Tours run daily from 9 AM to 3:30 PM.  A typical day consists of (times approximate):

8:30 AM – 9:00 AM	Meet at staging area, sign waivers, suit up
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM	Orientation: safety and equipment walkthrough
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM	Warm-up ride to allow participants to familiarize themselves with the equipment and local conditions
10:30 AM – Noon	Morning tour
Noon – 1:00 PM	Lunch at Apex Village or  Lunch in the backcountry (bring your own lunch)
1:00 PM – 3:30 PM	Afternoon tour
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM	Debriefing at staging area

Our knowledgably guides will customize your tour to take full advantage of local snow conditions and skill levels of the participants:

Novice Tour: 
Designed for those with limited or no riding experience, our novice tour provides participants with the full backcountry riding experience.  Our terrain allows the novice to summit local mountains with on-trail riding and low angle side-hilling and climbing.  Throughout the day your guide will provide instruction and opportunities to improve your skills and knowledge of the backcountry. 

Intermediate Tour:
Designed for those with sledding experience but limited backcountry riding, our intermediate tours include on and off-trail riding, side-hilling, and moderate ascents/descents.  Your guide will provide ample opportunity to practice advanced riding techniques without exposure to higher risk terrain.  To fully enjoy the day, participants should be of moderate to good fitness level.

Expert Tour:
Backcountry riding experience is a must, and an excellent fitness level is recommended.  Our expert tours let you experience everything this area has to offer: bowls, chutes, deep powder, rugged terrain, and amazing summits.  Rescue and Avi equipment (including beacon) is provided, although you are welcome to bring your own equipment.