MYRA SKI TOUR

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$245.00 / person

(at 4:1 ratio)
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Add-ons

Island Turns and Tours Guidebook $69.00

Save on postage and have this indispensable trip planning guide delivered to you at your course. With well over 500 Avalanche Terrain Exposure Scale rated Island tours, this guidebook allows you to apply the learning from your IAG/HVI course to doing real trips in the mountains.

Avi Kit Rental $25.00

Avalanche kit rental includes transceiver, shovel and probe. If you are bringing your own avi kit, this must include a modern, digital, 3-antenna transceiver, and a solid shovel and probe. If you do not have all three of these things then you must rent a kit from us to take part. Once purchased our rentals are non-refundable.

Ski Tak Hut Gear Rental Discount Code $0.00

25% off code for all Ski Tak Hut gear rentals (touring gear, snowshoes) for IAG course participants. We'll send you a code once signed up for your course.

IAG Cancellation Coverage $13.00

As per our Cancellation Policy, your trip or course is 100% non-refundable as of 30 days prior to the trip/course start date. Purchasing this add-on will allow you to cancel your trip/course within that 30 day time period for reasons of injury, illness or family emergency, and will provide you with a credit for the full value of your trip/course fee which can be used on any Island Alpine Guides or Hike Vancouver Island trip or course for up to one year from the start date of the trip/course originally booked. If needed, credits can be transferred to another person of your choice. We charge a $25 admin fee in these cases.

About


Mount Myra is a classic summit in the Southern Strathcona Park region and makes for an excellent ski destination. Explore rugged and beautiful terrain and wide-range of ski line options, all under the wing of an ACMG Ski Guide. 

*Please note that Mount Myra area has limited terrain suitable for elevated avalanche hazard and that if this is present on the dates the trip is scheduled, the guide may need to change the location of the trip to somewhere with terrain more suitable to conditions.

This trip can be done as a long day trip, or over two days. 

Included in the price:

  • 1 day with an ACMG guide

Not included in the price:

  • Transportation
  • Food
  • Accommodation
  • Personal equipment
  • Avi kit (available as an add-on)

Questions? Check out our FAQ page for details about our booking and cancellation policy, and other commonly asked questions.

Location


Mount Myra is located at the southern region of Strathcona Park.

Considerations for Mount Myra

  • Mount Myra area has limited terrain suitable for elevated avalanche hazard and that if this is present on the dates the trip is scheduled on, the guide may need to change the location of the trip to somewhere with terrain more suitable to conditions.
  • Trailhead is accessed by driving through Westmin Mine. Parking for Mount Myra is in the same lot as the Phillips Ridge/Arnica Lake Trailhead.
  • There is no cell service past Campbell River

Itinerary


A typical day begins at 08:30 and finishes around 17:00. Exact pace and route will depend on the group and the conditions of the day. Sandbag Lake is a typical camp spot for those who choose to do this trip over two days. 

Whether this trip is done as a one or two day trip will be noted in the booking tab with the corresponding date.

Exact meeting details will be provided one-week prior in a pre-trip email. 

Questions? Check out our FAQ page, or send us an email. 

Requirements


The following requirements are in place to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants. 

For participants who choose to complete Mount Myra in a day, we require the following: 

  • Advanced skier or boarder (able to ride blue/black diamond-equivalent runs comfortably and safely in natural conditions (powder, breakable crust, ect))
  • Good physical  fitness (ability to hike for 8 hours, covering 1500m of vertical gain while carrying a load of 7kg)
  • Ability to move at a moderate pace over technical terrain
  • Basic understanding of your gear, and any limitations 
  • Prepared to spend the day outside in variable conditions (please see gear list)
  • Are age 19+ (unless accompanied by your legal guardian)

For those who choose to do Mt Myra as an overnight trip, we require the following: 

  • Advanced skier or boarder (able to ride black diamond-equivalent runs comfortably and safely in natural conditions)
  • Good physical  fitness (ability to hike for 6  hours, covering 700m of vertical gain while carrying a load of 18kg)
  • Ability to move at a moderate pace over technical terrain
  • Basic understanding of your gear, and any limitations 
  • Prepared to spend the day outside in variable conditions (please see gear list)
  • 19+ (or accompanied by a parent or guardian) 

The choice between alpine touring skis, telemark skis or a splitboard is up to you. Choose a mode of transport you are most comfortable and competent with.

