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Alaska Ski Touring, Heli-Touring, Heli Skiing

Valdez, Alaska, United States

Mar-Apr

Valdez, Alaska — and especially Thompson Pass — is one of the world’s premier destinations for ski touring. Known as the birthplace of heli‑skiing, this region offers an unparalleled combination of big-mountain terrain, deep snow, and legendary Alaskan ski culture. One of the best ways to experience it all is to come prepared for the full spectrum: human‑powered touring, heli‑assisted touring, and full heli‑ski days when the mountains open up for us.

This private trip with your closest ski partners is uniquely flexible and built around one goal: No Down Days. Brenton has been running this trip for more than ten years, and the formula is simple—stay adaptable so we ski every single day. When visibility is low, we tour. When the legs are feeling worked, we grab an assist to maximize vertical while still exploring on foot. And when the skies clear and the big lines are ready, we jump into an A‑Star with Pulseline Adventure for one or two unforgettable days of heli‑skiing in Alaska.

This is a fully customizable experience shaped around your goals and your group. You’ll spend the week immersed in Alaska’s ski culture, chasing the best conditions, and embracing the “No Down Days” approach from start to finish. If you don’t already have a group, reach out — we may have an existing trip you can join. Rates are based on how many times we use a heli drop or heli ski days. Please inquire if you have any questions.

Brenton's recommended gear

Ski Mountaineering and Glacier Travel

These kits includes what you would need for a day of ski mountaineering or ski trip with glacier travel.

Petzl

Petzl Ride Ice Axe

Petzl

Petzl Altitude Harness

Petzl

Petzl Leopard LLF Crampons

Sterling Rope

Power Rope - 7mm

Petzl

Petzl Attache Screw-Lock Carabiner

Petzl

Petzl Sirocco Helmet White Medium/Large

Petzl

Petzl ST'ANNEAU Sling

Smith

Smith Summit MIPS Helmet

Petzl

Petzl Micro Traxion Pulley

Petzl

Petzl Reverso Belay Device

Teton Backcountry Skiing

This gear list is for skiers and riders looking too lay trenches with BR in the Tetons, travel to Alaska or Finnmark. Ski Mountaineering and Glacier Travel items are included.