{"id":1699596402731,"title":"20\/21 Intro to Alpine Touring and Splitboarding","handle":"intro-to-ski-touring-class","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntro to AT \/ Splitboard Gear and Skinning \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ethis course is perfect for those that just purchased gear from us and want to learn the proper way to use it from seasoned professional guides in the mountains\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eintroductory course will focus entirely on your new Alpine Touring (AT) or Splitboard gear and all the many techniques involved with skinning, skiing and transitions from one to another. This course is offered through our partners at Aspen Expeditions. Professional AE guides will help you understand your new equipment and the nuances of each brand \/ model and how to use it properly.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe will meet at 8:30 am at the base of the Gondola and then proceed to the top of Aspen Mountain and out Richmond Ridge.  We will \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNOT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e be skiing in avalanche terrain and will not be in need of carrying avalanche safety equipment.  For this course, you have the option to purchase a “one ride” lift ticket for the Gondola for $41.  Please click \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.aspenexpeditions.com\/products\/aspen-foot-pass?_pos%3D1%26_sid%3Dc0afe0d7e%26_ss%3Dr\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1609274942521000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNGzGzBPheUC2Kr7fhwa2ySEMVyPYw\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aspenexpeditions.com\/products\/aspen-foot-pass?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=c0afe0d7e\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to purchase that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebefore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the day of the course. Your instructors will bring you your lift pass.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe will spend the short 4-5 hour day working on our gear understanding and skinning techniques. Please pack enough water and food to be outside for the 4-5 hours with us. If you need any of the gear (listed below), please let us know beforehand by giving us a call at our Highlands location: (970) 925-7710 or\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@cripplecreekbc.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einfo@cripplecreekbc.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEveryone must fill out an Aspen Expeditions Waiver prior to their outing - click \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/aspenexpeditions.com\/pages\/waiver-policies\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1609274942521000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNGIyfcj0MO10Qp-BLBDyHRZuUQboA\" href=\"https:\/\/aspenexpeditions.com\/pages\/waiver-policies\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHERE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease review their \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.aspenexpeditions.com\/pages\/aspen-expeditions-covid-19-prevention-policies\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1609274942521000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNGVatGFqJnW-m3RD3V1dTtngW3Y0w\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aspenexpeditions.com\/pages\/aspen-expeditions-covid-19-prevention-policies\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCovid Guide Protocols\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntro to AT \/ Splitboard Required Gear List\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou \u003cb\u003eMUST\u003c\/b\u003e have your own skis with alpine touring (AT) bindings or your own Splitboard. If you do not have this equipment, please contact us to make an \u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/cripplecreekbc.com\/pages\/schedule-your-backcountry-appointment\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1609274942521000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNHalLVLm0XKFgOlM3b6tbK6ZzK6sA\" href=\"https:\/\/cripplecreekbc.com\/pages\/schedule-your-backcountry-appointment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eappointment\u003c\/a\u003e prior to the course to get the required uphill equipment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUphill climbing skins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSki Poles or collapsable splitboard skins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAT boots or snowboard boots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackpack (large enough to fit all your layers, food, water and skins INSIDE the pack)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLayers, layers, layers! (Be prepared for life in the mountains - one moment you are hot as you are working hard ascending a steep slope, the next you are cold \u0026amp; shivering as you transition to downhill mode!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGloves (two pairs are best - lighter pair for going up, \u0026amp; a warmer pair)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood \u0026amp; Water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEye Protection (sunglasses and\/or goggles)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunscreen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cripplecreekbc.com\/blogs\/backcountry-blog\/looking-to-spend-time-in-the-backcountry-do-so-with-an-accredited-mountain-guide\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy should you ski with an accredited guide?