Winter in the mountains offers incredible adventure—snow-covered peaks, pristine backcountry terrain, and the thrill of exploration. But with these opportunities comes serious responsibility. Avalanche risk is real, and understanding how to assess, manage, and mitigate that risk is essential for anyone venturing into winter backcountry terrain. At Yamnuska Mountain Adventures, our Avalanche Skills Training (AST) […]
Mountain Skills Semester in the Canadian Rockies
Why the Mountain Skills Semester is the Ultimate Jumpstart for Aspiring Alpinists Have you dreamed of building a solid foundation in mountaineering, rock climbing, ice climbing, and backcountry travel—all while living in the heart of the Canadian Rockies? Yamnuska’s Mountain Skills Semester offers just that: an immersive, multi-month program designed to take your mountain ambitions […]
COVID-19 Alberta Public Health Emergency and Mountain Programming – November 25, 2020
The ice is forming, the snow is falling and the mountain sports we all love are in full swing. Through our courses and private guiding, guests are learning the skills they want and need to get out and enjoy the backcountry this season. We have been managing programming since mid-May with tight COVID-19 policies and […]