bright where a few beds are available for $50 per night and ground accommodation (bring sleeping bag and mattress) is available for $20 per night.

Equipment needed:

  1. Skis or splitboard: Choose appropriate skis or a splitboard for backcountry terrain.
  2. Ski boots or snowboard boots: Ensure they provide proper support and fit comfortably.
  3. Ski poles: Lightweight and adjustable poles for balance and propulsion.
  4. Skins: Adhesive climbing skins to attach to the base of your skis for uphill traction.
  5. Avalanche safety gear: Transceiver, probe, and shovel for snow safety and rescue.
  6. Backpack: A backpack to carry your essentials, including water, snacks, and extra layers.
  7. Helmet: Protect your head with a suitable ski or snowboard helmet.
  8. Goggles or sunglasses: Eye protection from sun, wind, and snow glare.
  9. Layered clothing: Dress in moisture-wicking and insulating layers suitable for changing weather conditions.
  10. Gloves or mittens: Warm and waterproof gloves or mittens for hand protection.
  11. Hat or beanie: Keep your head warm with a suitable hat or beanie.
  12. Sunscreen and lip balm: Protect your skin from sun exposure and windburn.
  13. Food and water: Carry enough food and water to stay hydrated and energized throughout the day.

    The guide will carry the following:

  14. First aid kit: A compact first aid kit with essential supplies.
  15. Repair kit: Includes tools and materials for minor equipment repairs on the go.
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Gregory Corvus 3 months ago
Our group spent the weekend with Aaron learning Anchoring, abseiling, and top roping skills. His teaching methods were very clear and understandable. He was calm, professional, and reassuring, which is what I personally needed due to my fears of risk and heights. By the end of the course I was able to confidently place an anchoring system that I was confident in and took away the skills that would allow me to do it outside of the class environment.
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Cameron Scates 11 months ago
Had Aaron teach me and three others over two days. Very informative and answers any questions you have with climbing with confidence. Over all great person and teacher
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Breanna Harrigan 1 week ago
Booked a private full day, absolutely blessed with a sunny day during winter and headed to Werribee Gorge. My partner and I are absolute begginers and we had an absolute blast! Jacky our instructor was extremely insightful, lead with clear easy to follow instructions that helped us be safe and enjoy ourselves. Couldn’t recommend booking this enough, also Jacky 🙌🏻
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ORM Consulting 4 weeks ago
We had a great time over the weekend doing the custom 3 day sports climbing course with Hamid. He was a great instructor with a wealth of experience. Overall I would highly recommend doing the course if you want to get into sports climbing.
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Louis Goudie 4 weeks ago
Hamid is a great instrcutor! We did a 3 day sports climbing course and learnt alot. Hamid has lots of experience and is very knowledgeable in all things ropes and mountains. We look forward to the next one wherever that may be.
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Laura ローラ 1 month ago
We did an indoor learn-to-lead course with Aaron over two evenings. Had such a great experience! Aaron is a wonderful, down-to-earth teacher who really helped to build up our confidence, knowledge & skills.
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Yasmin 2 months ago
Haven’t done anything this exhilarating in a long time! Our guide Aaron looked after us perfectly all day while also challenging us to push our limits. I booked a day of private guiding for myself and my two children, aged 8 and 10, and Aaron made the day exciting and fun. A wonderful gift to give your children – something they will always remember.
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Maiks Bourke 2 months ago
Hamid was super thorough and kind during our trad multi-pitch course. I really got a lot out of the weekend and had a great experience.
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