{"product_id":"intro-to-backcountry-package-snoqualmie-pass","title":"Intro to Backcountry Package – Snoqualmie Pass","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSave $100 when you reserve a 1 Day Intro to Ski and Splitboard Touring and an AIARE 1 Course at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beginner-friendly backcountry skiing and splitboarding package for riders who want a clear, supported path into backcountry splitboard and ski touring. Hands-on coaching will build the foundational skills that make AIARE courses, guided touring days, and independent tours more productive: gear systems, touring skin care, uphil and downhill transitions, skinning technique, backcountry ski coaching, terrain awareness, positive group communication, and trip planning basics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHands-on coaching with the areas most experienced backcountry instructors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet prepared \u003cspan\u003ewith the areas most experienced backcountry instructors that will create welcoming transition into \u003c\/span\u003eyour AIARE 1 Course by bundling it with this 1 Day Intro to Backcountry Course. We find participants perform better during avalanche courses after participating in our Intro to Backcountry day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStance Adjustments:\u003c\/strong\u003e Have to get that uphill and downhill stance dialed. Splitboarders optimize stance width and angles while allowing acceptable uphill touring performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkinning Movement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dial in efficient skinning techniques for uphill travel such as heel plant, hips forward, and short strides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKick Turns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Learn and practice kick turns including AVA, K Turn, Convergent \u0026amp; Divergent, and full on kick turn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Transitions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Improve transition times between skinning and shredding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep warm, keep dry, stay happy tour longer =  Maintenance and care for your touring gear so you can spend all day in the mountains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrekking Pole Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its never always, and always- it depends. Have reason to have your poles in hand. Effective use of trekking poles for splitboarders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEfficiency Techniques:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enhance efficiency for both ascents and descents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTravel Planning:\u003c\/strong\u003e AIARE 1 course- Develop a comprehensive plan for safe travel and avoid avalanche terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerrain Identification:\u003c\/strong\u003e AIARE1 Course- Demonstrate the ability to identify avalanche-prone areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRisk Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Utilize the AIARE Risk Management Framework to make informed terrain choices within a group.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompanion Rescue:\u003c\/strong\u003e AIARE 1- Perform effective companion rescue techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpert Instruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Learn from our professional AIARE instructors who bring extensive backcountry ski experience and in depth personal local knowledge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive Curriculum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Benefit from a well-rounded program that combines online learning with 2-3 days of hands-on field time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItinerary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Course: \u003c\/strong\u003eSelf-Guided Online Learning with a 2-hour virtual check-in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intro to touring day at Snoqualmie Pass focused on movement skills and gear management, with all the avalanche considerations taken care of by your guide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e AIARE 1 In-person field day at Snoqualmie Pass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e AIARE 1 In-person field day at Snoqualmie Pass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevate the skills you need to explore the best in winter backcountry ski touring and splitboarding. Take the first step towards becoming a knowledgeable and confident backcountry traveler.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur custom crafted AIARE course provides several online learning resources for self paced work leading up to our in person sessions. We will have a 2 hour virtual session in the week before our course. Our specially crafted courses give you up to 25% more field time with our pro instructors in the Cascade Mountains in Washington.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewcomers\u003c\/strong\u003e to splitboarding and ski touring should be comfortable in ski area equivalent blue runs on a variety of snow conditions. Make sure this isnt your 1st day of skiing for the season. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAIARE 1 Participants: \u003c\/strong\u003eGet out there and ski at the ski area a bit. Get your legs under you right away. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperienced Backcountry Travelers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practice Transitions and get your gear sorted, we can work with every ability level and can guarantee you level up your skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs this a good first backcountry course?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. This package is designed for skiers and splitboarders who are new to touring and want a structured entry point to your AIARE 1 avalanche training.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I need avalanche training first?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo, but avalanche training is the next step. This course helps prepare you for AIARE 1 with a discount and future backcountry travel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo you have guides that are patient with beginners?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur skilled guides are career minded and with decades of introducing backcountry psyche to all abilities. They have extensive backcountry experience at Mount Baker, Snoqualmie Pass, and Paradise at Mount Rainier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill I get hands-on learning?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYES! This is a learn by doing experience. We are with you every step of the way, well help you through your first kick turn, help manage icy skins, and keep your goggle dry all while ripping in the Snoqualmie Pass backcountry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs this the only ski touring course I need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis package covers all the essential skills for and effective introduction to ski and splitboard touring. From then join us every other year to refresh your skills and keep up with current standards. Learning is a life lomng process and check out our AIARE Rescue, AIARE 2, and Advanced Ski Touring and Splitboarding Courses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCancellation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is your responsibility to be familiar with our Payment, Cancellation, and Rescheduling Policies. 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