Touring Monkeys - Outdoor Adventures

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A refreshing weekend connecting with nature and ourselves. We'll spend the night at the amazing 'Ze Seewjinu' (2300m) and welcome the next day with an enlivening Yoga Hatha.

This event is led by Touring Monkey's partners, Aurélie Bourquin and Noemi Dupertuis, mountain leaders, and Steffi Götzenberger, yoga teacher.

What's the plan?
Saturday:

• 09:00 - 15:00 Guided hike from Täschalp to Grünsee and into the Berghaus "Ze Seewjinu"
• 17:00 Yin Yoga 75'
• 19:00 Dinner
• 21:30 Yoga Nidra 20'

Sunday:

• 06:30 Yoga Hatha 60'
• 08:00 Breakfast
• 09:30 - 16:00 Guided hike in the "lost valley" and return to Zermatt

Technical information

About 5 hours of walking every day.

Requirements
To join this event, you must be a fit hiker and familiar with small trails both downhill and uphill. No yoga knowledge required, perfect for beginners in yoga.

Insurance
It is the participant's responsibility to get health and accident insurances that cover mountain rescue, including extreme sports. Becoming a Rega patron is highly recommended (CHF 40 per year only for emergency medical assistance from the air).

How to get there
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you to take the following:

• Saturday: Zurich HB 06:02 - 08:59 Täsch (via Visp)
• Sunday: Zermatt 16:13 - 19:28 Zurich HB (via Visp and Bern) - depending on what time the event finishes

Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 410.
(A 10% non-refundable deposit is due upon booking. We will then contact you and send you the details for the payment of the balance).

Included in price

• 1 night at "Ze Seewjinu" (in a dorm)
• Dinner on Saturday
• Breakfast on Sunday
• 3 yoga lessons with a yoga instructor
• 2 guided hikes with mountain leaders

Not included in price

• Transport
• Lunches
• Drinks

Group size

Min. 4 / Max. 12 participants
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Step outside and sign up for our Outdoor Rock Climbing 3-course series. You will learn new skills, discover beautiful climbing spots, and find the joy in outdoor climbing. 3 weekends in 3 different Swiss regions. Possibility to join one, two or all of them if you want to become a confident climber!

These climbing course series are led by Tim Dunham, climbing instructor.

Course 1 - Introduction to Outdoor Climbing 1/3 - Top Rope Climbing
Chämiloch
Sign up here → 23 September 2023

Course 2 - Introduction to Outdoor Climbing 2/3 - Lead Climbing
Ibergeregg
Sign up here → 7 October 2023
Learn how to sport climb on real rock and the skills needed to keep you safe. Instruction includes: lead climbing & belaying, rope management, clipping an express, setting & clearing anchors, equipment, and communication. This course will build the confidence and create a great foundation as a lead climber.

Course 3 - Introduction to Outdoor Climbing 3/3 - Full Rock Climbing Weekend
Ticino
Sign up here → 28 - 29 October 2023

What’s the plan?
Meet Tim in front of the Schwyz train station at 09:00 on Saturday. Shuttle to Ibergeregg, Passhöhe. After hiking to the crag, you will refresh your current climbing skills and learn the fundamentals of lead climbing, belaying and setting / clearing anchors in a safe environment

Requirements
Participation in Course 1/3 - Top Rope Climbing or previous experience with indoor or outdoor top rope climbing

Insurance
It is the participant's responsibility to get health and accident insurances that cover mountain rescue, including extreme sports. Becoming a Rega patron is highly recommended (CHF 40 per year only for emergency medical assistance from the air)

How to get there
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you take the following:

• Zurich HB 08:05 - 09:01 Schwyz
• Schwyz 16:59 - 17:55 Zurich HB - depending on the time the event finishes

If you are traveling by car, you can park the car at Ibergeregg pass.

Please note that, according to the weather conditions, the event location might change. This will be communicated a couple of days before the event. The event location will be within accessible from Zurich by public transport.

