How to Take Your First Ski Turns in the Backcountry

On April 20, 2024, we lost a friend. Rob Coppolillo lost his life in a ski accident in the Canadian Rockies, doing what he loved best: guiding. Rob epitomized adventure, pioneering as an AMGA and IFMGA Mountain Guide and founder of Vetta Mountain Guides. Among the first 100 Americans certified internationally, his expertise spanned three decades, guiding worldwide, from Boulder, Colorado, to Chamonix, France. Rob’s absence leaves a void felt deeply by the adventure community but his legacy of exploration and kindness will live on, reminding us to live life to the fullest. He will be deeply missed and remembered by the 57hours team. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get started backcountry skiing safety with advice from AMGA/IFMGA Guide Rob Coppolillo. Learn about touring gear, trip planning, avalanche training and more. If you want to know how to backcountry ski, Rob Coppolillo shared how to safely get started, covering everything from touring gear to the avalanche training you need to take to stay safe. Consider this Backcountry Skiing 101 — a crash course in backcountry basics to help you carve your first backcountry lines on untouched powder. With a little effort, humility, and willingness to learn, anyone can become a backcountry skier, and this video will teach you how to prepare and stay safe while having fun. Learn about: Alpine touring basics How to plan your backcountry skiing adventure The gear you need for backcountry touring What are skins and how do you use them? How to ski safely in backcountry conditions What is "off-piste" skiing? The difference between “backcountry” and “slackcountry” How to mitigate risk in backcountry conditions For anyone that wants to transition their resort skills to the backcountry, these are the fundamentals you need to know to get started. Leave the chairlifts behind, strap on your skins and take your first ski turns in the backcountry with advice from a seasoned pro. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Book a guide for your next backcountry skiing adventure: https://bit.ly/2R45HBd