Archive:Intro to Backcountry Skiing 2008
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Introduction
This trip is, perhaps obviously, an introduction to skiing in the backcountry. Skiing in the backcountry is a lot different than skiing in a resort for a bunch of reasons, including snow conditions, routefinding, avalanche danger etc. This trip is geared to introduce people to these differences so they can learn to be more confident heading into the wilderness in winter (on skis).
This trip is for people who have basic camping skills (and are prepared to camp outside in the cold, on snow) and skiing skills. Winter Longhike and Tele School are good preparation for this trip. Snowboarding is also possible in the backcountry (snowboarders typically use snowshoes for the uphill, or use a splitboard), but this trip is geared towards skiing. Snowboarders might be able to come on this trip if a snowboarding "instructor" is available, but that decision will be made at a later time.
Avalanche Education
Avalanches are a major consideration for winter backcountry travel. It is recommended that you educate yourself about avalanches before this trip. We will also discuss this issue at the trip, but the more you know, the better. The VOC is organizing an avalanche course two weeks before this trip, so you could consider taking that (this is the best option). There is also an online course available here. Reading a book on the subject wouldn't hurt either.
Date
February 2nd - 3rd, 2008
Note that this trip may be cancelled, postponed or the location changed based on weather and avalanche conditions.
Location
Group 1: Joffre Lakes
Group 2: Caspar Creek
Equipment List
Please consult the above link for all information regarding proper skiing clothing and gear. Please be aware that you will need proper backcountry skis for this trip (telemark or alpine touring) as well as skins (these are, of course, crucial), ski boots, and poles. Avalanche transceivers (modern 457 kHz type) and shovels are absolutely mandatory.
Sign Up
Each group is currently limited to 15 people (ie. full). Please feel free to add your name to the waiting list. People often drop out.
Please indicate whether you have avalanche training/experience.
Group 1
Instructors:
- Scott Webster
- Christian Champagne
- Matthew Baker
- Evan Morris
- Steve Mullen
Students:
- Devon Carr
- Sophia Moulton
- Anne Webster (AST 1)
- Joanna Kolakowska
- Eric Escobar (taking AST-1 Jan19-20)
- Michael Kaye
- Pierre Tallon
- Laura Morrison (AST 1)
- Gili Rosenberg (AST 1)
- Maya Goldstein (no AST)
- April (have taken AST 1)
- Felix Heinen
- Toni Marevic
- Andrew Silversides
- Bob Lai (AST 1)
Group 2
Instructors:
- Christian Veenstra
- Duncan McPhedran
- Matthew Carroll
- Line Christiansen
Students:
- Jason Kwok
- Anton Kaplan
- Ran Z. (no AST certification)
- Tracy Wilkinson
- Madelaine Wiese (no AST, some informal training)
- Josh Zukewich
- Colin Ferster (AST 1, snowboard?)
- Alix MacKay
- Emma V-B (Taking the Jan 19-20 avi course)
- Conrad Koziol
- Eddie (Taking the Jan 19-20 avi course)
- Elissa Smith (AST 1, 2007)
- Jason Bedard (AST 1, 2006)
- Philipp Zielke (taking AST 1 Jan 26-27)
- Peter Eugster (AST1 2008)
Waiting List
- Pawel Mirski (5 day Rec Avi Awareness, snowboard?)
- Anne Vialettes
- Nick Chng
Rides
Please indicate here if you have a car, where you are leaving from and how many people you can transport.
Evan Morris [can pick up anywhere, 4 passengers]
- April Hall
- Bob Lai
- Steve Mullen
- Champagne
Drivers Name [location leaving from, # of people]
Carless People
For people that don't have a car
- Name, leaving location
- Pierre Tallon (UBC)
- Laura Morrison (UBC)
- Ran Z (70th and Oak if I haven't moved by that time)
- Sophia Moulton
- Emma V-B (UBC)
- Madelaine Wiese (UBC)
- Eddie (1st & Victoria)
- Anne Vialettes (14th and Trimble)
- Felix Heinen (Downtown)
- Toni Marevic (Downtown)
- Colin Ferster (49 and Granville or UBC)