Backcountry Skiing

Tahoe Mountain School offers backcountry skiing courses and ski guided adventures. Our backcountry skiing courses focus on hands on learning and instruction for either skier or splitboarder from beginner to advanced. We also offer backcountry ski tours and ski mountaineering adventures throughout the Tahoe/Truckee region. We also offer private guided instruction for all levels of ability.

 

Click on one of the links below to view our Backcountry Ski and Snowboard Courses.

 

 

Or you can browse all of our Backcountry Ski and Snowboarding offerings in the list below:

Dates Course
12/27/2024 - 12/27/2024
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Dec 27

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

12/28/2024 - 12/28/2024
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Dec 28

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

12/29/2024 - 12/29/2024
Mt. Rose Backcountry-$225. Dec 29

The Mt Rose area offers access to some of the highest trailheads in our region, known for an abundance of powder skiing and spring corn skiing.

01/03/2025 - 01/03/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Jan 3

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

01/04/2025 - 01/04/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Jan 4

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

01/10/2025 - 01/10/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Jan 10

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

01/11/2025 - 01/11/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Jan 11

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

01/12/2025 - 01/12/2025
Silver Peak Tour-$225. Jan 12

Silver Peak is known for its open bowls, amazing tree skiing, and quiet location. It is a hidden gem in our area that holds good powder skiing and spring descents.

01/17/2025 - 01/17/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Jan 17

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

01/18/2025 - 01/18/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Jan 18

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

01/19/2025 - 01/19/2025
Mt. Rose Backcountry-$225. Jan 19

The Mt Rose area offers access to some of the highest trailheads in our region, known for an abundance of powder skiing and spring corn skiing.

01/20/2025 - 01/20/2025
Castle Peak Tour-$225. Jan 20

This 1 day ski tour is for anyone with previous backcountry experience. We look to head out and find the best snow conditions for the day. Castle Peak is one of the highest peaks in Tahoe National Forest with beautiful views and varied descents.

01/24/2025 - 01/24/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Jan 24

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

01/25/2025 - 01/25/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Jan 25

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

01/28/2025 - 01/30/2025
Frog Lake Hut-$1099. Jan 28-30

3 day/2 night and 4 day/3 night backcountry ski trips are available at the new Frog Lake Huts near Donner Summit. Trips and space are limited with most of our trips open to groups of 4 backcountry skiers/splitboarders and can be reserved as a private group or individually. Amazing backcountry terrain, limited access, and a picturesque location makes this trip a unique destination.

01/31/2025 - 01/31/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Jan 31

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

02/01/2025 - 02/01/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Feb 1

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

02/07/2025 - 02/07/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Feb 7

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

02/08/2025 - 02/08/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Feb 8

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

02/09/2025 - 02/11/2025
Frog Lake Hut-$1099. Feb 9-11

3 day/2 night and 4 day/3 night backcountry ski trips are available at the new Frog Lake Huts near Donner Summit. Trips and space are limited with most of our trips open to groups of 4 backcountry skiers/splitboarders and can be reserved as a private group or individually. Amazing backcountry terrain, limited access, and a picturesque location makes this trip a unique destination.

02/14/2025 - 02/14/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Feb 14

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

02/15/2025 - 02/15/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Feb 15

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

02/17/2025 - 02/17/2025
Silver Peak Tour-$225. Feb 17

Silver Peak is known for its open bowls, amazing tree skiing, and quiet location. It is a hidden gem in our area that holds good powder skiing and spring descents.

02/21/2025 - 02/21/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Feb 21

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

02/21/2025 - 02/21/2025
Castle Peak Tour-$225. Feb 21

This 1 day ski tour is for anyone with previous backcountry experience. We look to head out and find the best snow conditions for the day. Castle Peak is one of the highest peaks in Tahoe National Forest with beautiful views and varied descents.

02/22/2025 - 02/22/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Feb 22

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

02/28/2025 - 02/28/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Feb 28

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

02/28/2025 - 02/28/2025
Mt. Rose Backcountry-$225. Feb 28

The Mt Rose area offers access to some of the highest trailheads in our region, known for an abundance of powder skiing and spring corn skiing.

03/01/2025 - 03/01/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Mar 1

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

03/08/2025 - 03/08/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Mar 8

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

03/09/2025 - 03/09/2025
Ski Mountaineering-$225. Mar 9

1-day course designed to prepare backcountry skiers and splitboarders for more committing and longer tours into bigger mountain terrain. We instruct on skills and techniques to move safer and more efficiently while accessing steep and complex lines.

03/09/2025 - 03/11/2025
Frog Lake Hut. $1099. March 9-11

3 day/2 night and 4 day/3 night backcountry ski trips are available at the new Frog Lake Huts near Donner Summit. Trips and space are limited with most of our trips open to groups of 4 backcountry skiers/splitboarders and can be reserved as a private group or individually. Amazing backcountry terrain, limited access, and a picturesque location makes this trip a unique destination.

03/15/2025 - 03/15/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Mar 15

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

03/16/2025 - 03/16/2025
Mt. Rose Backcountry-$225. Mar 16

The Mt Rose area offers access to some of the highest trailheads in our region, known for an abundance of powder skiing and spring corn skiing.

03/22/2025 - 03/22/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Mar 22

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

03/29/2025 - 03/29/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Mar 29

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

04/05/2025 - 04/05/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Apr 5

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

04/12/2025 - 04/12/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Apr 12

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

04/19/2025 - 04/19/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Apr 19

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.

04/26/2025 - 04/26/2025
Intro to Backcountry-$199. Apr 26

This 1 day outdoor course is designed for people who have ski resort experience and want to get into backcountry skiing and splitboarding away from the crowds. It's a hands on course covering how to use backcountry specific gear including; avalanche rescue equipment, backcountry ski and splitboard bindings and skins, managing specific gear and transitions, along with uphill and downhill techniques and skills. After getting geared up at the store, the course is entirely in the field.