The best backcountry lodges in british columbia and alberta. Tys knowledge of the terrain and snowpack around this part of british columbia is unparalleled, and best of all he is just a rad dude to hang out with. With over 32,000 acres of terrain set in the selkirk mountains, this allinclusive ski lodge is a 10minute helicopter ride from downtown nelson, bc. Whistler is one of north americas premier four season mountain resorts. The place is on any serious backcountry skiers dream list. Sorcerer lodge is a backcountry lodge near golden british columbia offering challenging glaciated terrain for ski touring, backcountry skiing, mountaineering and snowboarding holidays in. We are one of the original privately held lodges in the province and were recently named one of the top 10 backcountry huts in north america. The best backcountry ski lodges in british columbia outside. Sorcerer lodge backcountry lodge golden british columbia. Margie sold boulder hut to its current owners, the yancey family, in 2005. The selkirk range in british columbia is the prime location for a week of epic backcountry skiing.
Hit the groomed track for skate and classic skiing, or venture into the backcountry to forge your own path. The area surrounding backcountry snowcats has many types of wildlife and is known for bears. Get in touch now to reserve your place in the wild backcountry of british columbia for a full day of skiing. Rogers pass backcountry ski guidebook the rogers pass. Or boost your confidence with backcountry clinics from whistler blackcombbased extremely canadian. The backcountry skiing canada store has a great selection of not just maps, guides and books, but also tshirts, stickers, videos and patches. Washington gets heaped with snow during the season. Having fun while playing safe in british columbia s wonderful backcountry and mountain environments is something that we recommend you strive for. It lies between revelstoke and golden, british columbia in the. Backcountry skiing and ski touring british columbia. The best backpacking trails in british columbia, canada. Mark and sarah yancey are committed to preserving boulder huts historic role in british columbias rich history of backcountry lodges.
Not only can you find beginner to advanced runs here, but you can also find a variety of terrain, tons and tons of drylight pow, a long season and a hut or two to stay in. The mountains are covered in snow year round, with massive glaciation in the area. If you love the thrill of backcountry powder skiing but dont want the hassles and expense of a helicopter, book the best snowcat skiing in british columbia. British columbia guided backcountry touring trip small group backcountry skiing tour snowboarding in bc with local guides.
Island lake lodge, fernie, british columbia a trailblazer in the cat skiing world, island lake lodge in fernie, british columbia, attracts skiers and snowboarders on the hunt for majestic mountain bowls and chutes in the lizard range. As the title lays out, this is a book of select alpine climbs mainly in bc, but also a few in washington. Backcountry skiing in british columbia helps you book your next backcountry skiing trip in british columbia. The province is a backcountry mecca, with countless route options for single or multiday trips. Mar 28, 2020 come join us to as we ski the remote untracked powder of the british columbia backcountry. In between, stop for a glass of wine in the vineyards of the okanagan or some lake kayaking on one of the great lakes of the bc interior.
Because this is mountain backcountry skiing, there is the danger of avalanches. Drop into the ultimate powder pursuit, exploring the mountains on skis with local guides to take care of the details for you. Describes a guidebook to ski mountaineering in the coast mountains of british columbia. Backcountry skiing day near golden, british columbia. Hop on a snowcat and get dropped off on otherwise inaccessible, untracked powder.
As backcountry operators we are always happy to assist anyone needing help in the the area. The journey starts in kelowna with a shuttle drive through the british columbia mountains and lakes. Planning an engaging mountain experience is complex and your time is extremely valuable. Winter activities in bc british columbia provides some of the best skiing in north america, and vancouver island slopes are second to none. This contrasts with alpine skiing which is typically done on groomed trails benefiting from a ski patrol. Head out for the day in the koootenay rockies or coast mountains. The best backcountry ski lodges in british columbia. Volkens new book backcountry skiing with coauthors scott schell and. Here, its the skiing that reigns supreme, paired with a handful of good restaurants, dive bars, and easy access into the backcountry via snowcat orif youre feeling indulgenthelicopter.
Our lodge and 15,000acre ski tenure is helicopter accessed and offers guided or self. The best backcountry ski lodges in british columbia north of the u. Backcountry skiing and snowboarding in british columbia is unforgettable. Rogers pass north guidebook part 1 the backcountry ski. Snowcat ski adventure in british columbia white grizzly cat. Backcountry skiing, also called offpiste, alpine touring, or outofarea, is skiing in the backcountry on unmarked or unpatrolled areas either inside or outside a ski resorts boundaries. White grizzly offers you a once in a lifetime skiing experience in canadas prime snow corridor. The vast backcountry offers every kind of terrain for any kind of situation.
Sorcerer lodge is a backcountry lodge near golden british columbia offering challenging glaciated terrain for ski touring, backcountry skiing, mountaineering and snowboarding holidays in the famous selkirk mountains. Leave and return right from the doorstep of toms cabin. This 1day skiing trip around british columbia is ideal for skiers who are intermediate and advanced. On the east side of the valley in the babine mountains provincial recreational area, crosscountry routes from trailheads along driftwood road east of hwy 16 lead to driftwood canyon, silver king basin, and harvey mountain. This location is the mecca of backcountry skiing in canada. If there is a jacobs ladder of powder skiing, southeastern british columbia the kootenays is. Get stoked for some of the best backcountry skiing in the south coast mountains of british columbia. Hut to hut traverses, mountaineering, glacier treks and ski touring. Once we reach the wild slopes, well skin up to move more efficiently through the backcountry bowls that provide excellent runs. Our days with him varied from skiing sick couloirs to hitting 2,200 vertical foot lines of pure powder bliss. British columbia is a backcountry skiing paradise, with its heavy snowfalls and vast alpine terrain. Not only is this one of the most current backcountry skiing howtos ive ever seen, but it covers an amazing gamut of informationan example is chapter 2 decisionmaking in avalanche. Discover rogers pass, east of revelstoke, the northern america mecca for powder skiing or enjoy amazing runs on untracked powder in pemberton. Looking for a map or guide book to help plan your next ski touring adventure.