Kit list
Day clothing essentials

• Hiking or approach shoes
• T-shirt
• Climbing trousers (or leggings)
• Fleece
• Down jacket
• Waterproof jacket
• Sun hat
• Sunglasses
• Warm hat
• Gloves

Technical gear
Most of it can be rented out - see Equipment rental section below

• Backpack
• Climbing shoes
• Climbing harness
• Climbing helmet
• 3x locking carabiners
• Belay device
• Chalk bag

Optional gear
If you have the following items, we encourage you to bring them so that you can train with your own equipment

• Climbing tape
• Climbing rope
• 12x quick draws
• 2x slings
• Belay glasses

F&B

• Water (min. 2L)
• Snacks
• Packed lunch

Pharmacy

• Sunscreen and lip protector
• Plasters and basic medicine

Equipment rental
You have the possibility to rent the following equipment directly from the guide:

• Climbing harness: CHF 10
• Climbing helmet: CHF 10
• Belay device: CHF 10
• 3x Carabiners: CHF 10
• All the above listed items: CHF 30

Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 150.
SAVE CHF 50 BY SIGNING UP FOR THE ENTIRE SERIES: CHF 700 instead of CHF 750.

Included in price

• 1 day of outdoor rock climbing with a certified climbing instructor, in a small group
• Climbing guidebooks of the area
• Climbing ropes and quick draws
• Shuttles between the train station and the crag

Not included in price

• Transport to/from Schwyz
• Climbing equipment
• Packed lunch
• Drinks & snacks

Group size
Min. 3 / Max. 6 participants

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Course 1 - Introduction to Outdoor Climbing 1/3 - Top Rope Climbing
Chämiloch
Sign up here → 23 September 2023

Course 2 - Introduction to Outdoor Climbing 2/3 - Lead Climbing
Ibergeregg
Sign up here → 7 October 2023

Course 3 - Introduction to Outdoor Climbing 3/3 - Full Rock Climbing Weekend
Ticino
Sign up here → 28 - 29 October 2023
Apply your newly acquired skills from courses 1 & 2 at a full rock climbing weekend. All your skills come together: lead climbing, belaying and anchor building in a mountain setting. Test yourself against the rock and achieve your climbing goals. We will stay overnight at a great location with easy access to climbing routes. It's a great way to end this climbing course series!

What’s the plan?
Tim will meet the group at a given location in Ticino on Saturday morning. From there we will go to the crag and refresh what we learned in course 2, enjoy some climbing and acquire more advanced skills.
We stay overnight in Ticino, where we will enjoy the evening with good conversation, a nice Italian dinner and wine.

After breakfast on Sunday, we will continue to explore the various climbing areas and practice the skills we learned on Saturday. After a second full day of climbing, we will head back to the train station to get back home.

Requirements
Participation in Course 2/3 - Lead Climbing or previous experience with indoor or outdoor lead climbing.

Insurance
It is the participant's responsibility to get health and accident insurances that cover mountain rescue, including extreme sports. Becoming a Rega patron is highly recommended (CHF 40 per year only for emergency medical assistance from the air).

How to get there
As soon as the final location is determined, we will communicate the recommended trains or car parking options.

Please note that, according to the weather conditions, the event location might change. This will be communicated a couple of days before the event. The event location will be within accessible from Zurich by public transport.

Kit list
Day clothing essentials

• Hiking or approach shoes
• T-shirt
• Climbing trousers (or leggings)
• Fleece
• Down jacket
• Waterproof jacket
• Sun hat
• Sunglasses
• Warm hat
• Gloves

Night essentials

• Sleeping bag liner
• Lightweight towel
• Earplugs
• Headlamp and spare batteries

Technical gear
Most of it can be rented out - see Equipment rental section below

• Backpack
• Climbing shoes
• Climbing harness
• Climbing helmet
• 3x locking carabiners
• Belay device
• Chalk bag

Optional gear
If you have the following items, we encourage you to bring them so that you can train with your own equipment

• Climbing tape
• Climbing rope
• 12x quick draws
• 2x slings
• Belay glasses

F&B

• Water (min. 2L)
• Snacks
• Packed lunches

Pharmacy

• Sunscreen and lip protector
• Plasters and basic medicine

Equipment rental
You have the possibility to rent the following equipment directly from the guide:

• Climbing harness: CHF 15
• Climbing helmet: CHF 15
• Belay device: CHF 15
• 3x Carabiners: CHF 15
• All the above listed items: CHF 50

Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 450.
SAVE CHF 50 BY SIGNING UP FOR THE ENTIRE SERIES: CHF 700 instead of CHF 750.

