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SNOW HOST TOURS

Enjoy a guided orientation of Red Mountain for free when you arrive and learn where all the best spots to ski are. Our Snow Hosts have a vast knowledge of the rich history of Rossland and Red Mountain, and are always eager to tell a tale or share a favourite groomer. Groups meet at the Base Area and depart daily at 9am and 12pm. Book ahead with the Snowsports School to ensure your group enjoys this memorable experience. If you are looking for a tour off the beaten track, check out Adventure Guides, or a Backcountry Guided Trip (see below)

SNOWSHOE TOURS
$29

Enjoy a tour around the Red Mountain Resort beautiful snowshoe loop Tours available Wednesday and Sunday afternoons 1:00- 3:00 pm

Price includes guide and snowshoes

Minimum 2 people for each tour. Must be booked 24 hours in advance

ADVENTURE GUIDES
$49 for 2 hours, $99 for full day

Rip around the mountain discovering all the awesome inbound stashes, steeps and chutes in this full day tip and turn guided programs.

9am-3pm

2 hour program available

Lunch and lift tickets not included

Minimum 2 adventurers required

Must book 24 hours in advance

Notes: Minimum number required for each specialty program. Program do not include lift tickets and rental equipment unless specified. Prices do not include all applicable taxes.

Booking Policy: Full payment is required at the time of booking
Cancellation Policy: Full payment will be reimbursed if cancel more than 48 hours in advance. Cancellations made within 48 hours will not be reimbursed.

BACKCOUNTRY TRIP GUIDING PROGRAMS
Experience the surrounding Red Mountain backcountry with a qualified and educational guide. This full day trip includes your personal guide and a safety instruction session.
  • $89 per person for a group of 6-12 people
  • $129 per person for a semi-private group of 2-5 people
  • $179 per person for a private guide

BACKCOUNTRY PROGRAMS

BACKCOUNTRY TRIPS

Experience Red Mountain's backcountry guide with a qualified and educational guide. Trips are available into the lift accessed powder stashes and include your personal guide and a safety instruction session.

Private Backcountry Trip
$179

1 adventurer - full day tour

Semi-Private Backcountry Trip
$129

2-5 adventurers - full day tour

Group Backcountry Trip
$89

Group: 6-12 adventurers

Backcountry guide is provided through RMA (Rossland Mountain Adventures) and Harry Allard: CAA Professional Member, Level 2 Avalanche Technician, 8 years of experience as a Professional Ski Guide and AST 1 Course Instructor.

Note: Prices do not include backcountry touring equipment, lift ticket or lunch. Prices do not include all applicable taxes. Do you need backcountry touring equipment, lift ticket or lunch? We can put together an all-inclusive package for you on your request. Enquire and book at the TMP tmp@redresort.com

RMA Payment: Full payment is required at time of booking

RMA Cancellation Policy: Full refund if cancelled more than 4 weeks in advance, 50% refund if cancelled within 4 weeks of start date

RMA Age restrictions: students under 18 years of age must attend program with parent or guardian or have special permission written and signed on company waiver.

Bookings are made at the Mountain Projects Building
tmp@redresort.com
(250) 362-7384, Ext 235

ADDITIONAL BACKCOUNTRY OPTIONS

Hire a certified guide through The Mountain Project at tmp@redresort.com to learn how to use touring gear properly, access Red Mountain's backcountry, and navigate safely through avalanche terrain. If needed, we also offer these options:

  • Snowshoes: $15
  • Touring skis/AT bindings/skins: Contact Red Sports/Rentals
  • Backcountry lift access with a guide: $29.50
  • Lunch (wrap, apple, drink, cookie): $15
SOS Safety Equipment Rentals

Red Mountain Resort highly recommends taking a safety equipment course with a certified guide. There is no purpose in having safety gear if you don’t know how to use it.

  • Transceiver, shovel, probe and backpack: $20
  • Transceiver: $12
  • Shovel: $4
  • Probe: $4

 

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INSTRUCTOR COURSES

Become a certified Canadian Ski Instructors Alliance (CSIA) ski instructor or Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors (CASI) snowboard instructors this winter at Red Mountain Resort. Already a certified ski or snowboard instructor, come to Red Mountain for other certification courses.

