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I stand spellbound. Below me is a snow slope of such absolute purity I expect to wake from this dream at any moment. But the cold mountain air I inhale and the glare of the snow are more than real. I pause before pushing off, to allow my overloaded senses to become accustomed to the surroundings. So much adrenaline. It is a handicap to good technique and I want to sign this slope perfectly, with tracks that do justice to the surroundings.
My guide beckons from below and I push off into the fall-line. Such snow, gossamer, engulfing my boots almost to my knees, there is no resistance and it is as if I'm floating through a cloud. The sensation is exquisite and I don't want it to end. Fortunately the slopes of Black Peak are so vast that it will be days before we run out of this gift of nature.
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Winter backcountry ski touring trips
- Pisa Range Tour 3 days - all levels
This is the easy way to cruise over rolling hills and experience what the buzz is about backcountry touring. This may even be your chance to experience your first turns down a virgin snow slope. From mid-July through to end of September.
- Black Peak Tour 3 days - intermediate plus
In addition we run three day ski touring adventures at Black Peak hut. Overnight in our cosy hut and wake high in the mountains ready for more. Our private hut, at 1800m on the mid-reaches of Black Peak (2283m), is an ideal base for ski-touring the Harris Mountains.
- Backcountry Awareness Course 4 days - intermediate plus
We offer 4-day practical Backcountry Courses in July and August at our private hut at Black Peak. Fly in on the first day and tour out to Treble Cone ski area on the final day consolidating the skills we have learned. Certificate, course manual etc. provided.
- Private Day Tour 1 day - all levels
Experience a fantastic day beyond the ski area boundary with your guide, learning the basics of ski touring or boarding backcountry terrain. A great day of solitude away from the crowds for one day. From mid-July through to end of September.
- Treble Cone Backcountry 1 day - intermediate plus
We are the Treble Cone ski area's official mountain guides. Treble Cone Snowsports offers a day backcountry touring and will make up a group of up to six. Experience the ultimate ... a day beyond the ski area boundary with your guide, learning the basics of ski touring or boarding backcountry terrain. From mid-July through to end September.
- Summit to Sea Tour 5 days - advanced
Have you ever wanted to ski traverse a range of peaks and glaciers? We fly into high mountain huts, giving us access to some of the world's most spectacular glacial terrain and surrounding peaks. 5 days July - September.
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Ski and Snowboard touring with Aspiring Guides |
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