Steep Skiing/Riding - Winterstoke 2025

This clinic is for experienced skiers or boarders looking to push their riding to the next level in the backcountry. Our guides will lead you through hazard assessment, risk management, and line selection to ride big lines.

Prerequisites

• Ability to comfortably tour (skin) uphill 6000 feet vertical (4-6 hours)
• Comfortable skiing/riding the equivalent of a double black ski run at a North American resort
• AST 1 or equivalent avalanche training

What you will Learn?

• Steep line assessment
• Hazard identification
• Steep ski/riding techniques
• Group management
• Rope use 

6:1 participant to guide ratio 

This clinic will take place in the Whistler backcountry using the Whistler Blackcomb Lift system for access.  A backcountry pass will be available for purchase for $45.

*All Winterstoke courses are non-refundable and non-transferable.*