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-12-05T14:13:07-07:00","created_at":"2019-02-12T16:00:51-07:00","vendor":"Aspen Expedition","type":"Guided","tags":["Brand_Cripple Creek Backcountry1","education"],"price":15000,"price_min":15000,"price_max":19900,"available":true,"price_varies":true,"compare_at_price":25000,"compare_at_price_min":25000,"compare_at_price_max":25000,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":33483761975429,"title":"December 15th \/ With Package Purchase","option1":"December 15th","option2":"With Package Purchase","option3":null,"sku":"210000032457","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"20\/21 Intro to Alpine Touring and Splitboarding - 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Cripple Creek Backcountry","id":9605088870557,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1024,"width":1024,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0256\/7103\/products\/2021-intro-to-ski-touring-classes-592100.jpg?v=1592494114"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1024,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0256\/7103\/products\/2021-intro-to-ski-touring-classes-592100.jpg?v=1592494114","width":1024}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntro to AT \/ Splitboard Gear and Skinning \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ethis course is perfect for those that just purchased gear from us and want to learn the proper way to use it from seasoned professional guides in the mountains\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eintroductory course will focus entirely on your new Alpine Touring (AT) or Splitboard gear and all the many techniques involved with skinning, skiing and transitions from one to another. This course is offered through our partners at Aspen Expeditions. Professional AE guides will help you understand your new equipment and the nuances of each brand \/ model and how to use it properly.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe will meet at 8:30 am at the base of the Gondola and then proceed to the top of Aspen Mountain and out Richmond Ridge.  We will \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNOT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e be skiing in avalanche terrain and will not be in need of carrying avalanche safety equipment.  For this course, you have the option to purchase a “one ride” lift ticket for the Gondola for $41.  Please click \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.aspenexpeditions.com\/products\/aspen-foot-pass?_pos%3D1%26_sid%3Dc0afe0d7e%26_ss%3Dr\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1609274942521000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNGzGzBPheUC2Kr7fhwa2ySEMVyPYw\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aspenexpeditions.com\/products\/aspen-foot-pass?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=c0afe0d7e\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to purchase that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebefore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the day of the course. Your instructors will bring you your lift pass.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe will spend the short 4-5 hour day working on our gear understanding and skinning techniques. Please pack enough water and food to be outside for the 4-5 hours with us. If you need any of the gear (listed below), please let us know beforehand by giving us a call at our Highlands location: (970) 925-7710 or\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@cripplecreekbc.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einfo@cripplecreekbc.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEveryone must fill out an Aspen Expeditions Waiver prior to their outing - click \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/aspenexpeditions.com\/pages\/waiver-policies\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1609274942521000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNGIyfcj0MO10Qp-BLBDyHRZuUQboA\" href=\"https:\/\/aspenexpeditions.com\/pages\/waiver-policies\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHERE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease review their \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.aspenexpeditions.com\/pages\/aspen-expeditions-covid-19-prevention-policies\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1609274942521000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNGVatGFqJnW-m3RD3V1dTtngW3Y0w\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aspenexpeditions.com\/pages\/aspen-expeditions-covid-19-prevention-policies\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCovid Guide Protocols\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntro to AT \/ Splitboard Required Gear List\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou \u003cb\u003eMUST\u003c\/b\u003e have your own skis with alpine touring (AT) bindings or your own Splitboard. If you do not have this equipment, please contact us to make an \u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/cripplecreekbc.com\/pages\/schedule-your-backcountry-appointment\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1609274942521000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNHalLVLm0XKFgOlM3b6tbK6ZzK6sA\" href=\"https:\/\/cripplecreekbc.com\/pages\/schedule-your-backcountry-appointment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eappointment\u003c\/a\u003e prior to the course to get the required uphill equipment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUphill climbing skins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSki Poles or collapsable splitboard skins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAT boots or snowboard boots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackpack (large enough to fit all your layers, food, water and skins INSIDE the pack)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLayers, layers, layers! (Be prepared for life in the mountains - one moment you are hot as you are working hard ascending a steep slope, the next you are cold \u0026amp; shivering as you transition to downhill mode!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGloves (two pairs are best - lighter pair for going up, \u0026amp; a warmer pair)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood \u0026amp; Water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEye Protection (sunglasses and\/or goggles)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunscreen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cripplecreekbc.com\/blogs\/backcountry-blog\/looking-to-spend-time-in-the-backcountry-do-so-with-an-accredited-mountain-guide\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy should you ski with an accredited guide?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}