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Guided Climbing, Hiking, Backcountry Skiing in the Sawtooth Mountains Near Sun Valley, Stanley and Boise, Idaho

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AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course – Sun Valley

AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course – Sun Valley

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June 12, 2023

Learn the key elements of making sound decisions while traveling in avalanche terrain.

AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course – Boise

AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course – Boise

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April 27, 2021

Learn the key elements of making sound decisions while traveling in avalanche terrain.

Intro to Backcountry – Sun Valley

Intro to Backcountry – Sun Valley

trip
October 30, 2020

Curious what the backcountry buzz is all about? Learn the fundamentals of backcountry skiing and riding with a professional instructor.

(1 review)
Intro to Backcountry – Boise

Intro to Backcountry – Boise

trip
October 31, 2016

Excited to ski the backcountry but don’t know where to begin? This course is for you!

(3 reviews)
AIARE Level 2 Avalanche Course – Stanley/Sun Valley

AIARE Level 2 Avalanche Course – Stanley/Sun Valley

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August 24, 2013

For advanced backcountry skiers and riders venturing deeper into the backcountry.

(7 reviews)
AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course – Stanley

AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course – Stanley

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Learn the key elements of making sound decisions while traveling in avalanche terrain.

(31 reviews)
Guided & Catered Hut Trips

Guided & Catered Hut Trips

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June 23, 2013

Simply put, a fully guided hut trip to the Williams Peak yurts is as good as it gets.

(5 reviews)
Banner Summit Backcountry Skiing

Banner Summit Backcountry Skiing

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Banner Summit features some of the most consistent powder conditions in central Idaho.

Sun Valley Backcountry Skiing

Sun Valley Backcountry Skiing

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Easily-accessible backcountry skiing for all abilities a short drive from Sun Valley.

(6 reviews)
Spring Ski Mountaineering Camp

Spring Ski Mountaineering Camp

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April 5, 2013

Spring in the Sawtooths provides the perfect venue to learn ski and snowboard mountaineering techniques.

(7 reviews)
AIARE Avalanche Rescue Course – Stanley/Sun Valley

AIARE Avalanche Rescue Course – Stanley/Sun Valley

trip
February 22, 2013

Learn the fundamentals of avalanche rescue so you can save your partner’s life if the unimaginable happens.

Williams Peak Hut Rental

Williams Peak Hut Rental

trip
October 30, 2012

In the heart of the Sawtooths, the Williams Peak Hut has terrain to satisfy everyone.

(2 reviews)
Sawtooth Ski Mountaineering

Sawtooth Ski Mountaineering

trip
February 22, 2012

The Sawtooths are known for their high concentration of couloirs tucked between spires and pinnacles.

(3 reviews)
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