Introduction to ski mountaineering in the Gaver Plain
Highlights
- Discover ski mountaineering with a 4-hour lesson in the Gaver Plain
- With a mountain guide, learn the techniques of climbing with skins
- Reaching the summit, discover the freedom of sliding on fresh snow
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Full description
Have you always skied the slopes and now want to raise the challenge level?
Take an introductory ski mountaineering lesson in the Gaver Plain, at the foot of Mount Blumone. You will discover an exciting winter sport that combines the challenge of mountain hiking with the thrill of downhill skiing.
With special equipment such as adjustable bindings and seal skins attached to your skis, you will ascend snow-covered slopes with agility in a 4-hour lesson with an Alpine Guide, and then embark on free descents on fresh, unexplored snow slopes.
What we will do
We will meet with the Alpine Guide 15 minutes before the indicated time in Breno, at Gaver (or other location depending on snow conditions) .
We'll start with a briefing on ski-mountaineering techniques and analysis of the snowpack, to better understand the route conditions and how to deal with them safely.
After putting on our seal skins under our skis, we will begin the ascent on the snowy slopes of the Gaver Plain, accompanied by the Alpine Guide. The itinerary will be chosen according to the level of the group and the snow conditions, guaranteeing an experience suitable for all.
The ascent will be a special moment: the silence of the mountain, the rhythm of the steps and the panorama around will allow us to discover Mount Blumone from a completely new perspective.
Once at the top, the most exciting part will begin: the free descent on fresh snow, tracing our lines on pristine slopes. During the lesson, we will also learn how to use the safety kit (shovel, ARTVA and probe) and how to interpret mountain signs, which are fundamental for moving with awareness in an untracked environment.
At the end of the 4-hour lesson, we will return to our starting point.
Who it is aimed at
The activity is suitable for everyone from the age of 16.
It is not necessary to have already skied off-piste, but it is essential to be able to ski safely on groomed red slopes and have good ski control.
Other information
The activity takes place in December and January on the dates indicated in the calendar and is confirmed with a minimum of 4 participants.
Attention! In the event of a lack of snow, the course location may vary: you will be notified directly by the guide.
The fee includes the safety kit (shovel, avalanche transceiver and probe) . Ski equipment, skins, boots and poles are not included and can be hired on site.
The meeting point cannot be reached by public transport; there is free parking on site.
Recommended clothing
- Winter mountain clothing (or ski suit)
- Light and heavy gloves
- Cap
Don't forget to bring
- Maximum 30L backpack
- Thermos flask with hot drink
- Skis, skins, boots, telescopic ski touring poles
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Breno, Brescia
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed date reservation and the weather conditions are not suitable for carrying out the activity safely (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be refunded the full amount paid. The guide may suggest an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to choose whether or not to accept these suggestions. If you are unable to reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund! If you have set the date of your Gift Voucher and bad weather has prevented the activity from taking place, the Voucher remains valid until the expiry date indicated on it.
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is flexible. You get a full refund if you cancel within 5 days from the activity start date. Within 4 and 3 days from the activity start date you will get a 50% refund. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
On Freedome, you can pay with any rechargeable credit card or prepaid card (including Postepay) from Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB networks. We also accept debit cards enabled for online payments. You can also use the digital wallets Apple Pay and Google Pay.
