Half-Day Tour

Book an Amazing half-day backcountry experience in legendary Turnagain Pass!

by Girdwood Backcountry Guides
Half-Day Tour
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Duration 4 Hours
Group size 2-10 People
Ages 12+
Meets at Girdwood, AK

About

This Backcountry trip starts from Girdwood, Alaska, Home to Alyeska Resort.

There are many different tour locations in the Pass, and your guide will choose a location that maximizes your ski day based on the weather, your skiing abilities, and the avalanche forecast.

A half-day tour is a great amount of time for beginners just starting or experts who haven't been out in a while. The number of runs is dependent on your speed & fitness, the snowpack of the day, and the location that we go to.

Most often, a half-day tour is only one run in Turnagain Pass.

Highlights

Escape the crowded resort slopes and immerse yourself in the untouched beauty of the backcountry with our half-day skiing adventure.

This experience is perfect for thrill-seekers and nature enthusiasts alike, offering a blend of adrenaline and tranquility as you carve your path through the Alaskan mountains.

With expert guides leading the way, you'll explore secluded terrain and take in breathtaking alpine vistas far from the hustle and bustle of traditional ski resorts.

Exploring Turnagain Pass for skiers & snowboarders is not too missed when visiting Girdwood, Alaska, and Alyeska Resort.

What's included

  • Professional American Avalanche Association Guides
  • Experienced, Local Knowledge
  • Backcountry Skiing
  • Avalanche Support

What to bring

Touring Gear:

  1. Backpack. 30-35 Liters. Large enough to fit everything INSIDE, including probe, shovel & water bottles. Avalanche Airbags are NOT REQUIRED but recommended.
  2. Boots: AT Ski / Snowboard.
  3. AT Skis / Split-board. Avoid heavy skis/boards.
  4. Bindings. Tech bindings are ideal, and brakes are recommended or have leashes. The boot and DIN must be properly adjusted on the binding.
  5. Skins. With tail clips. Cut to your skis / split-board.
  6. Ski Poles. With snow baskets.
  7. Ski Strap. One is required, a few are recommended.
  8. Avalanche Beacon. Must be less than 10 years old, three-antenna, and have current software updates.
  9. Probe. 280cm minimum. BD QuickDraw Tour 280cm. BCA 300cm.
  10. Shovel. Quality avalanche shovel, absolutely No Plastic and No Cheap brands such as “Life Line”.
  11. Water bottles and Thermos. 2 liters total. Filled with water. Wide mouth. No Camelback hose type. 1L Nalgene and 1L GSI Vacuum Thermos for winter. Two 1L Nalgene’s for spring.
  12. Lunch.
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