Tom Whipple
About
Tom hails from the very un-mountainous state of Rhode Island, but credits Vermont for sparking a twisted love of terrible ski conditions. He began ski guiding in the San Juans of Colorado before moving north to interior BC, and primarily ski patrolling and guiding in the Steven’s Pass area of Washington. He currently teaches AIARE courses and guides at home in NW Montana and in the Tetons. Tom is an accomplished whitewater kayaker and a starry-eyed novice spear-fisherman. Sliding on snow in beautiful places is something he is passionate about and that he loves to share with guests.
CERTIFICATIONS:
- AMGA APPRENTICE SKI GUIDE
- AIARE PRO 1
- AIARE INSTRUCTOR
Trips
Montana Backcountry Essentials
This one day course is ideal for the resort skier or rider who is looking to transition into backcountry skiing or riding. Our guides will help you to make the intimidating transition from from frontcountry to backcountry feel more approachable by sharing basic fundamental skills.
By the end of the day, participants will have been introduced to the necessary skills to participate in future backcountry tours, either guided or as a well informed recreational partner. This information includes packing, layering, pacing, navigation, terrain management, equipment use and emergency planning, as well as any teachable moments along the way or any custom objectives that you might have.
Participants in the course should be capable of hiking 2000 feet uphill in a day and must be intermediate to advanced skiers who are capable of skiing ungroomed and treed terrain. This course is ideal preparation for taking an Recreational Level 1 avalanche course.
Seasonality
Jan-Feb
Nov-Dec
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