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The ultimate backcountry experience in the mountains of northwestern BC.

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It's big. Much of it is alpine and glaciated. It appeals to stronger skiers.

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A culturally modified tree along the trail from lake to lodge.

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A backcountry lodge in Canada that offers all the charm of a European mountain hut - all to yourself!

Getting Here

Here are the logistics for your trip:

If you drive, please plan to be at the Silver King Helicopters base (250-877-1989) at the Smithers airport no later than 1000 on the day of your departure. You can leave your vehicle at the base.

If you fly, please be sure to arrive on the Thursday before your trip starts. We pick you up at the airport on Tuesday afternoon, bring you to your hotel, and back out to the airport for your heli flight. Most guests stay at the Stork Nest Inn (storknestinn.com). You can leave things you don't need at the lodge there.

On the Friday of your departure, you will be at the airport in time for the departure of the flight back to Vancouver.

No need to rent a car when you get to Smithers. We get you from the airport to the Chalet!

 
 

We loved our course and the entire trip. Sensational views, excellent chalet, highly trained and informative guides, Molly's superb cooking and all that powder.

We have lived in Smithers for 14 years, have travelled the world, and all this time, since 2001, this gem of an experience was right on our doorstep. We will be back a lot more often. We enjoyed the chalet and really appreciated the course, patience and tips we received from Christoph and Lucas. The last time we had someone preparing food for us that was this good was nearly 30 years ago, in a camp where Molly's mother was the cook. Thank you for an amazing experience.

Sandy M and Karin B, Smithers