South Lake Tahoe - Intro to Backcountry Skiing & Riding (copy)

Group Size

6 people per guide

Duration

8 hours

Learn to backcountry ski or splitboard with our professional guides. The Intro to Backcountry course is a 1-day introduction to the basic skills and knowledge needed to ski or ride in the backcountry. You will learn how to use your backcountry equipment, what to carry in your pack, tour planning, basic understanding of avalanche awareness, backcountry etiquette and backcountry skiing techniques.

We recommend taking this course before an Avalanche Level 1 course if it’s your first time skiing in the backcountry.

Whether you're drawn to the solitude of pristine landscapes or the thrill of carving fresh tracks, our course provides the knowledge and confidence to take you one step closer to being a confident and comfortable partner in the backcountry.