The Mountaineers Foothills Winter Program is dedicated to bringing out the back country skier in everyone. We offer programs customized for x-country skiers to take their skills to the back country. We also offer courses catered to Alpine Touring or Randonnee skiers. We use a mix of traditional instruction and experiential education, and lots of fun to forge a memorable experience where you learn skills and techniques to become a safe and competent back country skier.

Our courses

An AIARE certified level one avalanche course

Skiing Skills Improvement Course

Multiweek ski improvement series at The Summit at Snoqualmie

Learn backcountry skills

Become a ski leader.

Glacier Travel Course

Teaches rope skills necessary to effect a crevasse rescue.

Snow camping course

Learn to plan and execute successful, comfortable overnight trips in the snow