Included in price

• 2 days of outdoor rock climbing with a certified climbing instructor, in a small group
• Climbing guidebooks of the area
• Climbing ropes and quick draws
• 1x night of accommodation in a shared room
• Dinner on Saturday
• Breakfast on Sunday

Not included in price

• Transport
• Climbing equipment
• Packed lunches
• Drinks & snacks

Group size
Min. 3 / Max. 6 participants

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Embark on the ultimate adventure with our Kilimanjaro Trek and Safari experience! Climb Mount Kilimanjaro, stand on Africa's roof, and witness the breathtaking landscapes. Then, venture on an extraordinary safari, encountering majestic wildlife up close.

Join us for an unforgettable journey that will test your limits and leave you in awe of Africa's wonders.

This trip is led by Otto van Andel, international mountain leader.

What's the plan?
For the full, detailed itinerary, please check our website here.

This event is in two parts:

• Kilimanjaro Trek (29 November to 6 December)
• Lodge Safari (7 December to 9 December)

Kilimanjaro Trek:
Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro
Day 2: Park Gate Machame 1790m – Machame Camp 3100m
Day 3: Machame Camp 3010m – Shira Camp 3845m
Day 4: Shira Camp 3845m – Barranco Camp 3960m
Day 5: Barranco Camp 3960m – Karanga Camp 4035m
Day 6: Karanga Camp 4035m – Barafu Camp 4640m
Day 7: Summit day! Barafu Camp 4640m – Uhuru Peak 5895m – Millennium Camp 3790m

Lodge Safari:
Day 8: Millennium Camp 3790m – Park Gate Mweka 1680m
Day 9: Lodge Safari – Big Five Compact (L3-7) – Lake Manyara
Day 10: Lodge Safari – Big Five Compact – Ngorongoro
Day 11: Lodge Safari – Big Five Compact – Tarangire – Moshi
Return flight from Kilimanjaro at 18:15

Requirements
Requirements on Kilimanjaro Climbing Kilimanjaro does not require high mountaineering skills, but it requires a high level of endurance and altitude tolerance. The walking times of each daily stage are approximately 5-7 hours (usually 12-14 hours on the summit day) in extremely varied terrain. Marshes, thickets, rocks, and scree must be overcome. The increasingly thin air, cold, and steeply ascending path of the last stage to the summit demand good physical fitness and conditioning. It is recommended to have your heart and circulation checked before your trip since exertion and high altitude significantly strain the body.

Additional Notes: Traveling to a developing country can involve unforeseen circumstances. Tolerance, patience, and camaraderie are important requirements for a good tour and unforgettable experiences. An adventurous spirit will help you overcome tour delays or even changes due to bad weather, governmental orders, technical malfunctions, or other reasons. On the Kilimanjaro climb, there are very simple squat toilets at the camps. We offer a mobile, private toilet for an additional fee of 250 USD.

Insurance
It is the participant's responsibility to get health and accident insurances that cover for this trip.

How to get there
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you take the following:

• 28 November 2023 (Zurich Airport 15:55) - 29 November 2023 (07:40 Kilimanjaro Airport)
• 9 December 2023 (Kilimanjaro Airport 18:15) - 10 December 2023 (06:25 Zurich Airport)

Equipment rental

We rent sleeping bags for 55 USD, sleeping mats for 35 USD, trekking poles for 25 USD, and headlamps for 15 USD per person. Please inform us in advance of the climb about what is needed.

Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 4’200
CHF 200 non refundable deposit to pay upon registration
CHF 1’000 deposit to pay within 2 weeks after registration

Included in price

• All inclusions mentioned under the itinerary:
• Kilimanjaro Tour / Mountain Camping Services
• Lodge Safari / Big Five Compact Services

Not included in price

• Flights to and from Kilimanjaro
• Meals, drinks and snacks other those specified in the itinerary above

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Join us for a wonderful snowshoeing weekend in the wild and untouched Safien valley, part of the Natural Park Beverin in Graubünden. The Safien valley begins at the famous and gorgeous Ruinaulta canyon (Rheinschlucht), and takes you into a fairytale landscape. No wonder why Walser people stayed there!

This trip is led by Celine Kahn, mountain leader.

What's the plan?

