Join Jeff and his team of certified guides on an unforgettable ski touring weekend in Lake Louise and discover the stunning winter landscapes of the majestic Canadian Rockies!
Group
Rockies
2 Days
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May
These weekends are designed to introduce people to the backcountry in the areas surrounding Lake Louise, Kananaskis Country, Highway 93 South, and Highway 93 North.
If you are new to ski and splitboard touring or have some experience and are looking to get introduced to some new areas, the weekend warrior program will suit you. Our guides will give instruction on powder skiing, ski touring, and splitboard efficiency, and achieving your goals while keeping things safe and fun.
The program is perfect to progress you to the Powder Warrior program, and then one of our Spring Ski Expeditions! An AST 1 course is highly recommended, and the Weekend Warrior program is a great addition to an AST 1 to round out the learning.
The guides work on both skis and splitboards. Join us on one of the unique ski touring or splitboarding weekend warrior programs that run until the end of May.
More info Guide highly recommends purchasing Trip Cancellation Insurance |
Other gear: Skis, 160 - 185cm mid-fat to fat ski with rocker tip for powder and spring snow • Splitboard • Climbing skins • Ski Poles/ split boarders too • Ski boots / snowboard boots • Avalanche beacon with fresh batteries • Snow shovel • Avalanche probe • Daypack, 35-45 L • Sunglasses and ski goggles • water bottle • Sun block & lip cream • Pocket knife • Headlamp with fresh batteries • Small Blister & 1st-Aid Kit • -7 sleeping bag, if staying in hut or hostel • Camera • Personal Toilet Items • If tour is glaciated: • Lightweight climbing harness for glacier travel, • 3 locking carabiners, 2 non locking carabiners • 2 4-6 m long 6mm cord, 1 sewn sling • Clothing List: • Polypro underwear (top & bottom) • Warm pants (nylon blend, insulated or fleece) • Warm shirts (not cotton) • Medium weight fleece sweater • Fleece Jacket • Light insulated jacket or vest • Waterproof jacket with hood (Gore-Tex or nylon) • Waterproof pants (Gore-Tex or nylon, with side zippers) • Socks x 2 • Wool or fleece hat • Waterproof ski gloves or mitts • Neck tube / balaclava • Sunhat • Casual clothing to wear in the hut, t-shirt NOT INCLUDED • Accommodations • Transportation • Avalanche gear, this can be rented for $25.00/ day
Alpine Air Adventures is an independent mountain guiding business run by Jeff Bullock. I am a fully certified IFMGA Mountain Guide, with my training and certification through the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides, and the Canadian Avalanche Association.
We specialize in outdoor Banff adventures including: rock climbing, ice climbing, alpine climbing, backcountry skiing and snowboarding, avalanche courses and improvised rope rescue courses.
Based out of Banff, Alberta, Canada in the heart of the rugged Canadian Rocky Mountains, Alpine Air offers everything mountain. My main emphasize is to offer safe and unforgettable Banff adventures to my guests. With the allure of the mountains right at my doorstep I am always keen to take on any adventure and I am excited to have you along. Contact me to begin organizing your dream mountain ascent or descent.
Matt Stephens
5.00
July, 2022
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Vic Heilweil
5.00
March, 2022
I just wanted to say that Tamara (working for Jeff) was an excellent guide, starting off with a good and concise review of avalanche rescue (beacon search). Throughout the tour, she was very conscientious that everyone in our group was feeling good and that we moved through avalanche terrain safely. She was very knowledgeable of the route offered very good insight regarding local snow conditions. We all felt very fortunate to have had her as our guide that day!
Marie-Desneiges Landry
5.00
February, 2022
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Tom Knapp
5.00
January, 2022
Jeff the guide was brilliant from start to finish! Was my first time Splitboarding and he had loads of handy tips. Good bloke and great day out!
Lucas Choquette
5.00
August, 2021
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Karl McNelly
5.00
April, 2021
The back country is just over that ridge - just right there. You need a guide to access it safely though, and Jeff knew exactly where to go and what to do to create a fantastic - first time splitboarding experience for me. I've been to Lake Louise so many times, now I've seen a little of what is AROUND Lake Louise and my mind has been expanded. Will be back for more adventure for sure!
Timo Plieth
5.00
April, 2021
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Oleg nikiporets
5.00
March, 2021
That was a wonderful ski-tour experience. Everything was well organized, and there was good communication.The choice of daily spots was well planned based on avalanche safety and natural beauty. Special thanks to local guides (Jason and Tamara) for all their efforts and passion, which made this trip a very special experience. I definitely look forward to do another ski-tour trip next year or summer adventure with Jeff or his guides.
Dominique Lemaire
5.00
February, 2021
Excellent service, Guides are very knowledgeable and safety is #1
Amjad Ali
5.00
September, 2020
Jeff is an exceptional individual and excellent mountain guide. Our climb up Athabasca was a truly amazing experience. I saw a sea of mountain peaks that I had never seen before. Alpine air adventures offers in my opinion the best value for money when it comes to alpine climbing. Highly recommended!
Laurel Hoover
5.00
August, 2020
Organized amazing tours for me while I was in Banff.I learned to rock climb and the next day I did a multi-pitch climb. I also did the Sulphur Mountain trek. The guides were excellent and I had so much fun! Would love to do more tours with them!
Mike Mutrie
5.00
August, 2020
We have been going on mountaineering and ski trips with Jeff Bullock for about five years now. Most recently, we climbed Mt. Athabasca with Jeff in August 2020. No matter what the adventure, we love Jeff’s approach to guiding. We always feel safe going with him and always have a great time. Jeff brings humility, humour, honesty, a passion for teaching and great stories. We will continue to do our dream trips with Jeff and Alpine Air Adventures in the future!
