For those who love to earn their turns and explore the pristine, untouched beauty of the winter mountains, ski mountaineering (skialpinism) is an unparalleled adventure.

If you’re drawn to the challenge of uphill climbs and the reward of exhilarating descents, our club is ready to share the stoke!

Beyond the Lifts: Earn Your Turns 🌬️❄️

Ski mountaineering is about freedom – leaving the crowded pistes behind to discover untouched slopes and breathtaking views.

Throughout the winter, the Polimi Alpine Club organizes ski touring trips to explore the alpine backcountry. These excursions combine the physical challenge of uphill skinning with the joy of skiing down fresh snow in incredible settings.

Whether you’re an experienced ski tourer or curious to try, you’ll find a welcoming and knowledgeable group.

Learn & Grow: From Beginners to Avalanche Safety 🎓💡

Safety and skill are paramount in the backcountry. That’s why we’re committed to offering various opportunities for learning and development:

• Beginner Ski Touring Courses: For newcomers to the sport, we organize fundamental ski touring training sessions to teach you the basics of uphill travel, transitions, and safe downhill techniques.
• Essential Avalanche Training: Understanding avalanche safety is crucial. We offer basic avalanche awareness courses where we take our first steps with eager participants, covering essential concepts like terrain assessment, snowpack stability, and rescue techniques.

We believe in fostering a community where everyone can learn and progress safely in the mountains.

Festivals & Community Spirit 🎉🤝

We also love to connect with the wider ski touring community!

We proudly participate in events like the Skialp Fest Montespluga Madesimo https://homeland-explore.it/it/skialp-fest-montespluga-madesimo/, which is a fantastic opportunity to meet other enthusiasts, test new gear, and celebrate our shared passion for the sport.

Getting There 🚗

Reaching the best ski touring spots often means heading deep into the mountains, where public transport isn’t available in winter.

For our ski mountaineering trips, we therefore rely on members who have cars. Our fantastic community is usually happy to offer lifts, and it’s customary for passengers to chip in for fuel costs.

This allows us to access those incredible, untouched backcountry areas efficiently.

Stay Informed & Join Us! 📆💬

Keeping up with our ski mountaineering schedule is simple!

• Club Calendar: Check the dedicated calendar section on our website for all upcoming ski touring dates and details.
• Instagram Updates: Follow us on Instagram for inspiring photos and quick announcements about our next adventures.
• WhatsApp Group: For the most immediate updates and discussions, our WhatsApp group is the place to be! We post all new event announcements there, making it simple to RSVP and connect with fellow ski mountaineers. This is also where you can ask questions about gear, conditions, and planning.

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Ready to explore the silent, snowy peaks and experience the ultimate freedom of ski mountaineering? Join the Polimi Alpine Club and let’s break trail together!