
Backountry Skiing: Where To Start?
If you are looking to take your skiing to the backcountry this Winter, you're in the right place! In this one-hour virtual workshop, we will discuss avalanche awareness, tips and tricks for getting into the backcountry and most importantly, answer any questions you may have in a positive, judgement-free venue. This workshop is for YOU! Ask questions and engage your instructors so you can leave feeling ready to take the next steps toward backcountry skiing. You belong in this community and we are so excited to have you join us for this workshop.
GIVING BACK TO OUR SKI COMMUNITY
WORKSHOP DETAILS
Length: 1 Hour
When: November 30, 2020
Where: Your Place via Zoom
WORKSHOP DETAILS
Length: 1 Hour
When: December 14, 2020
Where: Your Place via Zoom
COST
Workshop: FREE
WHAT TO EXPECT
Itinerary
BACKCOUNTRY SKIING AND AVALANCHE AWARENESS WORKSHOP
- 6:45PM- Join the virtual Zoom meeting via the link that is sent to your email.
- 7PM-7:20PM- Avalanche Awareness
- 7:20PM-7:30PM- Backcountry Skiing Tips and Tricks
- 7:30PM-8PM- Q&A with NEM guides
Skills Taught
This workshop could easily be several days long, but we have 1 hour. We'll do our best to get you the information and resources you need for a safe and successful Winter.
- For all ages and ability levels
- Avalanche Awareness
- What gear do I need?
- How do I know where to go?
- Online and print resources for tour planning.
What Do I Need?
FOR THIS WORKSHOP, YOU WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING
A computer with Zoom downloaded prior to the course. A strong WiFi connection and a distraction free space.
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GENERAL POLICIES
NEMs Adventure itineraries are subject to change or be adjusted based on a number of factors. These include, but are not limited to, route conditions, weather, terrain, group dynamics and many other factors. NEM has complete discretion to change plans to accommodate any of these or other factors, including the discretion to change program schedule or itinerary, and change guides or staff, as necessary for the proper and safe conduct of the program.We reserve the right to cancel any program due to inadequate signups, weather or route conditions. In such a case, an NEM credit for the full value is given; however, NEM cannot be responsible for any additional expenses incurred in preparing for the program (i.e., airline tickets, equipment purchase or rental, hotel reservations).
NEM reserves the right to dismiss the Participant from a trip at any time if NEM determines, in its sole discretion, that the Participant is not physically, technically, or psychologically prepared for or capable of participating in the program. This includes being under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.