Saturday - Camana Hütta
We meet at Safien, Abzw. Camana at 11:10 to start our 2-day snowshoe tour in the beautiful Safien valley. On this first day we start with a climb through the forest followed by an open area, all the way to Camana Hütta. We hike down on the other side and catch a bus to Turrahus, at the end of the valley. Dinner and night at the charming guest house Turrahus.
Technical info: 6km - 650m ascent - 650m descent

Sunday - Strätscherhorn 2555m
After an energising breakfast, we get ready for this second exciting day with a longer hike in the Safien valley. The loop to Strätscherhorn is really wild and stunning, and the views of the valley and the surrounding peaks from the summit are breathtaking! Return to the guest house in the afternoon for everyone to catch their bus back home.
Technical info: 12km - 900m ascent - 900m descent

Requirements
To join this event, you need to be a fit hiker. No previous snowshoeing experience is needed.

Insurance
It is the participant's responsibility to get health and accident insurances that cover mountain rescue, including extreme sports. Becoming a Rega patron is highly recommended (CHF 40 per year only for emergency medical assistance from the air).

How to get there
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you take the following:

• Saturday: Zurich HB 08:38 - 11:10 Safien, Abzw. Camana (via Chur & Versam-Safien)
• Sunday: Thalkirch, Turrahus 15:29 - 18:22 Zurich HB (via Versam-Safien & Chur) - depending on the time the event finishes

If you are traveling by car, you can park at Safien, Abzw. Camana on Saturday morning and bring it to Turrahus after the hike on Saturday.

Kit list
Day clothing essentials

• Winter hiking boots
• Base layers
• Hiking or skiing trousers
• Fleece
• Down jacket
• Waterproof jacket
• Sun hat
• Sunglasses
• Warm hat
• Buff
• Thin gloves
• Thick gloves

Night essentials

• Lightweight towel
• Sleeping bag liner
• Headlamp with spare batteries
• Ear plugs

Technical gear

• Hiking backpack (30-40L)
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Waterproof inner bags or bin bags
• Snowshoes and poles: can be rented out - see "Equipment rental"
• Avalanche set: transceiver, probe and shovel: can be rented out - see "Equipment rental"

F&B

• Water
• Thermal bottle for tea
• Snacks
• Packed lunches for 2 days

Pharmacy

• Sunscreen and lip protector
• Plasters and basic medicine

Equipment rental
You have the possibility to rent the following equipment, directly from the guide:

• Snowshoes and poles: CHF 30
• Avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe: CHF 50

You will receive an email with a form to fill in a few days before the event, where you can inform us about which items you’d like to rent. These can be paid by cash or Twint on the event day.

Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 300 in a shared room (3 to 5 beds) or CHF 325 in a twin room.

Included in price

• 2 days of guided snowshoeing with a mountain leader, in a small group
• Basic avalanche training to make sure everyone knows how to use the equipment
• 1 night of accommodation at Turrahus
• Dinner on Saturday
• Breakfast on Sunday

Not included in price

• Transport to/from Safiental and bus transfer from Thalkirch, Mura to Thalkirch, Turrahus on Saturday afternoon
• Packed lunches
• Drinks & snacks
• Equipment rental

Group size
Min. 4 / Max. 9 participants

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You want to start splitboarding or ski touring and need some introduction on an easy but really nice tour? This tour is specially designed for splitboarders / snowboarders and therefore has no flat parts. Skiers are of course more than welcome to join.

This tour is led by Niki Huwyler, certified winter sport instructor.

What's the plan?
You meet Niki at Flumserberg, Tannenboden at 09:30 and take the cable car up to Maschgenkamm.
Easy tour with 500-600m ascent. We also find time to look at the avalanche danger assessment in the terrain, for this we apply the reduction method, the single slope assessment and interpret the avalanche bulletin.
Return to Flumserberg, Tannenboden around 15:00.

Requirements
To join this event, you need to be comfortable snowboarding / skiing on any piste and have some off-piste experience.

Insurance
It is the participant's responsibility to get health and accident insurances that cover mountain rescue, including extreme sports. Becoming a Rega patron is highly recommended (CHF 40 per year only for emergency medical assistance from the air).

How to get there
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you take the following:

• Zurich HB 07:12 - 08:44 Flumserberg, Tannenboden (via Walenstadt and Unterterzen) - if you are renting out equipment, which gives you enough time to pick it up and walk up to Tannenboden
• Zurich HB 07:38 - 09:25 Flumserberg, Tannenboden (via Sargans) - if you have your own equipment

Please note that the location might change depending on the conditions.

