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Choosing Your Hut-to-Hut Ski Trip

Physical exertion at high altitude along with terrain, weather and snow variations are some of the challenges that you may experience on a trip. Depending on the trip, participants can expect to cover 3-10 miles per day, with elevation changes of 700-3000 feet per day, while carrying a pack weighing 20-30 pounds.

Our trips are designed to accommodate a variety of inter- ests and ability levels, from a basic introduction to back- country skiing as well as more challenging trekking and mountaineering style trips that visit numerous huts. Most trips include one or two layover days for telemarking or ski touring in the surrounding area.

Participants should be proficient in basic skiing skills of snowplow and step turn and be able to control their downhill speed. Certain trips require more advanced ski- ing skills with instruction provided at all ability levels. All trips require that participants be in good physical condition and allow for proper high altitude acclimation. A great spirit for adventure is needed to enjoy the surprises and challenges that will be encountered along the way. Custom trips can be designed to meet interests of your family and friends with particular abilities in mind.

Please call our office, we will help you evaluate your ski level and recommend an appropriate trip.

 

Contact Paragon Guides today to join us on a backcountry adventure!
970.926.5299 or Toll-Free: 877.926.5299
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PO Box 130 Vail, Colorado 81658 Toll-Free: 877.926.5299 Phone: 970.926.5299 trips@paragonguides.com