Mountain Skills Academy
4368 Main St # 207B V8E 1B6 Whistler, BC, Canada

' 2 - 3 : Feb 5th/6th & 12th/13th Are you looking to take your backcountry skiing to the next level this winter? ... The AST 2 course consists of one classroom day and 3 days of extensive outdoor field sessions on the mountain focusing on terrain analysis, snowpack assessment and rescue skills. We provide you with the know-how to easily formulate a logical, concise and dependable safety plan for backcountry skiing or riding. You will learn to bring together critical information and resources into one unique integrated plan. : https://bit.ly/3rnfWiL #inspireadventuresafely

The dark art of the kick turns with @powdergangster Use it wisely and only when needed. Think about rounding turns when you can. But when you have to deploy a kick turn try these tricks to make them easier. 1. Don't point straight up hill... 2. Get deep into the turn 3. Brace yourself on outside ski 4. Put ski across fall line 5. Match your other ski #skitouring #backcountryskiing #skimountaineering #avalanchesafety #avalanche

If you are planning on heading into the backcountry this winter you should definitely know how to safely navigate on glaciated terrain. Learn to be self-sufficient with our Winter Crevasse Rescue and Glacier Travel course. : ... Feb, 8th - 9th - 4 spots available Feb, 26th - 27th - 4 spots available Mar, 12th - 13th Mar, 23rd - 24th #inspireadventuresafely

What we're looking for: Camp counsellors to take kids on an adventure and get them stoked on the outdoors! Minimum Basic First Aid (16 hours) Previous experience with Kids Camps or child education is preferred Previous outdoor work experience is beneficial... The day-to-day: Supervising and guiding kids through various activities including Via Ferrata, rock climbing, hiking and outdoor skills (shelter building, navigation, knot tying) Coordinating with the office and other counsellors to organize the day Communicating with parents at drop-off and pick-up Problem-solving on-the-go Details: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-3:30 pm July & August (8 weeks) Squamish and Whistler available Potential for more guiding after camps have finished! Pro deals and other perks! See more: https://www.mountainskillsacademy.com/camps/

Companion Rescue Skills Clinic: Practice your companion rescue skills and advance beyond the scope of AST1 by learning how to deal with multiple burials, close-proximity multiple burials, deep burials, coordinate group rescues, and search without transceivers. Discussion topics also include airbags, new shovelling techniques, and avalanche incident triage. : January 12th... Book via our website or phone 604 938 9242 #inspireadventuresafely

MSAA has partnered with Mabey Ski and Journeyman Lodge to bring a guided ski touring trip combined with an AST-2 course. Expect the usual gourmet meals and après snacks, in addition to daily guiding and AST-2 tuition over the course of your stay. This trip gives you the opportunity to spend time with your course buddies both on and off the mountain. : 13 January - Classroom-based day in Whistler... 14 - 16 January - AST-2 course in the field (stay: Journeyman Lodge 17 January - Guided touring day (stay: Journeyman Lodge) 18 January - Guided touring morning (depart Journeyman Lodge) : Following a classroom day in Whistler on 13 January, you’ll make your way to the Journeyman Lodge on 14 January for a 4-night stay where you'll be immersed in the backcountry, learning terrain choice, avalanche safety, backcountry travel and more from your ACMG guide. Enjoy a day and a half of guided touring from the lodge, shredding the deep and endless backcountry terrain surrounding your backcountry paradise. Tuck into gourmet meals, and get to know your new touring buddies over a beer or two in the evenings. : $2,700 (+GST) for a single bed (twin nook) : . 4 days of meals at the lodge (breakfast, bagged lunch, après-ski snack and 3-course dinner each night) cooked by the lodge chef 4 days of AST-2 certification, including 1 day of classroom time Cosy and comfortable accommodation at Journeyman Lodge (twin sleeping nooks) AST-2 certification 1.5 days of guided ski touring Transport to and from the staging area (Callaghan Valley) Send us a DM if you are interested in booking

Kick-start your new year the right way with an Avalanche Skills Training Course: AST Level 1 AST Level 2 Companion Rescue Skills Clinic... AST Refresher #inspireadventuresafely

Stay safe out in the backcountry at the moment with the high risk of avalanches. If you are thinking of heading out drop us a line to find out the best and safest locations or put you in touch with one of our experienced guides. #inspireadventuresafely

Legendary Backcountry Adventures with Mountain Skills Academy. We'll take you to the 'goods!"

