Splitboard Program in the Mammoth Lakes, California

Be a part of our Sierra Splitboard Program in Mammoth Lakes,on a comprehensive introduction to splitboarding. This is the perfect chance for snowboarders who want to learn the skills and knowledge to access the backcountry safely!

Group

Sierra Nevada (California)

+1 Days

Jan, Dec

High

Intermediate

Highlights

Perfect introduction to splitboarding for snowboarders of all levels.
Cover all aspects of splitboarding, from gear setup to avalanche safety
Variety of course options to choose from, including a fun and informative social gathering

Description

Join us on our highly anticipated Sierra Splitboard Program in the Mammoth Lakes area for the 2023/2024 snow season!

This comprehensive program will cover everything you need to know to get started with splitboarding, including:

Splitboard setup and transitioning from tour to ride mode
Kick turn techniques
Avalanche equipment and how to use it properly
And much more!

This program is the perfect introduction to split boarding for snowboarders. It will familiarize you with the latest equipment, give you the tools you need to access the backcountry safely, and teach you the good practices you need to make the best decisions in avalanche terrain.

Our program consists of 3 outings:

Split Social: A fun and informative gathering for people interested in learning more about splitboarding.
Split 101: A one-day course that covers the basics of splitboarding, including equipment, technique, and safety.
Splitboard Only AIARE Avalanche Course: A two-day course that teaches you how to assess avalanche risk, make informed decisions in avalanche terrain, and rescue buried victims.

Please note, you do not have to attend all 3 courses, but we do encourage it. If you sign up for all 3 courses before November 1st, you'll receive a "Bluebird Special" discount. Individual courses will also be available to book if desired.

We're excited to help you take your snowboarding to the next level with our Sierra Splitboard Program!

Price includes

Guiding fee

Price details

The price also includes:
Equipment:
Weston Backcountry demo splitboard
Pomoca skins
Spark R&D or Karakoram bindings
Split poles
Bonus:
Special goody bag from Volcom and Weston Backcountry for guests who purchase the bundle option.

About the guide

Ryan

5.0

(15)

Single Pitch Instructor

I am the founder of Golden State Guiding and an AMGA Apprentice Alpine and Splitboard Guide, a certified Single Pitch Instructor, and certified Wilderness First Responder and also hold an AIARE Pro 1 certificate.

At Golden State Guiding we hold a valid permit to guide you legally in California's Eastern Sierra mountains including Mammoth Lakes, Sequoia/ Kings National Park, Mount Shasta in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, Joshua Tree National Park, Mission Trails Regional Park in San Diego, and Red Rock Canyon just outside of Las Vegas Nevada. All Golden State Guiding guides are professionally trained by the AMGA (American Mountain Guides Association) and are some of the best Guides in the industry. Our professional Guides know exactly where to take you for your day out of rock, ice, or alpine climbing, backcountry skiing or splitboarding, and mountaineering in California or Nevada.

These are some of the spots where we can take you:

- Joshua Tree National Park

- San Diego (Mission Gorge or Mount Woodson)

- Eastern Sierra (Lone Pine Peak, Mt Emerson, Mount Sill and the entire Palisade Range, Bear Creek Spire, Temple Crag, Crystal Crag, Cardinal Pinnacle, Iris Slab, Mammoth Lakes Basin, Clark Canyon)

- Mount Shasta in Shasta-Trinity National Forest in the Southern Cascades

- Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

Languages

English

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What people are saying about Ryan

First class operation from beginning to end. Ryan (I believe owner or manager) provided the best customer service from the moment I contacted him as a result of a search on the internet. He set everything up with ease, always staying in touch and making sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommend him for climbing at any level.

Ryan, Tim, Scott, and Ben were all very friendly, professional, and super knowledgeable. I know there's an inherent risk in climbing, but I'm confident I can use what I learned from this program and climb much more safely outdoors. I'll be signing up for their other programs!

We just had an amazing weekend climbing in the Mammoth area. Greg, our guide, was so talented and hilarious! I learned so much and we climbed tons of amazing varied routes. We laughed learned and climbed hard. Cant wait to do more with you guys! Thanks for everything Ryan and Greg!

Ryan was absolutely phenomenal. Lines were set and tied in well before our meeting time. He had a great game plan for us. I'll be booking again soon.

Ryan is truly a top notch guiding service. Ryan is more than accommodating to work with, and the rapport we have with the guides is unmatched. Keep up the great work!