Colorado backcountry can be a great place to enjoy solitude and fresh lines, but a basic skill set is important to have before heading out on your own. Let us teach you the basics so that you can start to earn your turns. Both Ski and Splitboard options available.
2021 Course List
Intro to Backcountry – Weston Sponsored
Prerequisite
Must be competent skier or rider on blue terrain. Minimum age 14 years old
Course Description
Learn what it takes to begin venturing into the backcountry. Learn the basics about avalanche hazards, weather observations, and trip planning. Overview of all equipment, including beacon, shovel and probe. Then head out to the trail for a basic tour through the woods. This is a great prep course for AIARE Level 1.
Time
8:30 am – 4 pm
Cost
$155/person
Equipment
ALL equipment included EXCEPT boots and personal clothing. Lunch NOT included
Skis and Splitboards from Weston Backcountry. Limited models and sizes so please reserve early. All gear compatible with downhill boots.
Course taught by Weston sponsored Guide
2021 Group Courses
January 10, January 23, February 6, March 6
Touring in Avalanche Terrain
2021 Group Courses
January 24, February 7, March 7
Private Instruction
Available Any Day Dec 1 – April 30
Prerequisite
Must be competent skier or rider on black diamond terrain. Participation in Intro course is preferred. Minimum age 14 years old.
Course Description
Spend a day on the mountain learning to travel safely and efficiently through the backcountry. This includes uphill travel techniques like the kick turn, and how to quickly change over from climb to shred mode. We will also learn how to analyze a snowpit with three simple tests. Finally, we plan to have fun and make some great turns!
Time
8:30 am – 4 pm
Cost
$155/person
Equipment
ALL equipment included EXCEPT boots and personal clothing. Lunch NOT included. All gear compatible with downhill boots.
Splitboard Techniques
2021 Group Courses
February 27
Private Instruction
Available Any Day Dec 1- April 30
Prerequisite
Must be a competent rider on black diamond terrain. Minimum age 14 years old
Course Description
Learn to shred lines in the backcountry with fellow sideways riders. We will talk about board specific challenges and how to adapt. Also learn some tricks for keeping up with your two planked friends.
Time
8:30am-4pm
Cost
$155/day
Equipment
ALL equipment included EXCEPT boots and personal clothing. Lunch NOT included
Splitboards from Weston Backcountry. Limited models and sizes so please reserve early. All gear compatible with downhill boots.
Course taught by Weston sponsored Guide
Splitboard Rentals
24 Hour Rentals
Cost for board package
$50/day
Equipment Included: Splitboard, Bindings, Skins, and Poles – Weston boards NOW available!
Cost for rescue package
$35/day
Equipment Included: Transceiver, Shovel, Probe
RMOC is an equal opportunity service provider. RMOC operates under special use permits from the San Isabel National Forest. All or part of this operation is conducted on Public Lands under special permit from the U.S. Bureau of Land Management.