The ski touring tryout course takes place on the base of an application tour in the Engelberg valley. Ascent 400 – 800 vertical meters.

Requirements: | Ski technique: Black slopes are no problem and a good off-piste skiing technique is available/ In case of insufficient technique, the mountain guide is entitled to dismiss the participant early. | Physical condition: Endurance for long downhill runs and ascents up to 3h.
Time frame: 08:15 until tired legs!

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Programme:

Gathering at the mountain guide office.
Completion of material.
Determination of location and discussion of course objectives
Material & short theory
Practical training according to course objectives
End of course approx. 17:00 h Engelberg

Meeting time:
08:15 Engelberg Mountain Guide, Dorfstrasse 31, 6390 Engelberg

Equipment:

Ski touring skis with walking bindings (can be rented from us)
Ski touring skins (suitable for skis)
Hard iron
Ski boots (touring ski boots are ideal)
Ski poles
LVS, probe, shovel
Backpack (max. 30 L)
Helmet (optional)
Gloves
Functional ski clothing
Sunglasses
Sun cream
1/2 tax
Cash

Missing equipment can be rented from us.

What is the difference between the starter course and the basic ski touring course?

The starter course is designed for beginners who want to take their first step into the world of ski touring. Together we look at what it takes to go on a ski tour. In the terrain we show tips and tricks for the ascent, look at the avalanche situation and work out an initial tour plan.

The basic ski tour course is designed to enable you to go on a ski tour independently. More intensive attention is paid to tour preparation and the assessment of the avalanche situation. On the second day, what you have learned is put into practice on a practical tour.

What happens in bad weather?

In principle, ski tours can always be carried out. We adapt the course ideally to the conditions.