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Banff, Lake Louise, Whistler, Rogers Pass in the Selkirk Mountains. Skiing in Canada is reknown around the world. From remote glacier traverses on the Coast to tree skiing in the interior ranges of British Columbia to hut to hut ski touring and off-piste runs in the Canadian Rockies, we have it all. I have worked as a ski guide in all these areas for years and have a wealth of knowledge of the terrain and the snow conditions.
For years I worked as a ski patroller, then as a heli-ski guide. These days I prefer ski touring which I feel brings me closest to the purest essence of skiing. Moving under my own power with a small group of companions, travelling into quiet mountain valleys and onto high summits, searching for the best snow on the best line away from the maddening crowds. That's skiing!
Pick the type of ski experience you want to try, and click on one of the links below or contact me to learn more...Trips are scheduled throughout the winter, or are available on a private guiding basis for you or your group.
Backcountry Lodge Based Ski Touring
Backcountry lodges are tucked away in many corners of British Columbia big snow country, from Nelson to Smithers. They are incredibly comfortable, with experienced chefs, saunas and showers to put the icing on the powder skiing cake. In 2010 we have trips headed to Sorcerer Lodge from February 6-13 and Valkyr Lodge (dates TBA). For more info go to Backcountry lodge based skiing.
Rogers Pass Ski Touring
This is the world-famous centre for randonee and telemark ski touring, just a 2 hour drive west from Banff - Lake Louise. Based in the comfortable Best Western hotel at the summit of the pass, we have a variety of ski options available to us right from the door of the hotel or only a few minutes drive away. Contact me for details on private guiding i
n Rogers Pass. Ski Rogers Pass.
Wapta Icefield, Hut to Hut Ski Traverse
The classic Canadian ski traverse. Starting at Bow Lake, a short drive north of Lake Louise, we stay in comfortable Alpine Club huts situated at regular intervals across the icefield before finishing back at Lake Louise. Contact me for details of a trip on the Wapta from March 12-15. Traverse the Wapta.
Tonquin Valley , Hut to Hut Ski Tour
This year we're offering a new trip to the Tonquin Valley, a beautiful area of high rock peaks and lakes in Jasper National Park. Comfortable huts and easy terrain make this a good option for a first time overnight ski tour experience from March 19-22. Tour the Tonquin.
Ski Expeditions
This year we plan to ski from the Clemenceau Icefield to the Columbia Icefield in mid-April, 2010. Go on a Ski Expedition.
Lake Louise Day Tours
Many options are available for day trips in the Lake Louise area. Try your hand at powder skiing, make an ascent of a local peak or just get out and enjoy the scenery. Lake Louise Day Tours.
Banff - Lake Louise Off-Piste Skiing
Both Sunshine Village and Lake Louise ski areas have a variety of off-piste ski runs available. Ski with a local and find the local's stashes! Ski Off-Piste.