Techniques Covered:

• Short roping technique: a technique used in mountaineering and ski mountaineering where a rope is used to connect two climbers, with one climber leading and the other following. The rope is kept relatively short, allowing for quick communication and efficient movement over terrain that requires technical skills, such as steep or exposed slopes.
• Anchor building: building different anchors: Snow anchor, Ice anchor, Rock anchor. An introduction to more reliable and technical anchors for backcountry skiing and different ways of abseiling.
• Crevasse rescue : Practising crevasse rescue scenarios is a crucial part of backcountry skiing preparation, as it can help you and your group be better equipped to handle an emergency situation. Crevasse rescue also gives a great skill regarding to rescue operation

• Self rescue: Self-rescue in backcountry skiing is a crucial skill to have in case of an emergency. The ability to self-rescue means that a skier can extricate themselves from a dangerous situation and make their way back to safety without the assistance of others.
• Mixed climbing: Mixed climbing on backcountry skis is a challenging and rewarding activity that combines elements of skiing and ice climbing. It involves ascending steep and technical terrain, often using ice tools and crampons, while wearing backcountry skis and carrying a backpack with all necessary gear.

  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.