Hidden Gems: White Mountain Exploration Tour

Prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey into the lesser-known realms of the White Mountains. The "Hidden Gems" course beckons to experienced skiers and snowboarders seeking to uncover this pristine wilderness's most obscure and captivating corners.

Unveil the Secrets of the Mountains

This course is your invitation to explore the enigmatic, the remote, and the less traveled. It's tailored for adventurers who relish the thrill of a long approach, the exhilaration of breaking new trails, and the challenges of navigating through the dense, untouched forests of New Hampshire. In the spirit of true adventure, you may find that the journey to the destination is as rewarding as the skiing itself.

Course Highlights

• Orientation and Gear Check: The day commences with an orientation that sets the stage for your extraordinary expedition. We'll ensure you're equipped for every challenge that lies ahead.

• Safety Beyond All: Safety is our guiding principle. Our day begins with a comprehensive review of the latest information from the Mount Washington Avalanche Center avalanche advisory and the Mount Washington Observatory forecast. This knowledge forms the foundation of our decision-making throughout the expedition.

• Master the Unpredictable: Our expert guides will lead you through essential topics, including:

  • Precision in safe route finding, especially in unfamiliar terrain

  • Discerning avalanche-prone areas and other lurking hazards

  • Navigating diverse and unpredictable snow stability conditions

  • Perfecting the art of skinning, skiing, and snowboarding in terrain that varies from steep to variable

The Enigmatic Terrain Awaits

The location of this course is as elusive as the treasures you'll discover. It hinges on prevailing conditions and the skill level of the group. However, rest assured that there are no bounds to the terrain we can explore in the White Mountains. Prepare to be sworn to secrecy as we uncover the hidden gems of this majestic wilderness.

Ratio

This course has a 4:1 ratio of participants per guide. The course cost is higher compared to intro/intermediate courses due to the lower ratio.

Ability Level

Participants looking to take this course should have previous backcountry skiing/snowboarding experience and feel comfortable making controlled turns on steep and/or gladed terrain in variable conditions. You should feel comfortable being outside in the mountains for 6-8 hours with enough physical ability to travel uphill with a pack for 3+ miles (with enough energy leftover for downhill travel and possibly checking out multiple locations).

Avalanche Safety Equipment

This course may travel in or approach avalanche terrain; avalanche safety equipment (transceiver, probe, shovel) is required for participation.

Prerequisites

Advanced resort skier/rider, very comfortable on black diamonds in varying conditions. Minimum of one or two seasons of backcountry experience. Basic experience with an avalanche beacon, probe, and shovel.

A minimum of two is required to activate this course.