Backcountry Skiing with Allie Rood

Allie is a skier, filmer and adventurer who was born and raised in Vermont. Skiing has always been a huge part of Allie’s life, so naturally she was drawn to the Rocky Mountains for college. Allie attended Whitman College in Walla Walla, Washington from 2007-2010 where she earned a BA in Art. She ski raced NCAA her Freshman and Sophomore year, but after taking an avalanche course realized it was backcountry skiing she was after. These days Allie splits her time between Vermont and New Zealand with her partner Forrest.

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A SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY

SKI TOURING DETAILS:

Length: 7AM-4PM
When: September 3, 2022 + September 4, 2022
Where: Meet at The Bunkhouse at Northeast Mountaineering - Glen, NH

WHO CAN SIGN UP?

Whether you are new to the backcountry or an advanced skier/rider looking to ski steep terrain, Allie invites you to join her in the mountains! We require all participants to be competent resort skiers/riders. You must be comfortable on all black diamond trails whether groomed or un-groomed. Touring days may include up to 4000ft of elevation gain and up to 8 miles of travel.

COST

1 Person: $325
2 People: $225/person
3 People: $185/person
2 People: $175/person

WHAT TO EXPECT

Itinerary

Ski touring with Allie

September 3, 2022

  • 7AM-  Meet at The Bunkhouse at Northeast Mountaineering. Gear rentals will be distributed.
  • 8AM-4PM- Custom ski tour based on your goals and abilities.
  • 4PM-4:30PM- Debrief the ski tour

Skills Taught

These ski tours are custom designed for your goals. Allie will set you up for success and teach you many new skills along the way!

    • Uphill movement techniques
    • Risk management
    • Transitions
    • Downhill movement
    • Self care in cold environments
    • Avalanche awareness

 

What Do I Need?

YOU WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING

HEADWEAR
Beanie, Goggles, Neck Gaiter or Buff, Headlamp, Ski Helmet

UPPER BODY
Base Layer, Light Insulating Layer, Hard Shell Jacket, Parka

LOWER BODY
Base Layer, Climbing/Ski Pants

FOOTWEAR
Wool Ski Socks, Touring Ski Boots/Snowboard Boots, Crampons*

GEAR & EQUIPMENT
Alpine Touring Skis/Board, Skins, Collapsible Ski Poles, 35L-45L Backpack with Waist Strap, Avalanche Beacon, Avalanche Probe, Avalanche Shovel, Ice Axe*

HANDWEAR
Light Glove, Heavy Mitten

NUTRITION & HYDRATION
Trail snacks for 3-4 Breaks, 1-2 Liters of Water in Nalgene Bottles [No Hydration Bladders]

*Based on goals and objectives for the day.

 

 

 

 

 

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General Policies

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.

SUMMIT ATTEMPT

Northeast Mountaineering cannot guarantee that you will reach the summit or complete the objective you have signed up for. Weather, route conditions, your own abilities or the abilities of others may create circumstances that make an ascent unsafe, and you or your entire party will have to turn around without reaching the summit. Your program fee entitles you to one mountain experience on your specified dates.

MINIMUM REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

Most of our programs do not have a minimum enrollment. If you are the only one registered, it will likely become a private outing. For our Waterfall Rappelling adventure, we must have at least 50% enrollment (3 people) to run the adventure. In the event of low-enrollment, we will reschedule your adventure to another date. If another date cannot be accommodated, you will receive an NEM credit.

RISK MANAGEMENT

Safety is NEM’s number one priority. Our guides manage significant hazards inherent in the mountains but they cannot eliminate them. NEM guides draw from their wealth of experience and training to make sound decisions that maximize your experience without compromising the necessary margin of safety. Please clearly understand that mountaineering and all other mountain adventures are inherently hazardous sports. You are choosing to engage in an activity in which participants have been injured and killed. While those accidents are indeed infrequent, they may occur at any time and be out of our control. We ask that participants acknowledge the risk and hazards of these sports, and make their own choices about whether or not to engage in these activities.

NEW ENGLAND ADVENTURES

Payment in full is due at the time of booking. Payments may be made via MasterCard, Visa, American Express, or check.

BEYOND NEW ENGLAND INCLUDING MOUNT RAINIER

A non-refundable deposit of $200 per person secures your reservation but may vary - please check your specific adventure. Payments may be made via MasterCard, Visa, American Express, or check. Final payment is due 1 month [30 days] before departure. For your convenience, we can work out a monthly payment plan.

INTERNATIONAL ADVENTURES

A non-refundable deposit of $200 per person secures your reservation but may vary - please check your specific adventure. Payments may be made via MasterCard, Visa, American Express, or check. Final payment is due 1 month [30 days] before departure. For your convenience, we can work out a monthly payment plan.

CANCELLATION FOR NEW ENGLAND PROGRAMS

Up to 30 days before your adventure: Full Refund will be issued 29 days - 72 hours before your adventure: Full Refund in the form of NEM credit Within 72 hours of your adventure: No refund will be issued* In the event that you have a positive COVID-19 test and need to cancel within 72 hours, you will be issued an NEM credit for your adventure.

CANCELLATION FOR INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS & OUTSIDE OF NEW ENGLAND

Up to 90 days before your adventure: Full Refund will be issued 89 days - 30 days before your adventure: Participant will be responsible for paying 50% of the total balance. If the balance is paid in full, participant will receive a 50% refund in the form of NEM credit. Within 30 days of your adventure: No refund will be issued and participant will be responsible for paying the full balance.* *Travel Insurance is highly recommended to protect your investment. If NEM cancels your adventure due to weather or another unforeseen reason, you will receive an NEM credit.

CHANGE OF DATE

Date changes are subject to availability. Date changes may be requested at anytime up to 7 days prior to your adventure without incurring a date change fee. Date changes may be requested between 7 and 3 days prior to your departure date for a $25 fee per person. There are no date changes allowed within 72 hours before your adventure.

COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS

In the event your guide or a fellow NEM guide or staff has reason to believe they have been exposed to COVID-19 or they are otherwise feeling unwell they will attempt to get a COVID test in time for your adventure or course. In the event of a positive test or the absence of results,  your course or adventure will be rescheduled or you can opt for an NEM credit to use at your discretion. Refunds for travel, lodging or other costs associated with your adventure will not be refunded or reimbursed.