Kit list

• Splitboard + skins or snowboard + snowshoes or touring skis + skins
• Poles
• Helmet
• Avalanche set: transceiver, probe and shovel
• Packed lunch
• Water and snacks

Equipment rental
You have the possibility to rent the following equipment at Intersport Flumserberg Tannenboden:

• Ski touring set (touring skis + skins + poles) from CHF 62
• Avalanche set (transceiver + probe + shovel) from CHF 22

We recommend you to reserve the equipment online in advance.
You can also rent the equipment, including splitboards, at Radical Sports with a special discount (please contact us separately to get the discount code): splitboard + skins + poles from CHF 110 instead of CHF 125.

Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 170.

Included in price:

• 1-day guided ski or splitboard tour with a certified instructor

Not included in price:

• Transport to/from Flumserberg
• Cable car (CHF 12 from Flumserberg to Maschgenkamm with 1/2 fare travel card or GA)
• Lunch and snacks

Group size
Min. 3 / Max. 8 participants

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Join us for this avalanche course in Flumserberg. In order to enjoy the mountains safely all year round, reading the terrain you’re playing on and understanding the avalanche danger is a must. With all winter sports that take you outside of the secured slopes and paths (snowshoeing, off-piste skiing, ski touring, etc.), one has to not only understand and prevent the danger, but also be equipped and ready to respond in case of an accident. Under the instruction of a mountain leader, you will learn the basics of avalanches and how to properly use a transceiver, probe and shovel.

This trip is led by Celine Kahn, mountain leader.

What's the plan?
Meet at Flumserberg, Tannenheim at 09:15. We take the cable car to Prodalp and start with some theory at Prodalp Bergrestaurant. After approx. 2 hours of theory and a picnic or lunch at the restaurant (up to you), we head out and use the terrain to do various exercises in the snow.
At the end of the day, you will be able to:

• Read, understand and make use of the avalanche bulletin
• Understand the 3-by-3 method to plan your snowshoe or ski tours safely
• Measure the slope inclination on the terrain
• Identify the different avalanche types
• Run group checks to make sure all transceivers in the group are up and running
• Rescue avalanche victims using your transceiver, probe and shovel

Avalanche knowledge is not something you learn in one day, it requires a lot of practice. During this basic course, you will be given the tools needed to keep learning and practicing the skills acquired.

How to get there
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you to take the following:

• Zurich HB 07:38 - 09:15 Flumserberg, Tannenheim (via Sargans)
• Flumserberg, Tannenheim 15:38 - 17:20 Zurich HB (via Sargans) - depending on the time the event finishes

If you are traveling by car, you can park at Flumserberg, Tannenheim.

Kit list
Clothing essentials

• Winter hiking boots
• Base layers
• Hiking or skiing trousers
• Fleece
• Down jacket
• Waterproof jacket
• Sunglasses
• Warm hat
• Buff
• Thin gloves
• Thick gloves

Technical gear

• Poles
• Hiking backpack (20-30L)
• Waterproof inner bags or bin bags
• Snowshoes, touring skis or split board: snowshoes can be rented out - see “Equipment rental”
• Avalanche transceiver, probe & shovel: can be rented out - see “Equipment rental”

F&B

• Water
• Lunch

Pharmacy

• Sunscreen & lip protector
• Plasters & basic medicine

Equipment rental
You have the possibility to rent the following:

• Snowshoes & poles: CHF 15
• Transceiver, probe & shovel: CHF 25

You will receive an email with a form to fill in a few days before the event, where you can inform us about which items you’d like to rent. These can be paid by cash or Twint on the event day.

Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 100.

Included in price

• Avalanche safety course with a mountain leader, in a small group
• Hot drink in the morning

Not included in price

• Transport to/from Flumserberg, Tannenheim
• Cable car to Prodalp (return trip CHF 8.50 with 1/2 fare travel card or GA, CHF 17 without)
• Equipment rental
• Lunch

Group size
Min. 4 / Max. 8 participants

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By signing up for this event, you agree that you have read, understood and will adhere to our Terms and Conditions.

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Your registration will only be valid if you sign up on our website. Here is the link to sign up.

Your registration will only be valid if you sign up on our website. Here is the link to sign up.
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Join us for this avalanche course in Flumserberg. In order to enjoy the mountains safely all year round, reading the terrain you’re playing on and understanding the avalanche danger is a must. With all winter sports that take you outside of the secured slopes and paths (snowshoeing, off-piste skiing, ski touring, etc.), one has to not only understand and prevent the danger, but also be equipped and ready to respond in case of an accident. Under the instruction of a mountain leader, you will learn the basics of avalanches and how to properly use a transceiver, probe and shovel.

