Do I need prior backcountry experience to join the mentorship?

Yes, this course is designed for advanced skiers and splitboarders with backcountry experience to ensure safety and maximize learning.

Is equipment rental available through the company?

The Backcountry Pros LLC can recommend rental shops locally, but equipment rental is not directly provided.

What is the maximum group size for the mentorship?

Groups are kept small, typically between 4-6 participants, for personalized instruction.

Are meals included during the 5-day course?

Participants are responsible for their own meals; guidance on meal planning and packing is provided before the trip.

What safety measures are in place regarding avalanches?

Instructors provide thorough avalanche forecasting education and monitor conditions closely throughout the mentorship.

Can splitboarders participate in the mentorship?

Absolutely, the course is tailored to both skiers and splitboarders aiming to improve their backcountry skills.

Ski Mountaineering Mentorship in Cottonwood Heights, Utah | Ski | Winter Activities

The Ski Mountaineering Mentorship by The Backcountry Pros LLC offers a thrilling 5-day course tailored for advanced skiers and splitboarders eager to expand their backcountry skills. Set against the dramatic alpine backdrop of the Wasatch Range near Cottonwood Heights, Utah, this program focuses on mastering critical mountaineering techniques such as navigating steep terrain safely, rope use, and winter camping essentials. Participants will engage in hands-on instruction, learning avalanche awareness, route finding, and self-rescue measures to boost confidence in challenging environments. Each day combines technical skill-building with immersive adventures, culminating in overnight camping under the stars. Beyond skill acquisition, this mentorship fosters camaraderie and personal growth, ensuring every skier leaves with unforgettable memories and a stronger connection to the winter wilderness. Whether refining your existing skills or pushing boundaries in tough backcountry terrain, this experience invites you to explore Utah’s renowned snowy peaks with expert guidance and safety at the forefront.

About The Backcountry Pros LLC

The Backcountry Pros LLC is a Utah-based guiding and education company specializing in backcountry skiing, avalanche education, and technical climbing instruction. The team offers a range of hands-on experiences — from single-day clinics to multi-day mentorships and heli-assisted ski touring — focused on practical skills, decision-making, and safe mountain travel. Instructional offerings include Advanced Backcountry Skiing Mentorship, Backcountry Skiing Mentorship, Ski Mountaineering Course, Level I (Uinta Mountains), Avalanche I Refresher, Heli Assisted Ski Touring, Intro to Trad Climbing, Multi Pitch Self Rescue, Advanced Ice Techniques, and Ice Intro Clinic.

Courses combine classroom and fieldwork when appropriate, with Zoom sessions, guided field days, basecamp-style mentorship, and real-world scenario practice. The Backcountry Pros LLC emphasizes small groups and a limited instructor-to-student ratio to maximize individualized feedback and hands-on coaching. Professional ski instructors and certified guides lead technical lessons in the Wasatch and Uinta Mountains, covering avalanche forecasting, companion rescue, ski travel techniques, ice screw placement, anchor building, and multi-pitch self-rescue.

Safety and evidence-based decision making are core priorities; students practice terrain assessment, hazard interpretation, and rescue drills in real mountain settings. The company’s programs are designed for progressing skiers and climbers seeking measurable skill development, confidence in complex terrain, and the ability to plan and execute safe backcountry trips. Booking information, prerequisite details, and course logistics are provided for each trip to ensure participants arrive prepared for a productive and secure learning experience. Industry-standard safety protocols and hands-on mentorship create measurable progress and lasting skills for responsible mountain travel across winter and alpine environments.