Whistler Heli Skiing Area – Recommended Etiquette during the Trip and on the Slopes
By: Fabiola Grosshan
Submitted: 2010-12-03 02:33:07 | Word Count: 591
A Few Words about the Whistler Region
Just a few miles away from North America’s top rated ski resort lays a wide spreading high-alpine territory that makes the delight of every enthusiastic skier or boarder out there. This heli ski Canada area comprises multiple different zones, each with an approximate area of 80 x 50 km. The huge variety of slopes and ski runs found here caters to the needs, requirements and expectations of skiers and boarders of all levels, but especially to advanced skiers/ boarders with a strong taste for adventure.
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According to many of those who have embarked on this kind of journey more than once, Whistler heli skiing is a life changing experience that crawls up on you and makes you want to keep coming back for more. And thanks to the impressively large array of ski slopes available in the area, every trip is unique in its own right, even if you stick by the same heli skiing BC Canada operator every year.
The Do’s and Don’ts of Whistler Heli Skiing
To stay away from dangers and make the most of your heli skiing BC Canada trip in the Whistler region, always pay attention to your heli skiing operators, pilots and guides, and follow their advice closely. As far as group etiquette is concerned, it’s common sense to show respect to others and, depending on the case, lend a hand in carrying any extra equipment, and rotate who goes first on each run. Also, try to keep pace with the group and avoid breaking the rhythm imposed by the guides.
If you want to maintain good speed even in the deepest powder, stay out of the flats as much as possible. Also, keep your eyes peeled for hidden obstacles to prevent accidents – this is especially difficult at high speeds and in low-visibility conditions, so tone it down a little if you are having trouble discerning what’s ahead of you. If the weather is clear though and the guides give you the green light in doing so, don’t hesitate to take advantage of natural features like berms, banks, lips, bowls and chutes. After all, these are some of the best parts of your heli skiing BC Canada trip, so it would be a pity to miss out on them.
Tips for Boarding and Unboarding the Helicopter
To prevent accidents, always stop a safe distance away from your helicopter and remove your gear before boarding it. Additionally, avoid walking around the rear of the main cabin door to prevent being hit if the helicopter moves unexpectedly. Be gentle when opening the helicopter door, as it is designed to be lightweight, be careful not to kick the outside frame as you climb in, and lastly, don’t forget to buckle your seatbelt before takeoff.
As long as you consider the pointers provided here and follow your guides’ advice religiously, you should not only be a lot safer on your heli skiing BC Canada trip, but also be able to take your adventure to the next level without stepping any of those around you on their toes. Heli skiing is a group activity whose success largely depends on group homogeneity and discipline, so keep your ego at bay and avoid flaunting/ bragging about your skills too much. Nobody likes a show-off, you know!
