Basic Ski Touring Course in Aosta Valley
An introductory course to learn the basics of ski touring and begin exploring the winter mountains with greater awareness.
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DIFFICULTY LEVELS
The system uses two distinct parameters for each itinerary:
- Technical difficulty
- Physical difficulty (Fitness)
Both are divided into three levels: Low – Medium – High.
ALPINE TERRAIN
Low technical difficulty
Itinerary on rocky and/or snowy terrain, generally not very steep. May include short stretches on snow slopes up to 35°–40° and simple rock passages up to UIAA grade II.
Medium technical difficulty
More complex and exposed terrain. Requires good movement skills on snow and ice up to 45° and rock passages up to UIAA grade IV.
High technical difficulty
Very complex and exposed terrain. Requires solid experience on snow and ice slopes beyond 45°, possible use of two ice axes, and rock passages above UIAA grade IV.
Low physical difficulty
Daily elevation gain up to 400–500 m. Approximate activity time: 3–4 hours.
Medium physical difficulty
Daily elevation gain up to 800–1,000 m. Approximate activity time: 5–7 hours.
High physical difficulty
Daily elevation gain up to 1,400–1,800 m.
SKI MOUNTAINEERING TERRAIN
Low technical difficulty
Requires the ability to ski with parallel turns on black runs. No specific ski mountaineering or off-piste experience required.
Medium technical difficulty
Requires prior ski mountaineering and/or off-piste experience. Ability to ski in a controlled manner on all snow types on slopes up to 35°.
High technical difficulty
Requires full ski control on all snow types on slopes steeper than 35°. May include alpine sections requiring the use of ice axe and crampons.
Low physical difficulty
Trips with elevation gain under 800 m.
Medium physical difficulty
Trips with elevation gain between 800 and 1,200 m.
High physical difficulty
Trips with elevation gain over 1,200 m.
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2,00 €
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Description
Four days to approach ski touring progressively, learning the fundamental techniques of ascent and descent, the use of equipment and the basic principles of planning and risk management in a winter mountain environment.
The outings take place in different areas of Aosta Valley, chosen each time according to snow and weather conditions and the level of the group.
Course objectives
The course is designed to guide participants towards greater autonomy in a winter mountain environment. The aim is not only to learn techniques, but to begin understanding the terrain, interpreting conditions and moving in the mountains with greater judgement.
During the course, you will learn:
use of ski touring equipment
ascent technique with skins
basic off-piste descent techniques
basic principles for planning an outing
reading the snow and avalanche bulletin
use of avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe
basic principles of avalanche emergency management
Program
The four days take place on itineraries chosen each time according to snow conditions, weather and the level of the group.
Particular importance will be given to the morning briefing, during which the criteria for choosing the itinerary will be explained in relation to the snow and weather conditions of the day. During the outing, specific moments will also be dedicated to observing snow conditions, ascent technique and the management of a possible avalanche emergency.
The final locations will be communicated the day before the activity.
Prerequisites
To take part in the course, participants must be able to ski parallel turns on red slopes and have good physical fitness. No previous ski touring or off-piste skiing experience is required.
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The price includes
IFMGA Mountain Guide service for 4 days
Professional liability insurance of the Guide
The price does not include
Lift passes or ski lifts possibly used
Transfers and travel expenses
Rental of individual equipment, if needed
Lunches
Personal accident or cancellation insurance
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