Arctos Guides

12/21/2024

https://www.powderhighwaybackcountry.com/feels-like-the-powder-highway/

12/06/2024

https://www.powderhighwaybackcountry.com/what-happened-to-all-the-la-nina-hype/

November went out like a lion--kind of. We had a fair bit of precipitation in November and it seemed like we were on the right track. Consistent storms, reasonable freezing levels made for a decent base. Right now, in the Central Kootenays, typical height of snow above 1700m ranges from

12/03/2024

There are two spots left on our Ski and Sail trip through the fjords of Northern Norway. Jump on board with our hosts/crew Maria and Ulrik and come see what skiing / splitboarding north of the Arctic Circle is like.

If you book before New Year’s, you’ll get 40% off a pair of WNDR Alpine skis or a splitboard of your choice.

Holiday Pricing Sale:
$3475 USD/ Spot
⛵️Dates April 14-21, 2025
🏁Tromsø

11/22/2024

https://www.powderhighwaybackcountry.com/powder-highway-backcountry-conditions-report-november-22-2025/

Another great week of early season conditions has passed here on the Powder Highway. In the Kootenays, snow depths are about one meter at 1400m and up to 160cm around 1800m. In Rogers Pass, there is roughly 30cm at the RPDC and Mt Fidelity's weather plot at 1900m is showing

11/21/2024

Two spots left on the Jan 28-Feb 3 backcountry ski camp—$2590CAD gets you 7 nights lodging, 7 days of guided ski touring, 3 catered meals per day and access to a world class endurance athlete/coach. Check out the link below for more details:

Kootenay Backcountry Ski and Endurance Athlete Training Camp a guided, small group, backcountry skiing / splitboarding deep in the Kootenays.

11/16/2024

https://www.powderhighwaybackcountry.com/winter-is-off-to-a-good-start/

A strong flow of moisture has pummelled Southern BC this past week, dropping over 70cm of snow in the mountains since last Friday. This is exactly what we're looking for; steady precipitation and moderate temperatures will build a great base for the rest of the season. In the Kootenays, around

10/30/2024

Hello Everyone-
With snow starting to appear in the hills here's an article about avalanche forecasting, there are some helpful resources and links in it too: https://www.powderhighwaybackcountry.com/avalanche-forecasting-101/
This season we'll be posting weekly updates on the Powder Highway Backcountry conditions as another perspective on what's going on in our local mountains, you can sign up for the newsletter on the page listed above.

Avalanche forecasting boils down to understanding how weather, the snowpack and terrain will interact. Then you add the human element to it. It’s really that simple.

10/25/2024

Over the past few years .tuft and I have shared some outstanding adventures travelling through the mountains by bike and ski. We’re excited to share those adventures with you—this winter, we’ve teamed up to offer Backcountry Ski Camps for Endurance Athletes based out of the near Nelson, BC.

These are small group programs (6:2) designed to give a personalized experience where people will get exceptional backcountry skiing and splitboarding and the opportunity to consult with Svein about realizing a more wholistic approach to endurance training.

You’ll get seven days of guided backcountry skiing and splitboarding by a certified .ca ski guide, six nights double occupancy accommodation at the , a private chef who will provide hearty and nutritious meals and personal time to chat with .tuft about your fitness endeavours; all for the price of $2590CAD +tax.

Dates:
Jan 20-26, 2025
Jan 28-Feb 3, 2025

Spaces are going quickly.

10/23/2024

Here's an ensemble of telemetry and weather data loggers for your weather and avalanche forecasting pleasure:

TELEMETRY and WEATHER DATA LOGGERS: A resource list for real time weather and precipitation values in BC and Alberta.

10/17/2024

Some of the best adventures are found camped out under the stars. After ten mornings where cool breezes stirred by the rising sun carried the scent of sage followed by long sun-drenched days spent climbing with family and friends and fireside laughs backlit by the northern lights, that sentiment has never rang so true.

