Take your avalanche training to the next level with Yamnuska’s AST 2 at Battle Abbey—5 days of expert instruction, deep powder skiing, and immersive learning in one of Canada’s most iconic backcountry lodges.| Yamnuska Mountain Adventures
Boost winter safety! Learn avalanche skills with experts in our AST 1 Course near Calgary in Canmore. Reserve your spot!| Yamnuska Mountain Adventures
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Take your avalanche training to the next level with Yamnuska’s AST 2 Course at Battle Abbey Lodge. Five days of expert instruction, and deep powder skiing in BC’s Selkirk Mountains.| Yamnuska Mountain Adventures
Join Yamnuska Mountain Adventures for our mountain skills semester. Our training courses focus on the skills required to travel safely in the mountains.| Yamnuska Mountain Adventures
Join Yamnuska’s Mountain Skills Semester in the Canadian Rockies — a 3-month training program in rock climbing, ice climbing, glacier travel, backcountry skiing, and wilderness first aid.| Yamnuska Mountain Adventures
When you’re deep in the backcountry, every calorie counts. Whether you’re ski touring across glaciated terrain, climbing high alpine routes, or trekking through rugged wilderness, the right food makes all the difference. That’s why we created Yamnuska Backcountry Kitchen—high-quality, Canadian-made dehydrated meals designed to fuel your adventures. Backcountry Meals Made in Canada Looking for locally […] The post Fuel Your Next Adventure with High-Performance Backcountry Meals app...| Yamnuska Mountain Adventures
Embark on the ultimate backcountry skiing adventure with the Bow to Yoho Ski Traverse, an iconic route that showcases the rugged beauty of the Canadian Rockies. This challenging yet rewarding experience takes skiers from the frozen shores of Bow Lake in Banff National Park, across the vast Wapta Icefields, and into the remote Yoho Valley […] The post Bow to Yoho Ski Traverse: A Journey Through the Heart of the Canadian Rockies appeared first on Yamnuska Mountain Adventures.| Yamnuska Mountain Adventures
As winter draws near and you gear up for backcountry adventures, developing avalanche safety knowledge is critical for any skier, snowboarder, climber or winter mountaineer. Avalanche Skills Training (AST) courses, developed in conjunction with the curriculum designed by Avalanche Canada, serve as the cornerstone for learning how to confidently navigate avalanche terrain. But with multiple […] The post Understanding Avalanche Skills Training Courses appeared first on Yamnuska Mountain Adven...| Yamnuska Mountain Adventures
In the heart of northern Mexico, nestled within the rugged landscapes of the Sierra Madre Oriental mountains, lies a rock climber’s paradise – El Potrero Chico. This hidden gem has gained international acclaim for its towering limestone cliffs, breathtaking vistas, and world-class rock climbing. El Potrero Chico, which translates to the “The Little Corral,” is […] The post The Rock Road Trip to El Potrero Chico appeared first on Yamnuska Mountain Adventures.| Yamnuska Mountain Adventures
We are thrilled to announce our official collaboration with Petzl! Yamnuska has a long-standing relationship with Petzl, having used and supported their products for many years. The quality and standards of the equipment they develop, and manufacture are outstanding, and we are excited for this partnership. We trust them to provide our guides and guests […] The post Yamnuska Partners with Petzl appeared first on Yamnuska Mountain Adventures.| Yamnuska Mountain Adventures
We are proud to announce that Dave Stark and Tim Ricci have both been recognized by the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides for their contributions to the Association and to the guiding and climbing community. Dave, Yamnuska’s Director of Risk Management, was the recent recipient of the Platinum Distinguished Service Award. The Platinum ACMG […] The post Dave Stark and Tim Ricci recipients of ACMG awards appeared first on Yamnuska Mountain Adventures.| Yamnuska Mountain Adventures
After several weeks of hiking, orienteering, rock climbing, glacier travel and alpine climbing, the team on the Mountain Skills Semester, along with their guide Grant, began their 5-day alpine expedition to the remote Mt Willingdon area. October 18 – Approach to the Pipestone Valley – A light snowfall fell throughout the day, accompanied by a […] The post Mountain Skills Semester Fall 2023 Expedition appeared first on Yamnuska Mountain Adventures.| Yamnuska Mountain Adventures
Are you eager to experience the backcountry in winter or shift from resort skiing and boarding to the backcountry. With unlimited potential for ski descents, backcountry skiing and boarding can be an exciting and rewarding adventure, but it’s essential to approach it with proper preparation and safety precautions. Here are some steps to help get […] The post 10 Essential Tips to Get Into Backcountry Skiing & Boarding appeared first on Yamnuska Mountain Adventures.| Yamnuska Mountain Adventures