Students say about their lodge-based AST 2++ experience:

“The lodge allows for the complete immersion in everything involved in backcountry skiing. Keith’s experience and passion in his field shines through this program and creates a supportive environment that pushes his students to be the best they can be.”

“My two trips to Hilda with Keith are among the best ski, outdoor education, and now I can say, culinary experiences of my life. Learning how to travel safely and also have fun in terrain as complex and immense as Hilda has been transformative.”

“The AST2++ course allows for an experience like no other. Not only do you get the AST2 course but additional days to put the skills to practice. The location allows you to challenge yourself with critical decision making. Being at the hut creates an immersive experience with past students and other passionate backcountry travellers. The whole trip will change your perspective on what is possible on your own two feet.”

“The excellence of Keith’s program is demonstrated by the number of graduates who return to experience continued learning, and by graduates who bring their children to develop their own knowledge and awareness in the backcountry.”

“Keith’s AST2+ course empowers skiers to travel through the mountains with confidence in their ability to understand the risks and consequences that backcountry travel presents. The immersive experience of the lodge-based trip allows for ample time for in-depth conversations and in-field learning-by-doing experiences. The terrain around the hut is not only amazing to ski, but challenges skiers of all abilities in their backcountry travel decisions.”