Questions? Check out our FAQ page, or send us an email. If you do not feel you meet these requirements, feel free to reach out – we are happy to set up private trips whenever possible. 

Gear List


The equipment list provided aims to prepare you to be comfortable in the field regardless of the weather. Please ensure that all your gear is functioning and in proper repair. If you have any questions, please send us an email: [email protected] 

Avalanche Safety Gear

These items are available as an add on “avalanche kit” when you book, or by request for $15

  • Avalanche Transceiver (must be a modern, digital three-antenna)*
  • Shovel: Collapsible aluminum shovel*
  • Probe: Normal length probe somewhere from 220cm to 320cm*

Hardware

  • Ski touring skis/board
  • Skins
  • Poles
  • Ski touring/snowboard boots
  • Day pack (30 - 40L, or whatever will fit your gear)

Clothing

  • Waterproof/breathable jacket and pants
  • Lightweight, breathable jacket and pants (for uphill skinning/climbing)
  • Insulated jacket (synthetic insulated jacket is strongly recommended)
  • Lightweight gloves for climbing/skinning 
  • Warm gloves
  • Warm hat
  • Balaclava or another type of neck warmer
  • Baselayers (top and bottom)

Other

  • Water (minimum 2L capacity)
  • Lunch and snacks (prepared ahead of time and consumable on the go) 
  • Sunglasses
  • Goggles
  • Sunscreen
  • Sun hat
  • Ski strap
  • Personal first aid (e.g. blister kit, medication)
  • Camera (optional)

If you are completing this as an overnight, please bring the following camping gear: 

Some of these items can be shared between contiguous groups

  • 4-season tent
  • Winter sleeping bag (warm to -15 depending on time of year and forecast)
  • Sleeping pad (something that gets you off the ground and is rated for winter)
  • Lighters/matches
  • Pot, stove and fuel (available as a “cook kit” add-on)
  • Food and snacks (please note that all lunches should be ready-to-eat, and will likely be consumed on the go). For tasty, nutritous and locally pre-made meals check out https://wildedgeketo.com/
  • Bowl, cutlery, thermos
  • Camp booties or shoes
  • Small general repair kit (e.g. for bindings, thermarest, stove, tent. Bring any parts specific to your bindings/equipment)
  • Personal toiletries (keep to minimum)
  • Headlamp
  • Water purification 
  • Hand sanitizer
  • 1 dinner, 2 lunches, 1 breakfast

Your guide will bring communication and emergency devices and gear, a group first aid and repair kit, but you are welcome to bring these items as well.

Rentals


Avalanche Kit: We offer rental transceivers, shovels and probes as an add-on kit when you book or by request pre-trip. If you do not have your own modern, digital, three antenna transceiver, collapsible shovel, and/or probe - please request a rental kit prior to your course/trip. 

Touring Gear: 'Ski Tak Hut' in Courtenay (https://www.skitakhut.com/pages/rentals) offers backcountry ski and splitboard rentals. Clients on IAG courses and trips are eligible to receive a unique 25% discount code towards their gear rentals from Ski Tak Hut - for the duration of their course/trip with us. These discount codes are distributed directly by IAG to our clients upon request. Rentals from Ski Tak Hut can be ordered online using the unique discount code. Note you will be asked to show the booking confirmation you received from us when you pick up your gear.

Winter 4x4 Vehicle(s): 'Far Out Wilderness' (https://faroutwilderness.com/ski-tours-winter-4x4/) is a 4x4 vehicle rental service in Victoria that offers clients access to a fleet of rugged, reliable, and fully-equipped vehicles designed to conquer the most challenging winter terrain. Their vehicles come with snow tires with the 3 peak mountain symbol, chains, and ski racks. They also provide emergency equipment, including SOS, SPOT messenger systems, GPS, tire pump, toe rope, tire pressure gauge, a map to BC's backcountry roads, and a first aid kit. Everything you need to get safely to the ski slopes! Upon request, IAG clients can receive a 5% discount code towards their rentals from 'Far Out Wilderness'.

Questions? Check out our FAQ page for information about gear fitting, rentals, add ons, and other commonly asked questions, or send us an email.

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