Looking at this and thinking about what might exactly go into your pack for a weekend adventure? Join our weekend backpacking essentials online event happening 21 - 6. If you are either planning a multi-day backpacking trip or looking to move away from established campsites to the remote backcountry this talk will have something for you! Join Mountain Skills Academy, Escape Route & BC AdventureSmart as part of the GO Fest Whistler's Great Outdoors Festival for... an informative 1.5hrs of essential backpacking tips and tricks! From pre-departure planning, how to pack for efficient light travel and how to stay safe out in the backcountry. For more information on the GOFest line up visit greatoutdoorsfest.com : https://fb.me/e/2iUblavEz

New to Rock Climbing? Come checkout some of our beginner Rock Clinics during #rockstokeweek (May 29th - June 6th) in Squamish. Link in bio In partnership with @bcmountaineeringclub

Have you ever stared at the Chief and imagined what it would be like to scale the rock face? Or maybe you watched The Dawn Wall during lockdown and are now itching to begin your climbing escapes? Come join us on one of our Rock Climbing Tasters this summer. Let the good times roll! #inspireadventuresafely

Our guides also like to have fun during our AST Courses! @23-creative

Our Avalanche Skills Training Level 2 course teaches managing and mitigating avalanche and mountain hazards. Learn how to formulate a logical, concise and dependable safety plan for backcountry skiing or splitboarding. With the AST2 we have two options you can either take the course in one four day block or 2 consecutive weekends in Whistler. #inspireAdventureSafely... Dan O'Keefe

Thank you @23.creative for joining us on our AST 1 Squamish last weekend! #inspireadventuresafely

Do you spend time in the backcountry or on the trails? Ever wonder what impacts our recreation passions have on the Sea-to-Sky's threatened grizzly bears? Join AWARE and the Coast to Cascades Grizzly Bear Initiative on Jan 11th for a scientist panel discussion focused on answering grizzly bear questions from recreation enthusiasts. Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/424952948653064/

Join us TONIGHT at 6:30pm for our Intro to Ski Touring FREE virtual presentation. Learn what gear and skills you need to safely adventure into the backcountry this Winter! A must for those new to ski touring! Escape Route will be doing a giveaway for a shovel & probe and MSAA will be doing a giveaway for an AST 1 course!!!! We will also provide a 15% off code if you decide to take an AST course following this presentation. ... Join the presentation here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88144410353

Learn to recognize changing hazards, navigate with a map and compass, and build a travel and safety plan for diverse alpine terrain regardless of conditions and visibility during our Mountain Navigation Course. Still places available: 23rd - 24th January DM us for more details. Book Here: https://bit.ly/3rN578J... #inspireAdventureSafely

We cannot wait for some of this! #inspireadventuresafely

Eager to get into the backcountry with all this new snow? Scrub up on your avalanche knowledge with our new series of clinics! Haven't taken an Avalanche Skills Training Course....why not book one for this month?! #inspireadventuresafely

Have you been wanting to try backcountry skiing or snowboarding? Join one of our Women’s Intro to Backcountry tours and learn to enjoy the backcountry safely. First date is December 5th! #inspireadventuresafely

MSAAs utmost priority is to ensure our clients safety in relation to COVID-19, just as our priority in our day-to-day operations is to ensure clients safety while travelling in the backcountry. The Public Health Authority has deemed that ASTs and other educational activities are permitted. As per advice given by Avalanche Canada and the ACMG, MSAA feels comfortable in continuing to offer all its courses and adventures. We will be monitoring all public health information to a...ssess if we can safely operate our programs according to applicable current guidance. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Fancy a break from skiing? Great news! Adventure into the winter wonderland around Loggers Lake for a half day tour or venture further to Garibaldi Lake for a full day tour! #inspireadventuresafely