George Michel
5.00
March, 2020
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Cassandra Rigo
5.00
March, 2020
Ben guided us to Marble Canyon and it was a really awesome and rewarding experience! Ben was really cool and relaxed about everything, the whole process was made extremely simple, and he went so far as to teach us a little more than we had originally expected to learn. We got extremely lucky with the weather and hiked back with blue skies and the sun shining! Thank you very much!!
Laurence Jacqmain
5.00
March, 2020
Great day of touring in the amazing surroundings around Lake Louise - the vue and silky powder snow were worth the effort of climbing!
Henry James
5.00
February, 2020
I had such a great experience skiing backcountry for the first time! Jeff was an amazing guide and really helped us learn how to use backcountry equipment and avalanche gear. My only concern was that we were forced to change the date of our trip quite last minute and we were not given much information about the trip until only 1-2 days in advance. However, the trip itself was incredible! Thank you for such an amazing experience!
Kenjiro Tsubota
5.00
February, 2020
In my tour, Jeff Bullock was the coordinator and Tamara guided the tour. Jeff kept me informed in a timely manner. Tamara was cheerful and wonderful guide. I not only enjoyed back country skiing, I learned how to search buddies by avalanche beacon. In addition, I enjoyed conversation all through the way. Thank you you both very very much!
Jacobus
5.00
February, 2020
Absolutely exceeded expectations! Everyone had a great time with more than enough variety to satisfy everyone’s skill level. Would definitely recommend to anyone with an interest in getting started or progressing their ice climbing.
Kameron Fordyce
5.00
February, 2020
Guide was Aaron Enns, not Jeff Bullock.
Ville Vesterinen
5.00
February, 2020
Really enjoyed our time with our guide, Troy. 5/5 Experience! Highly recommend.
Peter O
5.00
August, 2019
Another great couple trips with Jeff (both multi-day mountaineering and a rock climbing outing). As always he's a great guide that's fun to spend time with and climb with safely and efficiently. Have been out with him many times and plan on many more.
Candice Ehresman
5.00
August, 2019
Our guide Phil was amazing! We went rock climbing with my 5 & 7 year old and he was very knowledgeable & encouraging while keeping their safety in mind. The kids learned a lot while having a great time. I would use their services again. It was awesome!!
Flo Silver
5.00
August, 2019
Good communication, great trip, excellent adventure. Guides worked hard to tailor the experience to suit skills and experience.
Laurentz De Witte
5.00
July, 2019
We went rock climbing in Sunshine Village with Phil. Great instructor! After getting us through all the basics of rock climbing we started the day with a quite easy climb. Through the day the difficulty increased which made it very challenging. We never felt unsafe and were very satisfied at the end! Perfect day! Would recommend it to everybody!!
Kymberley Hill
5.00
July, 2019
Highly, highly, highly recommended. If at all deliberating about getting out with Alpine Air Adventures: don’t. You will definitely not regret spending time with these guys, as this is far from your average “tour” experience; it’s pure bucket-list. Myself and a buddy recently spent the day with Jeff, and he was incredible - such a fantastic day. 2:1 guided rock climbing in Banff, and we loved every second. Jeff was patient (even with a complete novice like myself), and tailored our experience to exactly what we wanted, and the conditions of the day. Just ten minutes from meeting Jeff, I felt 100% comfortable, and knew I was in the most expert of hands. Jeff is incredibly patient and extremely knowledgeable, with a relaxed, super-friendly approach – not to mention an awesome sense of humour that makes it feel like you’re out on an adventure with a good friend. I could not recommend Jeff and AAA more. Amazing – can’t wait to go out with them again.
Jonathan DeMent
5.00
July, 2019
My guide was Christian from the same company (vs Jeff). I was thrilled with the service, friendliness, knowledge, and professionalism. We went to Sunshine Slab near Banff to sport climb for a half day. We managed to get a lot of memorable climbs in a short amount of time. I would gladly use these guys again.
Dov Gil-Har
5.00
August, 2018
Jeff was so kind to the kids, he encouraged and motivated our 12 y/o eldest, and was tolerant and patient with our 9 y/o young one. Extremely recommended for families. We had much fun on the Banff cliffs.
Aidas Aliosaitis
5.00
August, 2018
Guides was the best ones!!! Super stars:)
Samantha Reid
5.00
July, 2018
I had an incredible day with Alpine Airs intro to climbing! Our guide was fantastic and I felt comfortable the whole time! Pretty sure I’m addicted to rock climbing now!
Companion713185
5.00
July, 2018
Summitted mt. Athabasca with Jeff and it was an unbelievable experience. Breathtaking views and excellent coaching along the way
Aditya G
5.00
June, 2018
I have been on 3 summer solstice mountaineering trips with Jeff over the last 3 years and they have all been incredible experiences! 2016 : first time putting on crampons, using an ice axe etc, AAA guides were great instructors. Based on an evaluation of the weather and conditions we switched objectives from Athabasca to A2 and had an excellent trip despite the forecast. 2017: Climbed Athabasca with a couple from Manitoba who had never been to the Rockies. Jeff did a great job managing the different skill and fitness levels in the team! 2018: Got within 10 minutes of the summit of Mt Andromeda, turned around by a storm. Jeff and Monte struck the perfect balance between keeping the group safe and pushing towards the objective.
Group of 1 | CAD 356 Each |
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