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

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

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There are many terrain options including tree skiing.

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Northern BC is like nothing you've ever experienced - big mountains, rich culture & more bears than people!

Mountaineering Course at Burnie

Dates: TBD

The Burnie Glacier Chalet is right across the valley from the toe of the Burnie Glacier. There are climbing crags within 20 minutes and a practice area on the glacier within 30 minutes walk. The mountains are high and close. The lodge provides a great base to learn the art of mountaineering in all its aspects. Rock climbing, ice climbing, glacier travel, crevasse rescue, navigation and trip planning are some of the topics that will keep you busy through the week.

Cost: $2,050

Included:

  • floatplane flights to Burnie Lake and back
  • all food and accommodation at the lodge
  • instruction by certified guide
  • rental gear such as ropes, harnesses, helmets, crampons, ice axe  

Not included:

  • access to and stay in Smithers
  • alcoholic beverages at the lodge
  • personal equipment like clothing
  • backpacks and boots
  • 5% tax
 
 

Best turns of my life! This place is fantabulous.

Greg Dunham, New Mexico