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We'll discuss how to use your gear at the onset of the trip and talk about the pros and cons of different setups throughout the day as we travel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to apply, maintain and store climbing skins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTechniques for efficient skinning and track setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasics of backcountry navigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasics of avalanche rescue tools \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequisite Experience \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Intro to Backcountry program is for riders with little to no backcountry experience but advanced resort riding skills. \u003c\/strong\u003e The \"wild snow\" of the backcountry can be tricky and many riders don't get to experience these untamed conditions at the resort.  Breakable crust, wind slabs, sticky \"hot pow\", and deep powder are all snow conditions that are somewhat rare to find at resorts (for better or worse!) and they require higher levels of skill to manage effectively.  We want everyone to have a great experience on our programs, so we kindly request your riding skills meet the demands of the snow.  \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" title=\"Contact us to discuss skiing ability level here!\" href=\"https:\/\/blackbirdguides.com\/pages\/contact-us\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/blackbirdguides.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e if you're unsure and we can help you figure it out!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blackbird Mountain Guides","offers":[{"title":"6 \/ Snoqualmie Pass","offer_id":47186319311147,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 \/ Mt Baker","offer_id":47186319343915,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 \/ Snoqualmie Pass","offer_id":47186319376683,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 \/ Mt Baker","offer_id":47186319409451,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 \/ Snoqualmie Pass","offer_id":47186319442219,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 \/ Mt Baker","offer_id":47186319507755,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 \/ Snoqualmie Pass","offer_id":47186319540523,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 \/ Mt Baker","offer_id":47186319638827,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 \/ Snoqualmie Pass","offer_id":47186319671595,"sku":null,"price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 \/ Mt Baker","offer_id":47186319737131,"sku":null,"price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 \/ Snoqualmie Pass","offer_id":47186319769899,"sku":null,"price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 \/ Mt Baker","offer_id":47186319868203,"sku":null,"price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/8159\/8051\/files\/MtBakerBackcountryskiing2024-01-11_9.jpg?v=1752601243"},{"product_id":"eastern-sierra-climbing-private","title":"Eastern Sierra Climbing - 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