Ski Mountaineering in Colorado, Alaska, and Europe

The logical extension of backcountry skiing, ski mountaineering is the ultimate adventure for those who are looking to integrate the summit of a high alpine peak or glaciated terrain into their ski descent capabilities. Ski mountaineering most often necessitates the use of a wide range of techniques and equipment, such as ski crampons, boot crampons, and ice axes, in order to navigate through more complicated "big mountain" terrain to achieve the summit of a peak and, for lack of a better description, ski off the summit. If you enjoy backcountry skiing, then you'll love ski mountaineering!

2012/2013 Offerings

Private Ski Mtn. Guiding (1 - 5 days)
Schedule a couple of days of private ski mountaineering instruction for you and your friends. We offer customized tours and multi-day trips for individuals or groups.

Ski Mountaineering Camp (4.5 days) - NEW PROGRAM!
This trip has been specifically designed to introduce participants to the skills needed for ski mountaineering. We spend 3 days travelling in the alpine zone working on specific skills to prepare you for future ski mountaineering trips and objectives. Location: San Juans, CO.

Ski the Peaks (1 day)
Our popular program takes advantage of optimal snow, weather, and avalanche conditions in the spring to ski off the summit of some of the classic objectives in the San Juans. Location: San Juans, CO

Chicago Basin Ski Expedition (6 days)
The ultimate 14'er skiing trip. The Chicago Basin is the home of the 14'ers in the San Juans, and the spring skiing is an experience like no other. Truly a one of a kind trip! Location: San Juans, CO

Haute Route (8 days)
The Haute Route is the classic ski tour route in the French/Swiss Alps. Join us for an unforgettable trip in Europe's most beautiful mountain range. Location: French/Swiss Alps, Europe.

Our Guides

Most importantly, our Backcountry Skiing Courses and Trips are led by highly experienced professional ski and mountain guides. All of our lead guides are AMGA Certified Ski or Ski Mountaineering Guides, or have completed Advanced Ski Mountaineering Guide training with the AMGA, in addition to taking part in our in-house ski guide training. For years, they have been making difficult decisions while moving individuals and groups through challenging terrain on a daily basis. No other company in Durango, Silverton, and the San Juans can make this claim. Experience counts and we are passionate about providing our participants with the most competent leadership and guiding available in our industry.