Ski training, instruction, adventure, backcountry skiing, trips, vacation, Lake Tahoe, California

NASTC WHISTLER-BLACKCOMB, BC, CANADA
Dial in your technique and get ready for the ski season as you explore Whistler/Blackcomb's massive terrain! This is an opportunity to get in some early season powder turns and start logging vertical before most ski resorts open. NASTC's handpicked trainers will help you build a stronger technical platform, guide you through the miles of skiing available in British Columbia's premier resort and get your fired up for your best season yet! Trip dates: November 26 to December 4, 2010 Price: $3495 - double occupancy (upgrades are available) (or $2330 without lodging) Includes: ground transportation, 8 nights lodging, 6 days of instruction with video reviews and tech talks, 7 days of lift tickets, breakfast daily, and 1 dinner Levels: 6-9 Equipment Suggestions: All mountain carver 50% Off Piste
Sample Daily Schedule: 7:30am - Stretching and Warm-up 8:15am - Breakfast - coffee, tea, cocoa and a delicious and hearty spread 9:00am - Head out to the lift and begin your on-hill ski training. 12:30pm - Lunch break at one of the many mid-mountain dining selections 1:30pm - Back out for more on-hill training and video session 3:30pm - Cool down and wrap up 4:00pm - Hit the apres ski scene or go back to the hotel 5:00pm - Video Review 6:30pm - Dinner
"I never laughed so hard huring a day of skiing like I did on this trip" Jim, AK "I really enjoyed the instruction and the individual focus on each person's specific goals." Nancy, CA PACKING LIST: Alpine skis, boots, and poles Helmet (recommended, but not required) Several pairs of underwear & ski socks (wool/polypropylene blend or polypro socks best) Top and bottom long underwear (silk or polypro) 2-3 turtlenecks (polypro best) Fleece layer, top and bottom One or two pairs gortex or other water/wind proof material outer ski pants Gortex or other water/wind proof material ski jacket Spring and winter gloves (2 pair, waterproof) Warm hat, baseball cap, headband, facemask, and neck warmer Goggles and sunglasses w/leashes (2 pair goggles if you have them) Boot Dryer, Cat Tracks Evening clothes: pants, collared shirts, sweaters, shoes, sweats, slippers Toiletries, including sunscreen & chapstick with SPF, soap & shampoo, aspirin, body lotion All Optional: ski tuning equipment, day pack, water bottle, altimeter watch, camera, pen & notebook, alarm clock