We believe knowlege is powder. The more you know, the more you find good snow! Whether you are new to the backcountry or looking to build your skillset and progress as a splitboarder or backcountry skier, here you can educate yourself off-piste... on the couch!
Below you can find links to watch our Slay at Home video series on YouTube for free or other helpful blogs and links. We cover things like what to expect from fitness, gear recommendations, obtaining the right knowledge to travel safely, and even adventure travel trips to Japan and Canada.
SLAY AT HOME SERIES
Give your legs a break and excercise that muscle in between your ears
LEARN FROM HOME
WHAT'S ON THE MENU?
Backcountry Basics
Gear Recommendations
Avalanche Education
Trip Planning
Discover New Zones
Expedition Splitboarding/Skiing
Above & Beyond
BACKCOUNTRY BASICS
In our backcountry basics video below, we cover things like "what the hell is splitboarding and how do you travel up a mountain without a chairlift?" to fitness, and the general basics of how a touring setup functions.
GET THE GEAR
In this video we dive deep into spitboards, skis, avalanche equipment, boots, bindings, layers and more.
TIP: TRY IT BEFORE YOU BUY
Attend an on-resort, backcountry focused demo and try out some gear before you invest in a full set up. Check out our event calendar for demos and events near you.
GET THE EDUCATION
Take a companion rescue course and a Level 1 or AIARE 1 avalanche education course, we also recommend a Wilderness First Aid (WFA).
PLAN A BACKCOUNTRY TRIP
Learn how to check the forecast, plan routes, and use mapping tools in our backcountry trip planning workshop.
DISCOVER NEW ZONES
I got my gear. I got my safety training. Now, where do I go? Check out some recommended touring zones straight from the locals themselves.
JAPAN
ABOVE AND BEYOND
SPLITBOARD/SKI MOUNTAINEERING 101
You've nailed the basics, now you're frothing over higher peaks and steeper lines. Break out the ropes and ices axes and learn the ups and downs of ski/split mountaineering in this master class.
BACKCOUNTRY HUT 101
Spending all your days in the backcountry? Try a night or two (or five!) Learn the do's and don'ts of using a backcountry hut in the winter.
DON'T FORGET YOUR ESSENTIALS
THE NATIONAL FOREST FOUNDATION
The National Forest Foundation promotes the enhancement and public enjoyment of the 193-million-acre National Forest System. Each year, the NFF restores wildlife habitats, plants trees in areas affected by fires and improves recreational opportunities. Per our commitment to 1% for the Planet, Weston donates at minimum 1% of our yearly revenue to causes that help better our planet.
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