Backcountry Ski Camp | Keely's Camp for Girls

Idaho Backcountry Ski Day Camp

DATES

Feb 18-20, 2023

LENGTH

3 Days

AGES

12-18 Years Old

*Email lindsay@keelyscamp.com if your daughter is 11 years old. We will assess her ability for this camp.

LOCATION

Stanley, ID
Sawtooth Mountains

COST & FORMS
$1,250.00

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1. Keely’s Camp Liability Release Waiver
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Idaho Backcountry Camp

*Please make sure to review our Covid 19 policy prior to registration. Thank you!

Details

Introduction to backcountry skiing and avalanche awareness education in the beautiful Sawtooth Mountain Range. The camp will include an all-female professional guide team, outdoor leadership, and education on backcountry fundamentals including:

Ski touring, how to use your equipment, uphill techniques, pacing, layering, and route selection.
Avalanche awareness including terrain management and basic companion rescue strategies.
Fun with the girls and an all-female staff, in a safe, fulfilling environment, where confident decision-making and teamwork are encouraged.
Pre-Camp zoom to start building our backcountry team and begin learning about the gear/ equipment for backcountry touring.

Equipment

Campers will have the option to use Keely’s Camp backcountry setup. Our setup includes Blizzard Zero G skis (length 157-164cm) with Marker King pin bindings and skis. Campers will need to bring their own backcountry ski boots.

Campers using Keely’s Camp backcountry setups please come to camp with ski boots compatible with Marker King Pin bindings. Any questions on equipment can be emailed to lindsay@keelyscamp.com.

Itinerary

Arrivals & Departures

2022 Idaho Backcountry Camp

March 24th – 4pm Parent Drop off/Checkin/Arrival to our base lodging in Stanley, ID
March 25-27th – Sawtooth Backcountry Ski Days *Expect full days in the field.
Final Day & Parent Pickup in Stanley, ID at 4pm – March 27th

Full Idaho Backcountry Ski Camp Schedule

Please email Lindsay Mann at lindsay@keelyscamp.com for ability questions.

FAQ

Safety Credentials of Keely’s Guides and Coaches

Wilderness First Responder/CPR
Avalanche Level 1, 2 & Pro 1 & 2 Education
AMGA Ski Guide Course
AMGA Certified Ski Guide
Extensive backcountry experience
Cumulative coaching experience of 20 years

Who is the Backcountry Ski Camp for?

Girls who are interested in learning avalanche and backcountry safety.
Girls who can ski a black diamond off piste and/or can ski all mountain terrain.
Girls who feel comfortable being outside hiking and have at least and average to more than average fitness (we will be skinning at least 3 miles and climbing 2,000 vertical feet per day).
Girls who have little, to no experience with backcountry equipment and backcountry touring.
Girls who are comfortable with changing weather conditions.
Girls who are excited to be out in the mountains.
Girls who are interested in outdoor leadership skills

*Email us at lindsay@keelyscamp.com about any ability questions

Arrivals & Departures

2022 Idaho Backcountry Camp Schedule

** Schedule is tentative and will be updated prior to camp based on weather conditions!**
Pre Camp Zoom / Orientation & Gear Check: TBD
February 18th 9am – 4 pm Touring on Galena Pass
February 19th 9 am – 4pm Touring on Galena Pass/ Banner Summit
February 20th 9am – 4pm Touring on Galena Pass/Banner Summit
** Parents should plan to caravan with Keely’s Camp guides each morning to trailhead for the day. Pickup will be at same trailhead as drop off. If this is an issue please contact lindsay@keelyscamp.com prior to camp!**

Idaho Backcountry Camp 2023 Schedule

Travel, Logistics, and Lodging

If flying to this camp the closest airports are Sun Valley (Hailey, Idaho), Twin Falls (Twin Falls, Idaho) or Boise (Boise, Idaho). During the camp we recommend staying in Stanley, ID.

Packing List

Please follow the checklist to the best of your ability. Traveling in the backcountry means efficient use of space and energy. For example, a heavy bag is harder to hike with making you fatigue faster. Please try to only bring the items suggested. The guides will be doing a gear check before leaving for the mountains each day. Thank you!

Avalanche Transceiver, shovel and probe can be provided if you do not have this gear. Please contact lindsay@keelyscamp.com if you need to borrow this gear.

*Helmets are required for this camp!

Backcountry Camp Packing List

What type of backcountry ski boots do you recommend?

We recommend trying the boots on and/or spending time walking around in these boots prior to coming to camp. Boots are an important part of equipment and we want to do our best to make sure the boots are comfortable for the girls during camp.

What is the guide to camper ratio?

Guide to Camper Ratio is 1:4. We have 8 camper spots available.

What if I don’t have a backcountry setup?

Keely’s Camp is partnered with Blizzard Skis sizes 157cm – 164cm, which are available for demo at no cost (skins included). If your daughter likes the backcountry set up they will be available for sale at the end of the camp. Please let us know if you would like to demo Blizzard skis ahead prior to the start of camp.

Backcountry ski boots are not included in our demo setups. Please rent or buy backcountry boots with tech soles if you plan to use our demo setup. These boots should be compatible with Marker King Pin bindings.

Do you celebrate birthdays at camp?

Let us know if your daughter has a birthday during the camp and we will pack something special for her!

Can I bring my phone to camp?

Keely’s Camp follows a ‘no phone camp policy.’ Your backcountry guides will have phones for safety & full communication to parents. We do our very best to document each camp through photos and videos. Thank you for following our no phone policy.

There is no wifi in the mountains, but you’ll find a better connection.

What is your Covid 19 Policy?

Keely’s Camp requires staff and athletes participating in Keely’s overnight camps to be vaccinated unless granted an exemption**. Federal public health and infectious disease experts continue to emphasize that vaccination is the most effective way to prevent the spread of COVID-19 for those eligible.

If your daughter is not eligible to be vaccinated prior to camp, Keely’s camp offers many day camp opportunities!

Please contact Lindsay from Keely’s Camp at lindsay@keelycamp.com with any questions.

** Keely’s camp will provide exemptions to this policy for medical and religious regions. For medical exemptions a note from a Medical Professional should be sent to Keely’s Camp prior to attending camp. For medical or religious exemptions please submit your explanation via email to lindsay@keelyscamp.com for us to review.

What fun activities can parents do while girls are in camp?

Contact Sawtooth Mountain Guides for a day of guided backcountry skiing/riding in the area.
Spend the day skiing/riding at Sun Valley Ski Resort or Dollar Mountain.
Nordic skiing. There are a plethora of trails in the area. Galena Lodge has some great nordic skiing options and good food!
Great article on 5 things you must do when visiting Stanley this winter!

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