Alps, 3 Day Advanced Ski Mountaineering Course

Master the art of ski mountaineering on this advanced level 3 day course on the peaks of the Alps with Enrico, an IFMGA certified guide.

Private

Alps

3 Days

Feb - Apr

High

Intermediate

Description

Ski Mountaineering in the Alps is one of the most thrilling things you can do in the range’s mighty peaks.

On this amazing 3 day advanced level course, I will teach you the high level techniques that are crucial for successful ski mountaineering. And because this course takes place in the Alps, anywhere from France and Italy to Switzerland, you will get to put what you learn into immediate practice.

There are a number of fantastic, and famous, ski spots to choose from on this adventure. Some examples of where we can go include the following.

Monte Rosa Massif
Mont Blanc Massif
Gran Paradiso
Piedmont

Some of the main things we will cover during this 3 day course include how to plan multi-day ski mountaineering trips and how to venture on more complex and steeper terrain. You will also learn how to properly navigate with maps, compasses and GPS. Moreover, a big priority on this course will be safety and self-rescue, along with avalanche awareness. This is because the more intense and challenging the trip, the more important safety becomes.

Participants should have previous ski mountaineering experience, proper ski descent technique and be in good physical condition.

It is my goal by the end of this course that you are able to enjoy some of the most exciting and challenging ski mountaineering trips available. So send me a request if you want to have a great time, while learning a tremendous amount of crucial techniques for advanced level ski mountaineering.

I also offer an introductory level 4 day version of this course as well.

Price includes

Guiding fee

Price details

The price does not include the guide´s expenses (accommodation, meals, lift tickets, etc).
The price does NOT include lodging, meals, and/or transportation for both clients and the guide. We can provide lodging at B&B Maison de la montagne (http://www.maisondelamontagne.net/) when based down the valley.

Details

More info

Skill level: intermediate to advanced. Participants should either have or rent the following the items: artva, pala, probe, first aid kit, spray adhesive, sturdy tape, skis appropriate for ski mountaineering, ski boots, skins, appropriate ski mountaineering clothing. According to the new directives of the Aosta Valley Regional College, insurance for recovery in the event of an accident is in charge of the customer and can be purchased by registering with the ITALIAN ALPINE CLUB (or corresponding local alpine club) or on the UVGAM website (https://pos.larcasrl.it/default.aspx?IDCON=926 ).

Meeting point

The meeting point will depend on the ski mountaineering area previously decided upon by the guide and participants.

About the guide

Enrico

4.9

(22)

Mountain Guide

My biggest satisfaction is to explore new places, and share it with a rope-mate. And to do it as a professional is the realization of a dream. At the age of 15, I knew I wanted to become a mountain guide, I wanted to live in the mountains, teach and share my new passion. In 2006 I realized my dream and I became a professional mountain guide. I like sharing my knowledge and experience with my clients, taking a journey that transforms slowly the guide-client relationship in climbing partner and often in friendship. I am not and never will be a lone climber but "a company" 'explorer. My specialty lies certainly in climbing on ice and mixed in the high mountains. With my clients I climbed the most difficult faces in the Alps, explored mountain ranges, traveled between America, Asia, Africa, and Europe.

Languages

Italian | French | English

Certificates

IFMGA

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What people are saying about Enrico

John

This was intended to be 10 days of skill building with the ultimate goal of climbing one of the 6 great north faces of the Alps. I'd climbed some mountains graded PD/AD- before and did a few mountaineering courses but didn't have much experience climbing ice, mixed or steep snow. This course blew my expectations out of the water. Enrico is the best guide I've ever had, from a combination of technical skill, patience, knowledge of all aspects and good nature. We climbed something every single day (!). I really progressed my ice climbing which was the main goal for me and many times during the course I came away feeling that I'd surprised myself by getting to the top. Enrico did a great job judging my level and found options every day to challenge but not overwhelm me. I came to trust his judgement and really appreciate the time we got to spend climbing some great routes. 10/10.

David

Great trip, highly customized and exceeding our expectations. Highly recommendable

Enrico is a fantastic person and a very good guide, very professional. We climbed Auguille d'Entreves.

Enrico is a mountaineering expert. I did many tours, summits and expeditions with him over the past 15 years Not only does he know the environment, but he is also technically very proficient, which is very comforting when the going gets tougher. He is a very safe guide, does not take chances as he wants both of us to get back home safely! And he likes to share and explain every decision he makes. Every outing with Enrico is a 5 star experience.