Backcountry Skiing & Snowboarding Courses — From Resort to Backcountry

Structured Courses for Backcountry Progression

Ready to move beyond the resort? The Mountain Guides offer structured backcountry skiing and splitboarding courses in Wyoming’s Teton Range, Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park, and Utah’s Wasatch Range. Our courses are designed as a progression — from your first day skinning uphill to multi-day ski mountaineering objectives on technical alpine terrain. All courses are taught by AMGA-accredited ski guides who live and work in these mountains year-round.

Course Progression

Intro to Backcountry Ski & Splitboard: Your first step from resort to backcountry. Covers skinning technique, transitions, avalanche awareness basics, route selection, and backcountry etiquette. No prior touring experience required. Available in Colorado (RMNP).

Backcountry Essentials: For newer tourers who have basic uphill skills but want structured coaching on terrain management, group travel, and decision-making in avalanche terrain. Available in Wyoming (Tetons).

Backcountry Skiing & Riding: Private guided backcountry tours in the Tetons for intermediate-to-advanced backcountry skiers. Your guide selects terrain based on conditions and your goals. Available in Wyoming.

Ski & Splitboard Mountaineering Camp: Advanced multi-day camp covering rope systems, steep skiing technique, glacier travel, and alpine ski objectives. For experienced backcountry skiers ready to push into bigger terrain. Available in WY, CO, and UT.