Did you know that we take back gear that isn’t being used, and repurpose it with the same obsessive design that built it, to extend its active life beyond one adventure or user. For the duration of the Arc'teryx Backcountry Academy we are offering a 30% trade in value on your eligible products.
Ski gear from last season you meant to get repaired before winter starts again? Now is your chance. We will have members of our Arc'teryx aftersales team on site doing care and repair and product assessments.
Our friends at RUX are offering a free gear locker opportunity to all clinic participants at check-in. We recommend that you walk down to the conference centre in your comfiest runners (instead of your ski boots) and leave them with RUX for the day. They’ll be kept safe by the RUX team and our onsite security while you’re out on your clinic. You’ll be able to pick-up your gear from the RUX tent during our Vendor Village Happy Hour on Friday, Feb 23rd & Saturday, Feb 24th or in the conference centre foyer if your clinic is on Thursday, Feb 22nd or Sunday, Feb 25th.
Emily Buck writes personal poetry on her typewriter, offering an interactive and fun way to connect through art.
Her custom creations inspire smiles, laughter and even tears (the good kind). You might ask for a poem about your relationship, your family, favourite things or even a beloved pet. Whatever you choose, you will be surprised at the unique results and have a memory to take home or share as a gift for another.
When not writing, you can find Emily supporting children and adults as a Resonant Healing Coach and Yoga Teacher and enjoying the beautiful nature in Squamish, BC.
The key ingredient in Arc'teryx products, we're excited to have GORE-TEX onsite at the Backcountry Academy showcasing their technical fabric solutions. Learn about how GORE is not only found in your waterproof jacket, but is used in aerospace, life sciences and beyond. From rain rooms, to fabric ultrasounds, GORE-TEX is sure to have one of the most unique activations onsite!
From the piste to the powder, distant backcountry peaks to local Nordic tracks, Atomic exists to drive skiing forward. Founded in 1955, Atomic makes the world’s finest winter sports equipment. For over 65 years, our products have helped redefine the skiing experience for skiers of all levels, from beginners taking their first turns to the greatest athletes pushing their boundaries at the very top of the sport.
We are excited to have the renowned outdoor gear brand, Anon, joined as a sponsor for the first time. With a reputation for innovative and high-performance products, Anon's involvement adds a thrilling dimension to the event. Attendees can now look forward to firsthand experiences with Anon's cutting-edge gear, as the brand plans to showcase their latest products through on-site demos and product education.
Guests have the opportunity to buy a limited-edition POW x YETI mug and receive a complimentary drink ticket with each purchase. It's a fantastic way to enjoy a happy hour beverage while supporting a cause that matters. Every cent from the sales will directly benefit POW (Protect Our Winters), contributing to their vital efforts in environmental advocacy.
Reignite your taste buds with the latest collaboration beer, proudly crafted in partnership with Coast Mountain Brewing. Introducing "The Yardsale Yeti," a Hazy Pale Ale boasting a delightful passionfruit finish. Head over to the Whistler Conference Centre and savor this limited-edition brew while supplies last!
We have a jam-packed line up of Academy Preparation Series events coming your way! Experience the power of community in your backyard - from a women's backcountry snowboarding panel with Arc'teryx ambassadors and athletes to avalanche safety tips and an Academy beer launch party with our friends at Coast Mountain Brewing, we guarantee there's something for everyone to keep you stoked on snow season.
Avalanche Canada's educational activation provides an immersive experience, offering attendees engaging insights into avalanche safety. Through a dynamic blend of theory, hands-on activities, and real-life case studies, participants gain a deep understanding of avalanche dynamics, terrain assessment, and risk mitigation strategies. This initiative aims not just to raise awareness but to empower individuals with practical skills, fostering a culture of safety and responsibility in the backcountry.
For any inquiries regarding the Arc’teryx Backcountry Academy, please contact backcountryacademy@arcteryx.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
The Arc’teryx Backcountry Academy Team
Æther 5 is a short visual journey of self discovery featuring the snowboarding of Spencer O’Brien. Allowing her mind to tune into the pace of the world around her, she blurs the line between reality and the ethereal. It is an exploration of the ancient concept of æther, the fifth element. The space between matter - a place where light stands still. As a tribute to this theme, every frame on screen was captured directly in-camera, unaltered.
To most skiers in British Columbia, Ts’zil (Mount Currie) is a true gem. The gorgeous mountain looms high above Pemberton and is home to many stories of skiers and snowboarders pushing themselves on the classic lines of its Northwest Face. But while Ts’zil is the backdrop to life in the valley, it’s easy to forget that the history of Ts’zil goes much deeper than what's been skied or snowboarded.
“Slides on the Mountain” follows Talon (17) and Riki (15), two brothers from the Lil’wat Nation, as they decide to ski Ts’zil and set off to learn the skills they need to ride the mountain safely. Their unique personalities shine as we follow them through the winter. Lil'wat elders also shed light on why it's so significant for Lil’wat youth to be able to experience the mountains so deeply entrenched in their culture.
Chief Ian Campbell is a hereditary Chief of the Squamish Nation. He served 16 years as an Elected Councillor and 22 years as a Lead Negotiator for the Squamish Nation. Chief Campbell was instrumental in establishing the Squamish Nations independent environmental assessment of the Woodfibre LNG project, which yielded 25 legally binding environmental conditions and an impact benefit agreement that allows the Squamish Nation to participate as partners for the life of the project. Chief Campbell was also involved in forestry acquisitions, 9 clean energy projects, ski hill development, and major land acquisitions forming substantive partnerships and investments. Chief Campbell has an MBA from Simon Fraser University and is the proud father of four beautiful children.
Tom Peiffer and Eric Carter are both world-class competitive skiers—but in completely opposite disciplines of skiing: Eric is a former US National Team skimo race athlete, and Tom is a former Freeride World Tour competitor. And yet, as they have progressed beyond competition in their respective disciplines, their paths have converged.As they set out together in search of rarely skied descents, they find strength in their differences, and come to understand that there’s more to a successful partnership in big terrain than meets the eye.
In today’s era of outdoor adventure sports where social media followers, engagement and ‘likes’ have shaped the industry, an important question remains unanswered: If a snowboarder rides a steep, exposed line in the Whistler backcountry and no one sees it or hears it, did it really happen? Joe Lax would put this age-old philosophical debate to rest— “Who cares”?
A 44-year-old Pemberton local, Lax has created a life defined by snowboarding, family and wildfire. Despite his accolades in the mountains, leaving his mark on the iconic lines of British Columbia that have defined an industry, you’ve likely never heard of him. And he’s happy to keep it that way.
From rubbish to resource, a tent was assembled from 137 unrepairable jackets. The kaleidoscope of colour is a creation from material well used and deserving of more life. Exploring the possibilities of circularity, Michelle Parker, Elena Hight, Spencer O’Brien, Lucy Sackbauer, Robin Van Gyn, and Tatum Monod take the tent on a winter journey in its new form, creating their own memories and moments with its walls.
