Backcountry Skiing: Skills for Ski Touring and Ski Mountaineering (Mountaineers Outdoor Expert)

Are you an intermediate-to-advanced backcountry skier looking to take your skills to the next level? Look no further than "Backcountry Skiing: Skills for Ski Touring and Ski Mountaineering." This comprehensive guide, written by Martin Volken and his co-authors, provides you with all the tools and knowledge you need to safely and successfully travel in the mountain backcountry.

From trip planning and navigation to fitness and avalanche safety, this guide covers it all. Whether you're planning backcountry trips or perfecting your turns in rolling terrain, you'll find the intermediate-to-advanced techniques you need to enhance your ski touring and ski mountaineering abilities. But it doesn't stop there. If you're ready for a more technical, high alpine environment, this guide also covers traditional mountaineering skills such as roped climbing, using ice axes, and climbing on bare rock.

Not only will you learn essential techniques, but you'll also discover valuable information on recent evolutions in ski equipment. Stay updated on the latest gear trends that can enhance your backcountry experience. Plus, with avalanche safety tips, a primer on mountain weather and glaciers, trip planning tools, emergency situation strategies, nutrition and fitness advice, and winter camping basics, you'll be fully prepared for any adventure.

With an emphasis on being well-informed and making good decisions, "Backcountry Skiing" ensures you have the knowledge to make the most of your backcountry experiences. Strap on your skis and skins and embark on unforgettable journeys with confidence.

Take your backcountry skiing to new heights today!