Spearhead Traverse Backcountry touring

Spearhead Traverse: $795. + GST

Included in Canada West Mountain School Spearhead Traverse

• 3 days of guided backcountry touring with local ACMG Ski Guides (max group size 6 people)
• Pre-trip Zoom planning session approximately 1 week in advance of the tour dates
• BC Parks Backcountry Camping permits and fees
• Avalanche Safety gear (if required)
• Winter camping tents and stoves (if required)
• All coordination and logistics planning

Costs do not include:

• Lift access
• Transportation/parking
• Food
• Hut accommodation (if used)
• Personal equipment not listed

Lift Access on Whistler/Blackcomb:
All participants require lift access for the Whistler/Blackcomb day. Lift access is not included in the course fee. If you do not have a Whistler/Blackcomb Pass, Canada West Mountain School can supply a Backcountry Pass (select Lift Pass option when booking).

NOTE on weather and snow conditions:
The Spearhead Range Traverse is a remote wilderness-based ski tour in a high alpine region. The tour will be conducted in all winter weather conditions, while ensuring the safety of the group at all times. If weather or avalanche conditions are deemed unsafe for the tour to be conducted on the chosen dates, options will be available to reschedule or cancel & refund.

CANCELLATIONS and TRANSFERS
Please click here for our Refund Policy

Scheduled dates for 2026:

March 13-15, 2026

March 27-29, 2026

Our Spearhead Traverse can be booked as a Private trip for any date with any size of group. Please contact us directly for details on setting up a Private program – info@themountainschool.com

Confident strong/intermediate to advanced skiing/riding ability or better. Backcountry touring experience is required and participants must be comfortable skiing with a pack in a wide variety of un-groomed snow conditions. Participants should be in very good physical condition – each day includes distances of 10+ kms with up to 1,000 meters of elevation gain/loss.

Participating on a Splitboard is only allowed with advanced approval. Please contact Canada West Mountain School if you wish to join using a splitboard.

Please complete this survey in advance of the trip touring dates – Backcountry Touring Survey

Waiver & Medical Disclosure Forms
Participants on Canada West Mountain School programs must complete the following:

• Canada West Mountain School Waiver and Medical Disclosure online form
• (Must be signed online in advance of the program)

Cancellation & Transfer policy
Review the CWMS cancellation and transfer policy:

• Canada West Mountain School Refund/Transfer Policy