This trip is led by Celine Kahn, mountain leader.

What's the plan?
Meet at Flumserberg, Tannenheim at 09:15. We take the cable car to Prodalp and start with some theory at Prodalp Bergrestaurant. After approx. 2 hours of theory and a picnic or lunch at the restaurant (up to you), we head out and use the terrain to do various exercises in the snow.
At the end of the day, you will be able to:

• Read, understand and make use of the avalanche bulletin
• Understand the 3-by-3 method to plan your snowshoe or ski tours safely
• Measure the slope inclination on the terrain
• Identify the different avalanche types
• Run group checks to make sure all transceivers in the group are up and running
• Rescue avalanche victims using your transceiver, probe and shovel

Avalanche knowledge is not something you learn in one day, it requires a lot of practice. During this basic course, you will be given the tools needed to keep learning and practicing the skills acquired.

How to get there
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you to take the following:

• Zurich HB 07:38 - 09:15 Flumserberg, Tannenheim (via Sargans)
• Flumserberg, Tannenheim 15:38 - 17:20 Zurich HB (via Sargans) - depending on the time the event finishes

If you are traveling by car, you can park at Flumserberg, Tannenheim.

Kit list
Clothing essentials

• Winter hiking boots
• Base layers
• Hiking or skiing trousers
• Fleece
• Down jacket
• Waterproof jacket
• Sunglasses
• Warm hat
• Buff
• Thin gloves
• Thick gloves

Technical gear

• Poles
• Hiking backpack (20-30L)
• Waterproof inner bags or bin bags
• Snowshoes, touring skis or split board: snowshoes can be rented out - see “Equipment rental”
• Avalanche transceiver, probe & shovel: can be rented out - see “Equipment rental”

F&B

• Water
• Lunch

Pharmacy

• Sunscreen & lip protector
• Plasters & basic medicine

Equipment rental
You have the possibility to rent the following:

• Snowshoes & poles: CHF 15
• Transceiver, probe & shovel: CHF 25

You will receive an email with a form to fill in a few days before the event, where you can inform us about which items you’d like to rent. These can be paid by cash or Twint on the event day.

Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 100.

Included in price

• Avalanche safety course with a mountain leader, in a small group
• Hot drink in the morning

Not included in price

• Transport to/from Flumserberg, Tannenheim
• Cable car to Prodalp (return trip CHF 8.50 with 1/2 fare travel card or GA, CHF 17 without)
• Equipment rental
• Lunch

Group size
Min. 4 / Max. 8 participants

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With today's technology, it has become so easy to spend time in the mountains without any navigation skills. All the apps and modern tools that now exist are amazing and it would be a shame not to use them, however, it's also really important to be able to be in the mountains without them.

During this snowshoe hike by the famous and stunning Mythen, the focus will be on learning or getting a refresher about how to use basic navigation tools: map, compass, features around us...

This trip is led by Celine Kahn, mountain leader.

What's the plan?
We will meet at 09.00 at Brunni SZ, Rest. Brunni bus stop. The focus of the day will be to improve your navigation skills. For that, the day will be split into stages, alternating walking times and various activities.

Stage 1: Introduction of the navigation tools
Learn to read the map with its main features and legend, plan our itinerary, understand the compass.

Stage 2: Where am I?
Locate yourself on the map using features around you.

Stage 3: What is around me?
Knowing where you are on the map, identify the summits and other features around you using your map and compass. Learn to read your surrounding landscape.

Stage 4: Find your way without visibility
Using our compass and azimuth bearings, we will play some games to practice having to move on a terrain without any visibility (snow, fog...).

Technical information

• WT2 hike
• 12km
• 630m ascent / 630m descent

Requirements
No previous snowshoeing experience needed.

Insurance
It is the participant's responsibility to get health and accident insurances that cover mountain rescue, including extreme sports. Becoming a Rega patron is highly recommended (CHF 40 per year only for emergency medical assistance from the air).

How to get there
If you are traveling by public transport, we recommend you take the following:

• Zürich HB 07:43 - 08:52 Brunni SZ, Rest. Brunni (via Wädenswil & Einsiedeln)
• Brunni SZ, Rest. Brunni 17:31 - 18:48 Zürich HB (via Einsiedeln & Wädenswil) - depending on the time the event finishes

If you are traveling by car, you can park in front of the restaurant.

