WMV ski week specifics
What you will learn
Myth Busters: Backcountry Skiing Edition:)
What you will learn
- How to travel uphill efficiently on skis
- Clothing, gear, and food prep for backcountry days
- Planning and decision-making when there’s no ski patrol or marked runs
- Avalanche awareness and mountain safety basics
Program Highlights
Myth Busters: Backcountry Skiing Edition:)
What you will learn
- Basecamp: Stanley, Idaho—at the foot of the Sawtooths. (favorite mountain community, pop 120)
- Dates: March 2–6 (option to extend to the 7th)
- Itinerary:
- Day 1: Ski at Sun Valley Resort to get legs under us + gear orientation
- Days 2–3: Guided backcountry days between Ketchum & Stanley
- Optional Day 4: Additional backcountry day
- Evenings
- Day 1: Ski at Sun Valley Resort to get legs under us + gear orientation
- Basecamp: Stanley, Idaho—at the foot of the Sawtooths. (favorite mountain community, pop 120)
- Dates: March 2–6 (option to extend to the 7th)
- Itinerary:
- Day 1: Ski at Sun Valley Resort to get legs under us + gear orientation
- Days 2–3: Guided backcountry days between Ketchum & Stanley
- Optional Day 4: Additional backcountry day
- Evenings: Discussions on route planning, decision-making, and open Q&A
- Day 1: Ski at Sun Valley Resort to get legs under us + gear orientation
What’s Included
Myth Busters: Backcountry Skiing Edition:)
Myth Busters: Backcountry Skiing Edition:)
✔️ Local transportation (Boise ↔ Stanley)
✔️ 4 nights lodging
✔️ Evening seminars / mentorship throughout week
✔️ Professional guide fees (gratuity not included)
✔️ All planning / logistics for the week
💰 price: $1,850
What you are responsible for
- plane tickets
- Sun Valley lift ticket
- meals and incidentals
- gratuity to local ski guide
- Alpin
✔️ Local transportation (Boise ↔ Stanley)
✔️ 4 nights lodging
✔️ Evening seminars / mentorship throughout week
✔️ Professional guide fees (gratuity not included)
✔️ All planning / logistics for the week
💰 price: $1,850
What you are responsible for
- plane tickets
- Sun Valley lift ticket
- meals and incidentals
- gratuity to local ski guide
- Alpine touring skis/boots/poles + safety gear rentals provided for extra fee
Myth Busters: Backcountry Skiing Edition:)
Myth Busters: Backcountry Skiing Edition:)
Myth Busters: Backcountry Skiing Edition:)
❌ “It’s all cliffs and extreme skiing.”
✅ Nope. Most days feel like a steady hike uphill with scenic views and moderate descents.
❌ “You need to be an expert skier.”
✅ If you’re confident on blue runs or back bowls at a resort, you’re ready.
❌ “You have to be an ultra-athlete.”
✅ You’ll need a good aerobic base, this trip will give you goal
❌ “It’s all cliffs and extreme skiing.”
✅ Nope. Most days feel like a steady hike uphill with scenic views and moderate descents.
❌ “You need to be an expert skier.”
✅ If you’re confident on blue runs or back bowls at a resort, you’re ready.
❌ “You have to be an ultra-athlete.”
✅ You’ll need a good aerobic base, this trip will give you goal to work towards!
❌ “It’s always bottomless powder.”
✅ Conditions vary. Powder is the dream, but the real gift is safe travel, mountain beauty, and shared adventure.
Interested?
Drop me a note...lets discuss.
Spots are limited. Email me at brian@bbell.org and let’s talk about your experience, goals, and whether this program is the right fit.
