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Ski / Splitboard

Efficient Travel. Clean Movement. Safe Decisions.

Backcountry skiing and splitboarding demand clarity — in movement, terrain recognition, and avalanche awareness. Dropzone’s instruction is built around disciplined travel and safe, efficient decision‑making.

What We Teach

Movement & Efficiency

Skinning technique, transitions, and efficient travel for long days and complex terrain.

Terrain Management

Safe route selection, hazard recognition, and disciplined movement through avalanche terrain.

Avalanche Fundamentals

Companion rescue, snowpack basics, and decision frameworks for safe winter travel.

Sample Ski / Splitboard Objectives

• Snoqualmie Pass Tours
• Mt. Baker Backcountry
• Mt. St. Helens — Worm Flows
• PNW Volcano Ski Descents
• Custom Ski / Splitboard Objectives
Basecamp Program Suite

Basecamp: Ski Your Entry Point to Winter Terrain

A structured progression for new backcountry skiers and riders — movement, avalanche fundamentals, and disciplined terrain management.

Level 1 — Foundations

Skinning basics, transitions, and safe winter travel for new backcountry users.

Level 2 — Systems

Avalanche fundamentals, terrain recognition, and disciplined movement through winter environments.

Level 3 — Capability

Efficient travel, movement planning, and disciplined execution for skiers and riders ready to operate independently.

Travel with efficiency. Move with clarity. Ski with discipline.