Kit list
Must have

• Winter hiking boots
• Snowshoes and poles: can be rented out - see "Equipment rental"
• Pen, pencil and/or highlighter
• Small backpack with waterproof cover
• Fleece
• Down jacket
• Waterproof jacket
• Hiking or skiing trousers
• Warm hat
• Thin gloves
• Thick gloves
• Sunglasses
• Head lamp
• Water
• Packed lunch

Nice to have

• Compass if you have your own
• Thermal bottle with tea
• Snacks

Equipment rental
You have the possibility to rent snowshoes and poles for an additional CHF 15.

You will receive an email with a form to fill in a few days before the event, where you can inform us about which items you’d like to rent. These can be paid by cash or Twint on the event day.

Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 100.

Included in price

• Day snowshoe hike with a mountain leader
• Navigation course
• Hot drink and croissant at arrival
• Printed topographical maps of the area + compass

Not included in price

• Transport
• Packed lunch
• Snowshoes and poles

Group size
Min. 4 / Max. 8 participants

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Join us for this avalanche course in Flumserberg. In order to enjoy the mountains safely all year round, reading the terrain you’re playing on and understanding the avalanche danger is a must. With all winter sports that take you outside of the secured slopes and paths (snowshoeing, off-piste skiing, ski touring, etc.), one has to not only understand and prevent the danger, but also be equipped and ready to respond in case of an accident. Under the instruction of a mountain leader, you will learn the basics of avalanches and how to properly use a transceiver, probe and shovel.

This trip is led by Celine Kahn, mountain leader.

What's the plan?
Meet at Flumserberg, Tannenheim at 09:15. We take the cable car to Prodalp and start with some theory at Prodalp Bergrestaurant. After approx. 2 hours of theory and a picnic or lunch at the restaurant (up to you), we head out and use the terrain to do various exercises in the snow.
At the end of the day, you will be able to:

• Read, understand and make use of the avalanche bulletin
• Understand the 3-by-3 method to plan your snowshoe or ski tours safely
• Measure the slope inclination on the terrain
• Identify the different avalanche types
• Run group checks to make sure all transceivers in the group are up and running
• Rescue avalanche victims using your transceiver, probe and shovel

Avalanche knowledge is not something you learn in one day, it requires a lot of practice. During this basic course, you will be given the tools needed to keep learning and practicing the skills acquired.

How to get there
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you to take the following:

• Zurich HB 07:38 - 09:15 Flumserberg, Tannenheim (via Sargans)
• Flumserberg, Tannenheim 15:38 - 17:20 Zurich HB (via Sargans) - depending on the time the event finishes

If you are traveling by car, you can park at Flumserberg, Tannenheim.

Kit list
Clothing essentials

• Winter hiking boots
• Base layers
• Hiking or skiing trousers
• Fleece
• Down jacket
• Waterproof jacket
• Sunglasses
• Warm hat
• Buff
• Thin gloves
• Thick gloves

Technical gear

• Poles
• Hiking backpack (20-30L)
• Waterproof inner bags or bin bags
• Snowshoes, touring skis or split board: snowshoes can be rented out - see “Equipment rental”
• Avalanche transceiver, probe & shovel: can be rented out - see “Equipment rental”

F&B

• Water
• Lunch

Pharmacy

• Sunscreen & lip protector
• Plasters & basic medicine

Equipment rental
You have the possibility to rent the following:

• Snowshoes & poles: CHF 15
• Transceiver, probe & shovel: CHF 25

You will receive an email with a form to fill in a few days before the event, where you can inform us about which items you’d like to rent. These can be paid by cash or Twint on the event day.

Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 100.

Included in price

• Avalanche safety course with a mountain leader, in a small group
• Hot drink in the morning

Not included in price

• Transport to/from Flumserberg, Tannenheim
• Cable car to Prodalp (return trip CHF 8.50 with 1/2 fare travel card or GA, CHF 17 without)
• Equipment rental
• Lunch

Group size
Min. 4 / Max. 8 participants

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By signing up for this event, you agree that you have read, understood and will adhere to our Terms and Conditions.

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Your registration will only be valid if you sign up on our website. Here is the link to sign up.