RIDING EXPERIENCE
BACKCOUNTRY
Backcountry Initiation, a course for advanced and expert skiers.
Private
2-day experience
Total hours 16
Includes
Inst. Level 3 + AAGM Guide + Shovel, DVA, Probe
Not included
Rando gear, backpack, pass.
Mandatory levels
Advanced and Experts
Day 1
1. SECURITY
On the first morning, he gives you an introductory talk on the safety equipment, shovel, AVR, and probe.
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2. LEVELING
In the afternoon, you'll be accompanied by a Level 3 AADIDESS instructor who will provide you with the necessary corrections so you can fully enjoy your descent the next day.
Day 2
LA LAGUNA
How will our day be?
We met at 9:30 a.m., fully equipped, at the base of Catedral. We tested each member's safety gear and ascended the Amancay gondola.
We ski to the Del Bosque or Diente de Caballo chairlift, climb it and walk towards "La Laguna", we observe, put on the skins and climb.
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On top
Once we reached the top, we stopped to eat, hydrated, appreciated the beautiful view of the mountain, and descended the slope that offered the best snow.
What do you take away from this experience?
You'll learn the basics of backcountry riding, safety, and off-piste. The essentials for enjoying this beautiful discipline that will take you through stunning locations to reach the best powder in Patagonia.
Are you going to miss it?