Tour Planning & Execution Course
Do you always just go along with other people’s tour plans? Feeling like you’d love to be able to take control and start planning tours of your own?
Planning a safe and enjoyable backcountry tour involves more than just picking a route.We’ll work together as a crew to plan a tour step by step, then give you the opportunity to plan your own individual tour from start to finish, under the guidance of an experienced AMGA-trained ski/splitboard guide.
By the end of the day, you’ll walk away with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to plan and execute your own tours safely and efficiently — for yourself and your crew.
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In this course, we’ll cover all the essential elements of planning a safe and enjoyable backcountry tour:
How to Decide What, When, and Where to Tour – Choosing a route that fits your crew, conditions, and goals
Making (& Sticking to) a Realistic Time Plan – Managing expectations and pacing for a full day in the backcountry
Mapping Your Tour with Apps – Using tools like CalTopo and Gaia to plan and visualize your route
Decision Making and Communication – Keeping your group safe and coordinated on the move
In-Field Considerations & Assessments – Adjusting plans based on conditions and observations
The Art of Bailing – Knowing when and how to safely turn back or modify your tour
By the end of the day, you’ll have a complete framework for planning, executing, and adjusting your own tours with confidence.
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Anyone who wants to understand the full process of organizing a day or multi-day tour — from route selection to hazard assessment.
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Truckee:
January 2, 2026
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$125 Per Person