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- View
of the Bugaboos lodge. Even in April ther's a lot of snow...
Heliski at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada.
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- All helicopters
are rigorously maintained - each lodge has its own engineer -
and the pilots are highly experienced.
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- Heli-Skiing,
invented and refined for 35 years by CMH, is a skier's dream:
Vast virgin slopes of fresh white powder snow, no crowded lift
lines...
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- Heli-Boarders
need to be accomplished, experienced riders with at least 80
days of experience who are able to handle any backcountry conditions
including treed terrain.
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- At all
12 areas a snow safety guide gathers detailed information about
the snow and terrain on a daily basis to help facilitate more
informed decisions by the guiding team.
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- Mountain
Guide and Ski Instructor, Rober Geber is born in Bavaria Germany
and was one of the first guide to work with Hans Gmoser in 1965.
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- CMH's
twelve distinct ski areas in the remote, wilderness mountains
of British Columbia cover 15,765 square kilometres.
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- Basic
skiing techniques like up-stem turns are crucial for a successful
transition to deep snow skiing and, more importantly, for succeeding
when conditions turn difficult.
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- Roko
Koell is a fourth-generation mountain and ski guide from the
alpine village of Matrei in Austria's East Tyrol. Roko is the
Director of the CMH Powder Introduction Programs.
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- Roko
Koell is a fourth-generation mountain and ski guide from the
alpine village of Matrei in Austria's East Tyrol. Roko is the
Director of the CMH Powder Introduction Programs.
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- With
the right attitude and the keenness to learn a few technical
tips, any strong intermediate skier who has skied 20-30 days
per season for several recent seasons.
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- Pilots
are highly capable, experienced, and specially trained in the
mountain environment. Heliski at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays
Bugaboos lodge Canada.
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- This
is a jet-powered Bell 212, twin-engine eleven-passenger craft.
CMH also use Bell 407, Bell 206L3, and Bell 206B helicopters
for smaller groups and special flights.
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- Heli-Skiing
is not suited to beginner level skiers, and it's not the place
to start skiing again after several years of inaction.
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- CMH has
developed a comprehensive snow and avalanche management system.
This includes procedures for collecting weather and snow information,
evaluating snowpack stability.
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- All helicopters
are equipped with modified skid gear to land on snow, a side
basket with lid to carry skis, and radios to ensure continuous
communication between pilot, guides, the base lodge.
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- Mountain
Guide and Ski Instructor, Rober Geber is born in Bavaria Germany
and was one of the first guide to work with Hans Gmoser in 1965.
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- Mountain
Guide and Ski Instructor, Rober Geber is born in Bavaria Germany
and was one of the first guide to work with Hans Gmoser in 1965.
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- Heli-Ski
guiding is different from other types of mountain guiding. Given
the complexity of snow, and the vast wilderness areas rapidly
accessible by the heli.
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- If you
are a strong, very experienced skier, able to ski in control
on all types of terrain and snow conditions (not necessarily
powder), then you are ready for Heli-Skiing.
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- All guides
are dedicated professionals and certified members of internationally
recognized guides associations.
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- Heli-Skiing,
invented and refined for 35 years by CMH, is a skier's dream:
Vast virgin slopes of fresh white powder snow, no crowded lift
lines, no rutted slopes, no tinselly advertising just long, free,
joyous runs.
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- Conditions
and terrain can vary widely, from spacious open glaciers with
moderate pitches to steep tree skiing. Snow conditions can range
from light, fluffy, boot-top powder to wind-affected crust, heavy
crud...
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- Conditions
and terrain can vary widely, from spacious open glaciers with
moderate pitches to steep tree skiing. Snow conditions can range
from light, fluffy, boot-top powder to wind-affected crust, heavy
crud...
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- Conditions
and terrain can vary widely, from spacious open glaciers with
moderate pitches to steep tree skiing. Snow conditions can range
from light, fluffy, boot-top powder to wind-affected crust, heavy
crud...
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- If you
are a strong, very experienced skier, able to ski in control
on all types of terrain and snow conditions (not necessarily
powder), then you are ready for Heli-Skiing.
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- Heli-Skiing
is not for beginner, novice, or weak intermediate skiers. You
must be a strong intermediate or advanced skier. Heliski at CMH
Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada.
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- All groups
ski in the same general area, with their guide choosing terrain
which best suits the group. In good weather you will have a picnic
lunch outside.
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- Dave
Cochrane. IFMGA Mountain Guide and Manager, Bugaboos. Dave studied
physical geography in his hometown of Montreal, PQ. He moved
to Western Canada in 1976 and obtained his full guide status.
