Freshfield Icefield, Banff, 5 Day Guided Ski Tour
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Join IFMGA certified guide David on this amazing 5 day trip to the beautiful and exclusive Freshfield Icefields near the famed Banff National Park in the Canadian Rocky Mountains.
Rockies
6 Days
Apr
High
Intermediate
Description
The renowned Banff National Park is an enormous wonder. However, the area near it is just as spectacular. And due to the enormity of that area, there is an abundance of different areas you can explore. And for 5 wonderful days, we would like to guide you through the Freshfield ice fields.
This vast area is filled with wondrous sights. And another wonderful aspect of this adventure is that you will be far away from the crowds. We ensure that by taking you on a scenic helicopter flight deep into the fields. And once you arrive, you will be granted a wide open, peaceful, exhilarating and exclusive set of surroundings.
There is also a lot of excitement to be had in the Freshfield ice fields as well. And that is due to an array of thrilling descents that we will be more than happy to guide you through!
But the fun doesn't just involve typical skiing descents. You will also get to enjoy some great tree skiing, ski mountaineering, and glacier skiing as well.
As a result of the Freshfield ice fields' unpredictable conditions, participants on this trip are required to have previous overnight backcountry ski touring experience. They are also required to have winter camping experience as well because we will be camping every night of this trip. You should also be in good physical condition.
So send us a request, and come and join us on this unforgettable journey to the Freshfield Icefields. The views, the skiing, the privacy of this incredible place is unmatched.
I can also lead you on a week long ski tour through the Purcell Mountains of British Columbia as well.
Itinerary
Day 0: Pre-Trip Planning
We will meet at 4 pm in Golden, BC before the start of the trip. At the meeting, we will go over any possible changes, due to weather or other factors, as well as the logistics of the trip, including all necessary forms. We will also conduct an avalanche beacon exercise.
Day 1: Arrival via helicopter to the Freshfield Icefields
We will fly on the helicopter to the South boundary of the Banff National Park near the Freshfield icefields at 7 am. After arriving we will set up camp. Afterwards, you will get to spend the whole day skiing.
Day 2 to 5: Ski Days
Throughout these days we will take you from our base camp to different areas where you can enjoy a variety of different skiing adventures, from glacier skiing and ski mountaineering to tree skiing.
Day 5: Departure
We will depart the camp on a short flight back to Golden at 4 pm.
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Participants should bring the following items with them: skiing equipment, avalanche safety equipment, wind and waterproof jacket and pants, warm pants, fleece pullover, fleece shirt or vest, fleece underwear, 2 pairs of gloves, scarf or bandanna, socks, wool or fleece hat, sun hat, spare underwear, toiletries, sun glasses, sunscreen, goggles, 1 litre water bottle, small blister kit, personal items, pocket knife, camera.
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