Backcountry Ski: The Castle Saddle
Details
Who: Backcountry skiers/snowboarders who (1) are in excellent cardio condition and (2) have completed at least 2 prior backcountry ski tours (using Randonee or Telemark gear) involving a minimum of 3,000' of elevation gain.
Ski Gear: Alpine Touring or Telemark skiing equipment with full-length climbing skins. Ski crampons are optional.
Avalanche Gear: beacon, probe, and shovel
Avalanche Training: Avy 1 or above
Navigation Gear: I am bringing map, compass, altimeter, and GPS. Ideally, at least one other skier will be equipped with a GPS.
Distance: 7 miles round-trip
Elevation Gain: 2,400 feet
Pace: ~1,000 ft of elevation gain per hour
Duration: ~3 hour ascent and ~2 hour descent
Carpooling and fuel reimbursement: Riders please bring cash (10 cents / mile) to compensate your driver.
Route: see Photo (below)
Backcountry Ski: The Castle Saddle