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- Dave
Cochrane. IFMGA Mountain Guide and Manager, Bugaboos. Dave studied
physical geography in his hometown of Montreal, PQ.
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- All staff
members are briefed on rescue plans for emergency situations.
Heliski at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada.
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- Guides
carry an equipment pack which enables them to handle most accidents
on the spot. Helicopters can usually land close to the injured
skier for immediate evacuation.
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- Guides
and pilots are trained to optimize the safety and quality of
the program, but the risks inherent in Heli-Skiing cannot be
completely eliminated.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Skis
and poles are provided. One of the biggest breakthroughs in the
Heli-Skiing industry is the evolution of "fat skis.
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- Skis
and poles are provided. One of the biggest breakthroughs in the
Heli-Skiing industry is the evolution of "fat skis.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- The twelve
different CMH areas offer a far greater variety of skiing terrain
and exposure than all other Heli-Skiing operations combined.
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- Roko
Koell is a fourth-generation mountain and ski guide from the
alpine village of Matrei in Austria's East Tyrol.
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- Runs
vary in length from 500 to 2,100 vertical metres and are in the
most beautiful mountain country imaginable.
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- All feature
twin/double rooms with private bath (with some single rooms available)
and amenities such as saunas, whirlpools, relaxation massage
services, and exercise equipment.
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- Each
winter CMH employs over 105 Mountain Guides. They are active
mountaineers from the major alpine nations of the world.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- On most
weeks there is a mixture of conditions, so skiers need to be
experienced and capable of handling very difficult conditions.
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- On most
weeks there is a mixture of conditions, so skiers need to be
experienced and capable of handling very difficult conditions.
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- Each
morning, before breakfast, we conduct an optional stretching
session. Stretching will help to prevent injury while skiing
and is highly recommended.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heli-Skiing,
invented and refined for 35 years by CMH, is a skier's dream:
Vast virgin slopes of fresh white powder snow, no crowded lift
lines...
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- Pilots
are highly capable, experienced, and specially trained in the
mountain environment. Heliski at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays.
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- Heliski
at CMH Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboos lodge Canada. Ski
and snowboard pictures by : Vibert / Actionreporter.com.
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- All feature
twin/double rooms with private bath (with some single rooms available)
and amenities such as saunas, whirlpools, relaxation massage
services.
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- All feature
twin/double rooms with private bath (with some single rooms available)
and amenities such as saunas, whirlpools, relaxation massage
services, and exercise equipment.
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- All feature
twin/double rooms with private bath (with some single rooms available)
and amenities such as saunas, whirlpools, relaxation massage
services, and exercise equipment.
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- All feature
twin/double rooms with private bath (with some single rooms available)
and amenities such as saunas, whirlpools, relaxation massage
services, and exercise equipment.
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- All feature
twin/double rooms with private bath (with some single rooms available)
and amenities such as saunas, whirlpools, relaxation massage
services, and exercise equipment.
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- All feature
twin/double rooms with private bath (with some single rooms available)
and amenities such as saunas, whirlpools, relaxation massage
services, and exercise equipment.
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- All feature
twin/double rooms with private bath (with some single rooms available)
and amenities such as saunas, whirlpools, relaxation massage
services, and exercise equipment.
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- All feature
twin/double rooms with private bath (with some single rooms available)
and amenities such as saunas, whirlpools, relaxation massage
services, and exercise equipment.
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- All feature
twin/double rooms with private bath (with some single rooms available)
and amenities such as saunas, whirlpools, relaxation massage
services, and exercise equipment.
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- First
day : group instruction and practice in the use of the Avalanche
Radio Transceivers, which everyone must wear while skiing.
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- First
day : group instruction and practice in the use of the Avalanche
Radio Transceivers, which everyone must wear while skiing.
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- All feature
twin/double rooms with private bath (with some single rooms available)
and amenities such as saunas, whirlpools, relaxation massage
services, and exercise equipment.
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- All feature
twin/double rooms with private bath (with some single rooms available)
and amenities such as saunas, whirlpools, relaxation massage
services, and exercise equipment.
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- Learning
about the security rules of heliskiing. Brian the CMH pilote
teach us what to do or not to do when climbing in the aircraft.
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- Learning
about the security rules of heliskiing. Brian the CMH pilote
teach us what to do or not to do when climbing in the aircraft.
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- Arriving
in the Lodge and discover the view from the terrasse on the Bugaboos
glacier ! In 1965 CMH inaugurated Heli-Skiing in the spectacular
granite spires of the Bugaboo Mountains.
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