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Aspen Ski Descents
Ski Mountaineering Course

Overview

Aspen Expeditions specializes in bringing our strong skier into the the high country winter environment! Ski mountaineering introduces the advanced skier to out-of-area skiing.

This course is designed for the advanced skier/ rider who wants to take it to the next level. Maybe you have done a fair amount of winter tree skiing, and some easier spring objectives, but not the bigger steeper peaks. This course will give you an introduction to the techniques and mind set needed for true ski mountaineering. During the three day progression we will cover some fundamental mountaineering skills such as: ice axe use, boot and ski crampon use, self arrest, anchor and belay rappel techniques. We will also go over glacial travel, mixed climbing and steep skinning and down hill skiing techniques. Our goal is to train you so that you feel comfortable enough to venture out on your own at the end of the course.

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Details

Trip length: Three days
Dates: April 4-6, 2008
Cost: $675 - based on minim of 3 people - Max ratio 4:1
Difficulty: Prerequisites: advanced skier or rider with a number of backcountry skiing seasons. Level 1 Avalanche Training.
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Includes: AMGA trained or certified ski guide, avalanche travel equipment, ice axe and crampons.

Does not include: lift tickets, personal backcountry skiing or riding set up, guide gratuity, food, transportation.

Itinerary

Day 2: Lift accessed peak ascent - Lift accessed peak ascent/ decent in Aspen, incorporate new skills with steeper terrain.

Day 3: Elk Mountain peak ski - Early start summit attempt on a classic Elk Mountain peak.

Day 1: Training day - Mountaineering training day: Skills lesson and application on lift accessed backcountry terrain in Aspen.


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