How to start backcountry skiing and alpine touring?

“How to start backcountry skiing?” is not really a question that is asked a lot but it sums up the topic of the following article series very clearly. The information is intended for you guys that want to try backcountry skiing and alpine touring after reading or hearing about it, or watching it.

This article series should give you a good idea of how people usually become backcountry skiers and ski mountaineers. Of course, the progression paths vary for each one of us but in general this is what you need to know:

get involved
learn about backcountry safety
buy some backcountry and alpine touring gear
next level - touring in bigger terrain

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