How Do You Choose Companions For A Heli-Skiing Trip?
Pick people with equal skiing or boarding ability so you can stick together in the same group. But, more importantly, pick people who like you and are likely to dig fast if you’re buried in a tree well. Ski or snowboard with your friends at a regular resort. Ask yourself if, at the end of the day, everyone enjoyed themselves. Watch for weak links in your group. If a person is struggling on groomed intermediate slopes, you can bet he or she will struggle in powder. Eat lots of meals and take long car rides with prospective heli-ski buddies. Ask yourself if you want to kill anyone when your dinner or voyage is over. Seek out funny and fun-loving people. Heli-skiing provides plenty of opportunities for self-entertainment. Talk with people about what you want to get out of your trip. Are you looking for maximum vertical footage, big airs, tight trees, wide-open glaciers or relaxing scenery?
