Ski & Ride
Build Competence, Confidence, Community
Our women’s affinity programs meet you where you’re at—and help you grow from there. Whether you’re going on your first ski tour or pursuing technical ski mountaineering objectives, there’s space for you within this supportive community of women (queer, cis, and trans) and gender-expansive folks. These programs are a space to find your voice, expand your comfort zone, and show up fully. Come build your skills and get after it with a crew that’s got your back.
Women’s Affinity Programs
Women’s Affinity Crevasse Rescue Course
Crevasse rescue is a core skill for glacier travel at any level. Mastery of these skills empowers individuals to travel in glaciated terrain with increased safety margins, confidence, and independence. The Women’s Affinity Crevasse Rescue course is for women (queer, trans, cis-gendered) aiming to hone their proficiency in this crucial skill.
Women’s AIARE 1 Avalanche Course
Join our Women’s Affinity AIARE 1 Avalanche Course and take your first steps towards becoming a confident and informed backcountry traveler. This course is for women (queer, trans, and cis-gendered) aiming to begin their avalanche education journey in a supportive and community-focused learning environment.
Women’s AIARE 2 Avalanche Course
Continue your avalanche education with our Women’s Affinity AIARE 2 Avalanche Course. This course is for women (queer, trans, and cis-gendered) who are ready to deepen their understanding of the avalanche phenomenon and hone their skills in decision making, terrain management, and tour planning.
Women’s Affinity Intro to Backcountry Skiing Course
Join CMA in the ultimate introduction to backcountry touring. This two-part program is designed to provide a solid introduction to avalanche awareness and backcountry skiing and riding. This course is for women (queer, trans, and cis-gendered) and gender expansive folks wanting to begin their backcountry touring career in a
Women’s AIARE Avalanche Rescue Course
Hone your avalanche rescue skills with our Women’s AIARE Avalanche Rescue Course. This course is for women (queer, trans, and cis-gendered) aiming to expand their avalanche rescue skills in a supportive and community-focused learning environment.
Women’s Affinity Mountain Mentorship Program
Learn climbing skills, gain confidence in the mountains, and build community through our women’s mountain mentorship program. We know that competence takes practice and solid partnership is paramount; that’s why we’ve created a season-long course to develop skills over time with a supportive group.
Women’s Kulshan Climb
The Women’s Kulshan Climb is for women (queer, trans, cis-gendered) looking for a glacier mountaineering experience in an affinity space created for and by women who love spending time in the mountains. Designed to foster inclusivity and accessibility from the ground up, this trip offers a supportive environment for
Women’s Affinity Backcountry Skiing & Riding
Our Women’s Affinity Backcountry Skiing & Riding days foster a supportive, confidence-building environment where you can explore new terrain, connect with community, and expand your backcountry skillset.
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