We have some special places teed up for this spring.

🏕️There are a few spaces left on our late March and early April basecamps.

⛵️⛷️🏂Our Finnmark Ski and Sail trip also has a few spots left.

If you’d like to take some time and connect with the outdoors while exploring some exceptional backcountry terrain, drop a line📮

10/07/2024

We’re heading back to Norway this year—this time aboard a 17m sailboat through the Arctic Ocean to explore the fjords and islands of Finnmark April 14-20. There are three spaces left on this trip. The client to guide ratio is six : one and there will be two crew members to captain the boat. DM for details or check out this link: https://arctosguides.com/international-backcountry-skiing-trips/lyngen-alps-ski-touring/

10/05/2024

We went ski touring in Chile for the third year in a row over the past ten days. True to our style we went with a small group of clients (four) and one guide. Over the years, we’ve found small groups provide the best client experience. After meeting the group at the Araucaniá airport (ZCO), we headed to Malalcahuello on the 25th of September....

We went ski touring in Chile for the third year in a row over the past ten days. True to our style we went with a small group of clients (four) and one guide. Over the years, we’ve found a mall groups provide the best client experience. After meeting the group at the Araucaniá airport […]

10/03/2024

The best way to get fired up about ski season is to go skiing….fine times hanging in Chile with a great group of clients ⛷️🏂🇨🇱🤙

09/19/2024

Basecamps are the best way to explore remote zones in relative comfort. Our heated group tents allow for dry gear and warm hangs after big days in the mountains. There are a few spaces remaining on our Interior and Coast range camps set for March and April 2025—contact us for details⛷️🏂

09/14/2024

Classic Slocan— a bit bushy and rough around the edges, vestiges of old mining, plump huckleberries, 1700m straight up out the backdoor—Kootenay gravel at its finest.

It’s always good to share loops like these with folks who appreciate them.
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09/09/2024

The recent growth in the Kootenay backcountry gravel community is fantastic! Having people like .tuft willing to share their knowledge and passion for sleuthing out epic rides is the icing on the cake. If you get a chance to come for a ride or book one of his camps, don’t hesitate, you won’t regret it.🚴‍♀️🚴

Today’s ride was an exceptional tour through the Nelson Range that linked up several passes and a series of old mining and forestry roads. The amount options for adventure rides in the Kootenays is impressive. If you like climbing, backcountry roads and have a keen sense of adventure, the Kootenays won’t disappoint.

08/28/2024

Winter is coming; here's our course schedule for this winter:

October 19th FREE Rope Rescue for skiers and splitboarders session.
12 spots available - Sign up via DM or email listed on Website

Backcountry Navigation
October 20, 2024
November 9, 2024

Crevasse Rescue
December 7,8
December 14,15
December 21,22, 2024

Companion Rescue
Dates: November 23, 30, 2024

Beyond Avalanche Safety Training
January 4-7, 2025

SKI MOUNTAINEERING / SPLITBOARD MOUNTAINEERING COURSE AND BASECAMP
April 3-7, 2025

Skin Track Management
January 4,5 2025

INTRO TO SKI / SPLITBOARD MOUNTAINEERING
March 21-23, 2025
April 11-13, 2025

Please follow this link if you'd like more information about these courses:

Arctos Guides offers a variety of backcountry courses, from navigation, AST to ski mountaineering and crevasse rescue.

08/25/2024

Looking for a unique backcountry ski trip? Basing out of Slocan could be the trip for you. Flexible length trips, you choice of accommodations (choose from a cozy cottage in Slocan Village, off grid cabins, or ), highway or snowmobile accessed touring and the options of cooking for yourself, catering or restaurant fare. Situated between the Valhalla and Kokanee Glacier Provincial Parks, there are endless options for untracked powder.

We've got select dates available this winter, please enquire for details.

https://arctosguides.com/backcountry-lodge-trips/slocan-backcountry-skiing/