Program Overview
Join our Beginner Backcountry Splitboard Program, a two-day guided experience designed for strong intermediate snowboarders (comfortable on blue runs) looking to step into the world of splitboarding and backcountry travel. Led by ACMG-certified guides, this program focuses on building a solid foundation in splitboarding techniques while exploring classic terrain around Lake Louise, Kananaskis Country, and Highway 93 North & South.
Over two full days, you’ll develop essential skills including efficient splitboard touring, smooth transitions, uphill travel techniques, group travel strategies, and confident riding in variable snow conditions. This course is ideal for riders new to splitboarding who want to gain the knowledge and confidence to travel safely and efficiently in the backcountry.
If you need to rent splitboarding or backcountry gear, Alpine Air Adventures customers can use code AAA10 to receive 10% off all rentals when booking online with GearUp in Canmore. Click this LINK to visit their site for rental information.
This program pairs seamlessly with Avalanche Skills Training 1 (AST 1) and provides a natural progression toward more advanced objectives such as our Wapta Traverse or Rogers Pass Trips
Course Package
A detailed program package will be emailed 3 days prior to the activity.
Tipping Your Guide
If you had an exceptional experience, tips for guides are always appreciated. A 10–15% gratuity is customary and can be given in cash or arranged through the AAA office.
Program Itinerary
Day 1 & Day 2
- 7:45 AM – Meet your guide at the designated trailhead (details provided via pre-program email)
- 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Splitboard touring, skill development, and riding in Lake Louise, Kananaskis, or along Highway 93
Each day builds progressively, reinforcing core splitboarding skills while adapting to terrain, snowpack, and conditions.
What's Included:
- ACMG/IFMGA certified Guides
What's Not Included:
- Personal equipment (see gear list)
- Please email us for our gear rental list & prices (info@alpineairadventures.com)
- Food
- Transportation - Check Mountain Park Transportation for shuttle/transportation options
- Accommodation
- Park passes
- Canmore & Kananaskis: Kananaskis Conservation Pass
- Banff National Park: Banff Park Pass
- Jasper National Park: Jasper Park Pass
Gear List
- Skis (160 - 185cm mid-fat to fat ski with rocker tip for powder and spring snow) or splitboard
- Climbing skins
- Ski Poles (required for splitboarders as well)
- Ski boots / snowboard boots
- Transceiver, shovel & probe
- Daypack (35-45 L)
- Sunglasses and ski goggles
- Water bottle
- Sun block & lip cream
- Headlamp with fresh batteries
- Small Blister & 1st-Aid Kit
- Polypro underwear (top & bottom)
- Warm pants (nylon blend, insulated or fleece)
- Warm shirts (not cotton)
- Medium weight fleece sweater
- Fleece Jacket
- Light insulated jacket or vest
- Waterproof jacket with hood (Gore-Tex or nylon)
- Waterproof pants (Gore-Tex or nylon, with side zippers)
- Wool or fleece hat
- Waterproof ski gloves or mitts
- Neck tube / balaclava
- Sunhat
Your Backcountry Splitboarding Guides
ACMG / IFMGA Mountain Guide Jeff has spent decades guiding and riding in complex mountain terrain across Canada. As the owner and lead guide of Alpine Air Adventures, Jeff combines deep experience in splitboarding, ski touring, and avalanche terrain management with a passion for teaching and mentoring riders entering the backcountry. ACMG Apprentice Ski & Hiking Guide | Avalanche Educator Based in Golden, BC, Jesse has over a decade of experience traveling and guiding in the backcountry of Western Canada. With extensive time splitboarding and ski touring in the Rockies and Coast Mountains, Jesse brings a calm, instructional approach focused on efficient travel, smart decision-making, and building confidence in the backcountry.Organizers
Jeff Bullock
Jesse Scotland
Important Documents & Policies
- Please read and review our Waiver prior to booking.
- Please read and review our Cancellation Policy.
- Cancellation Insurance is available through the Simpson Group.
- All of our guides have undergone training and evaluation by the ACMG, meeting the established criteria of a globally acknowledged professional organization.