A week of backcountry skiing and ski mountaineering at icefall lodge. Our aim is to build connection with people and the natural world through untold mountain and ski experiences. Backcountry lodges of british columbia association. Galena mountain guides gmg is a bc based guide service that specializes in campbased climbing and skiing adventures in remote, wilderness locations throughout british columbia. Backcountry skiing british columbia travel information. Backcountry snowcats is a cat skiing and snowboarding operation hidden in british columbias south. Boulder hut adventures holds a unique place in the history of backcountry ski lodge operation in british columbia. Kootenay ski touring guidebook combines with website the. Blbca members are here to help you achieve that balance. Backcountry ski lodge trip, british columbia backcountry babes.
Rogers pass backcountry ski guidebook an atlas and guide. Crosscountry skiing british columbia travel information. Well hike and ski with experienced guides, retreating to our cozy backcountry lodge each night. Exploring the coast mountains on skis john baldwin. Sean and julia are seasoned and well equipped wilderness travelers ready for any wildlife encounters. Backcountry lodges of british columbia association posts. Guided backcountry skiing in rogers pass, bc 57hours. With more than 50 nordic skiing areas across the province, its no wonder british columbia is a popular crosscountry ski destination.
The mountains surrounding squamish are characterized by glacier zone. Western canadas best backcountry skiing destinations. Guide to skiing in british columbia columbia sportswear blog. The best hikes in british columbia, canada 10adventures. By virtue of its location between the pacific ocean and the strait of georgia, mt. Life at boulder hut today is nearly as simple as when margie and art founded the operation and this is by choice. Hone your offpiste skiing skills and learn to safely access backcountry terrain with a professionally certified guide at an all mountain skills camp held at sun peaks resort.
Boulder hut adventures backcountry skiing, ski touring. Waking up at 6,800ft allows you instant access to this amazing backcountry. Your super, natural british columbia backcountry adventure begins here. Spot x 2way satellite messenger best rain shells of 2020 2019 gear of the year awards how to pack your backpack how to use bear spray arcteryx aerios fl mid gtx shoe celebrating 50 mount rainier style. Nov 05, 2014 the best backcountry ski lodges in british columbia north of the u. Welcome to the backcountry lodges of british columbia. The terrain in the parks boundary is the 34,000 hectares of canadas best couloir skiing. Revelstoke backcountry guides is committed to safety minded, high adventure experiences in the columbia mountains of b. Gmg is owned and operated by husband and wife team pierre hungr and natelle fitzgerald. A guidebook to mountain ski touring in southwestern british columbia.
Located in glacier national park in british columbia, canada a major. Find peace listening to your breath and the gentle glide of ski on skin track as you travel in untracked terrain. Beautiful british columbia is a great place for a holiday. Skiing magazine volkens new book backcountry skiing with coauthors scott schell and margaret wheeler is indeed a magnum opus. Includes everything from backcountry skiing, scenic tours, challenging ski. From guided ski weeks with deep powder, comfortable lodges, local guides, cooks, and gourmet meals to self guided, self catered skiing to ski mountaineering and avy courses to tours of the european alps, icefall lodge has it all. British columbia ski resorts spectacular scenery and a mild winter climate provide the perfect combination for winter sports in british columbia with each resort offering a unique experience. Icefall lodge backcountry skiing 2014, british columbia. The amount of terrain in british columbia for backcountry skiing and snowboarding is staggering. Best backcountry skiing locations in canada 57hours. This zone offers some of the best backcountry skiing in the coast mountains, the summits rise to 2500m and 3200m with some peaks reaching over 4000m.
Some backcountry camps cater exclusively to women, like revelstokes girls do ski, which offers a range of ski touring. Backcountry snowcats ltd pemberton 2020 all you need to. May 11, 2014 a week of backcountry skiing and ski mountaineering at icefall lodge. We all agree that this book is easily one of the most comprehensive ski. Each 68 day tour is tailored to mountain conditions and clients skill levels. The blbca is the most extensive backcountry accommodation network in canada. We had two of the most amazing days with him in the backcountry of kicking horse, bc. Newcomers guide to backcountry skiing in bc explore bc.
Fly into vancouver and from there explore everything from the rugged bc coast to the interior mountain peaks. Multiday itineraries include glacial terrain and possible summits for intermediate to advanced skiers. The result of sprouls work is the book rogers pass uptracks, bootpacks and bushwhacks. The website is designed to work with the book, but what i found. January 10 last season, we had the pleasure of hosting an allstar team organized by altus mountain guides, putting our new snowcat assisted touring product to the test. About us aaa backcountry guides golden, british columbia. Icefall lodge big mountains, deep snow, good friends.
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