Summary

Kootenay is based in the delightful British Columbia village of Nakusp , on the shores of Upper Arrow Lake, a convenient drive for people coming from Western Canada and the northwestern United States . Several staging points are used for access to the ski areas; vans are used to transport groups to the helicopters. The skiing is demanding at Kootenay and is for stronger, aggressive skiers only. Skiers should be physically fit and prepared to spend the whole day in the mountains, as the chance to fly back to the lodge during the day is rare.

3 and 4 day trips are offered along with a 7-day "Kootenay Powder Light" as the newest Heli-skiing experience. The essence of this program is summed up in four words, small, fast, maneuverable and flexible. Here you will ski in one of three groups of 5 skiers with a guide, supported by a Bell 407, six-passenger helicopter. The use of this light helicopter combined with small groups, will provide for quick lifts, lots of flexibility for skiing throughout the area and the ability to find interesting and challenging lines that may not work as well with larger groups.

Accommodations are at the Kuskanax and Tenderfoot Lodges in the center of Nakusp. Both lodges provide great service in an extraordinarily friendly and charming atmosphere.

Tenderfoot Lodge's double rooms all have private baths. Kuskanax Lodge features a bar-lounge area, restaurant, shop and massage. Guest capacity of 50.

• Guaranteed vertical meters of helicopter skiing or snowboarding (dependent upon length of stay)
• All meals, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages
• All lodge accommodations and use of lodge facilities such as saunas, whirlpools, etc.
• Fully escorted transportation to and from Calgary International Airport
• ACMG (Association of Canadian Mountain Guides), and/or IFMGA (International Federation of Mountain Guides Association) certified guides
• Use of Atomic Heli-Daddy skis and poles.
• NOTE: Limited snowboards are available and riders are encouraged to bring their own, as well as boots (and collapsible poles if possible). Boots are not provided.
• Training in and use of avalanche transceivers

1. Experience the exclusive "Powder Light"- 3 or 4 day skiing accessed with a Bell 407 six-passenger helicopter
2. Kootenay is reserved for strong and aggressive veteran back country skiers
3. Deep powder and incredible old growth forest tree skiing
4. Ski with the World originators of Heli Skiing