CSIA Ski instructor Level 1
4 days: $375

December 13, 14, 20, 21

January 22-25

February 16-19

March 16-19

Lift tickets: available for 50% off during course dates

Information: www.snowprobc.com

Registration: Red Snowsports School - snowsports@redresort.com

CSIA Level 2
$540.20

March 30-April 3

CSIA Level 3
$540.20

March 9-13

Exam: March 28-29 $232.60

CSIA Snowpark
$304

March 18-20

CASI Snowboard Instructor Level 1
3 days: $346.50

February 6-8

February 17-19

CASI Snowboard Instructor Park Course
2 days: $242.16

March 19-20

CASI Level 2
2 days: $430.76

March 31-April 3

CSCP Canadian Snowboard Coaching Program
$295.00

CSCP Basic Coach, December 19-21

CANSI Telemark Instructor
$325.00

CANSI Telemark Level 1, January 2-4

CADS Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing

CADS Level 1, $50, January 14-16

CADS Level 2, $50, January 17

AVALANCHE SKILLS TRAINING

Gain valuable avalanche training and certification through Avalanche Courses held at Red Mountain Resort. We offer Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 and Level 2 through Rossland Mountain Adventures. For bookings and information contact Snowsports School in the TMP.

Avalanche Skills Training Level 1
$179.00

3 day avalanche awareness course for safe backcountry travel

2 evening lectures and 2 full field days

Price does not include lift ticket or backcountry travel equipment

Minimum 5 participants, Maximum 12.

Intermediate tree skiing ability required, good physical condition

Course focuses on avalanche terrain, transceiver use, self rescue techniques, group management, route finding, snowpit analysis and stability tests, hazard recognition and management, navigation, map and compass, winter survival and full rescue scenario.

* Includes CAA AST 1 Student Manual, CAA Avaluator Booklet and card, CAA AST Level 1 Certificate (upon completion)

Dates: December 5-7, 2008
December 19-21. 2008
January 9-11, 2009
January 16-18, 2009
January 28-30, 2009
February 13-15, 2009

Minimum 5 participants, Maximum 12. Price does not include lift ticket or backcountry travel equipment. Prices do not include all applicable taxes. (This course is a pre-requisite for Avalanche Skills Training Level 2 and the CAA Technician Level 1)

Avalanche Skills Training Level 2
$539.00

4 day advanced avalanche safety training for serious backcountry enthusiasts

3 evening lectures, 4 rigorous field days and 1 overnight in a snow cave

Advanced tree skiing ability and very good physical condition required

Course focuses on in depth theories on mountain process, snow science, meteorology, human and social behaviour, avalanche terrain analysis and management strategies, avalanche rescue and survival technology, winter mountain skills and overnight shelter, advanced navigation and full rescue scenario.

* Cost includes CAA AST 2 Student Manual, CAA Avaluator Booklet and card, CAA AST Level 2 Certificate (upon completion), 1 night in snow cave, 3 meals and all winter camping equipment, snowcat access, and much more. Contact the Snowsports School for more information.

Dates:February 23-26, 2009, Red Mountain, Kootenay Pass, Big Red Cats, Old Glory.

Minimum 5 participants, Maximum 12. Price does not include lift tickets or backcountry travel equipment. Prices do not include all applicable taxes.

Avalanche courses are run through RMA (Rossland Mountain Adventures) and taught by Harry Allard: CAA Professional Member, Level 2 Avalanche Technician, 8 years of experience as a Professional Ski Guide and AST 1 Course Instructor.

" National course standards developed by the CAC " (Canadian Avalanche Centre)

RMA Payment: full payment required at booking for Avalanche courses

RMA Cancellation Policy: full refunded if cancel more than 4 weeks in advance, 50% refund if cancel within 4 weeks of start date.

RMA Age restrictions: students under 18 years of age must attend program with parent or guardian or have special permission written and signed on company waiver.

Backcountry travel equipment required: transceiver, shovel , probe, skis with touring bindings and skins, snowshoes/snowboard with telescopic ski poles, split board with skins, backpack ( 30-40 L for AST 1 and 60 - 70 L for AST 2 ) , warm clothing, headlamp, basic first aid, food and drink. ( no boot packers allowed) optional : first aid kit, snow study kit, repair kit, survival kit. All students must arrive with fitted gear and prepared.

Bookings are made at the Mountain Projects Building
tmp@redresort.com
(250) 362-7384, Ext 235

AVALANCHE AWARENESS PROGRAMS

National Avalanche Awareness Days

Canadian Avalanche Association (CAA), January 9-11, Red Mountain Resort

Avalanche Awareness Course
$49

1 day avalanche awareness course for safe backcountry travel that focuses on avalanche terrain, transceiver use, self rescue techniques, group management, route finding, snowpit analysis and stability tests, hazard recognition and management, navigation, map and compass, and winter survival.

  • 1 full field day
  • Terrain evaluation
  • Snowpack tests
  • Backcountry powder
  • Minimum 4 participants

Dates: December 27, 2008, January 26, 2009, January 31, 2009, February 20, 2009, March 14, 2009

Discover Backcountry Travel
$49

Gain a hands on introduction to safe backcountry travel. Topics will include:

  • Touring gear
  • Safety equipment
  • Trip planning
  • Backcountry powder
  • Minimum 4 participants

Dates: December 28, 2008, January 27, 2009, February 1, 2009, February 21, 2009, March 15, 2009