
Ski Mountaineering Camp 2 - 4 Feb 2024, Andermatt
Experience mountains off the beaten path! 3 days to expand your tool box for bigger adventures. You are an already experienced skier and want to discover the high mountains. This course is designed to improve your skills and confidence for ski mountaineering in more complex terrain. The main focus is on learning skills and tactics for adventures off the beaten path and to become more independent. We are planning on staying over in huts and winter rooms if the conditions allow.
Topics Covered:
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Tour planning and decision making
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Rope work in steep/advanced terrain
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​ Glacier travel​
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How to use crampons and ice axe efficiently
Fitness: Advanced
(up to 1200m of climbing)
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Technical: Advanced
(comfortable skiing 35 degrees in nearly all conditions, up to 40 in good conditions)
Equipment: every person must have:
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Off piste skis with skins (max 105mm waist)
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Ski crampons
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Avalanche Transceiver
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Backpack with:​
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Shovel and probe
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Water and lunch / snack
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Harness with carabiner and rappel device​
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Crampons and ice axe
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Rental Equipment Available: ​
Please reserve @ Imholzsport Andermatt
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Meeting Point: To be determined based on conditions
Price per Person for 3 days: ​
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730.- CHF
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4 people per group
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Included:
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3 Days of guiding in a small open group (4 people)
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UIAGM mountain guide / aspirant guide
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Board and lodging for the guide
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Not Included:
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Ski pass
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Overnight stay in huts
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Rental Equipment
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Transportation
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Food and Drinks
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Insurance (accident, mountain rescue, travel, illness and all other insurances are the responsibility of the participant) We recommend to be a member of "Rega" Swiss rescue service.