Ski Touring – Revelstoke

Hire a certified ski touring guide in Revelstoke to explore the nearby Rogers Pass - Glacier National Park. Easy online booking.

About the Course

Complex avalanche terrain and conditions can make ski touring a stressful outing. The Mountain Addicts are here to help. Hire an ACMG ski touring guide in Revelstoke and get out for a day, weekend, or week, of ski touring. We can also add an element of learning for those wishing to get out on their own on future trips.

Our experienced guides love showing you their backyard. The popular Rogers Pass – Glacier National Park features steep terrain, big glaciers, and deep powder.

The Mountain Addicts team is obsessed with safety. All of our ski touring guides are members of the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG). The ACMG is the only internationally recognized professional association of trained and certified mountain guides and instructors in Canada. Our guides come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences and Mountain Addicts will find your perfect match.

"We had an excellent day of skiing in the Rogers Pass. We came all the way from Calgary, and it hadn't snowed for a couple of weeks, so we were really impressed that our guide was able to find fresh snow!" - Guest

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our Instructors and Guides

The Mountain Addicts team is obsessed with safety. All of our guides are members of the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG). The ACMG is the only internationally recognized professional association of trained and certified mountain guides and instructors in Canada. Our guides come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences and Mountain Addicts will find your perfect match.

Mel Makepeace

Ski Guide & Owner

Mel is the owner of Mountain Addicts, an ACMG Ski Guide and Professional Member of the Canadian Avalanche Association. She began her career as a ski patroller in 2008 and now travels the world ski touring and heli-ski guiding. Mel particularly loves facilitating mountain travel confidence in women.

Will Woods

ACMG Ski Guide

Golden BC resident Will, a seasoned guide for over 25 years, holds a Bachelors in Ecotourism, ACMG certifications, and is an Avalanche Professional. He guides worldwide, passionate about sharing wilderness experiences.

Kai Seifert

ACMG Ski Guide

Alberta native turned British Columbia resident, Kai is a Ski Guide with over 15 winters in Canada and New Zealand. Based in Revelstoke, he balances Heli Skiing and Ski Touring.

More Info

You should be able to ski off-piste in a controlled manner
Some practice changing your ski touring equipment from walk mode to ski mode and back again
Ability to carry a 30L pack with extra clothing, food, and water

All participants are required to sign a waiver
Maximum of 6 guests per guide
Your guide will be in touch a few days before your tour to discuss location options based on the latest avalanche hazard and weather forecasts
Your guide will carry out an avalanche rescue response demonstration before heading out and you will practice using your transceiver, shovel, and probe
You will spend roughly 8 hours out ski touring in the backcountry with an ACMG ski guide
Your guide will carry group equipment, such as first aid kit, emergency communication equipment (VHF radios, satellite communication device), rescue sled

Equipment List

For ski touring in Glacier National Park (Rogers Pass), you will need to have the following:

Glacier National Park Winter Permit and Parking Pass: Please complete the free online quiz and obtain your free permits and passes at least 2 weeks before your ski touring booking
National Parks Pass: Please purchase your pass from the National Park before the day of ski touring if possible

Ski Touring Clothing Recommendations

Throughout the day we can experience a variety of weather, and it can change quickly. Bring clothing of varying thicknesses that can be ‘layered’ to achieve comfort and versatility in any condition. Cotton clothing is not appropriate as it causes rapid heat loss when wet. You may have heard the expression “Cotton Kills”.

Below is a recommended clothing list:

Base Layers (top and bottom): Wool or synthetic materials preferred, such as Rab® Forge Leggings and Top
Water Resistant Jacket: A quality hardshell for staying dry when it’s dumping is an essential piece of ski touring kit. Our guide’s use the Rab® Khroma Kinetic Jacket.
Water Resistant Ski Pants: Waterproof pants help keep you warm in the powder. Pants with ventilation that you can open and close are ideal. Check out the Rab® Khroma Kinetic Pants.
Warm Mid-Layer Shirt, Sweater, or Fleece such as the Rab ® Alpha Flash Jacket.
Insulated Jacket or Vest: A feather down or Primaloft™ insulated jacket is essential for staying warm while taking breaks or when the weather gets really cold. Don’t be afraid to double down! The Mountain Addicts love the Rab ® Neutrino Pro Jacket.
Socks: wool or synthetic, no cotton.
Wool or Fleece Hat that covers the ears.
Buff: great for protecting your face in cold and windy conditions. Mountain Addicts have buffs for sale.
2 Pair of Gloves: we always recommend ski touring with at least 2 pair of gloves. One pair for sweating in, and another pair for keeping your hands dry and warm. Check out these options: Rab ® Pivot GTX Glove and Rab ® Khroma Tour Infinium Gloves.
Ski Helmet: recommended for skiers and riders. We love Pret helmets!

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