Chugach Powder Guides
Over 3,000 rivers, 100,000 glaciers and 39 of the world’s most significant mountain ranges dominate Alaska’s landscape. We haven’t tried all of them. But we can certainly say we know the best. Worldwide, we’re known for creative itineraries that combine drama with decadence and top-shelf customer service. Every year we continue to add to our selection of personalized packages by exploring the state in search of another good story just waiting to be told. Come join us.
Whatever your interests are, Chugach Adventure Guides will show you the Alaska most people never see. Heli-skiing, snowboarding, rafting, fishing, snowcat treks, and premier lodging—Chugach Adventure Guides designs trips that are diverse, accommodating and always put your safety first.
Chugach Adventure Guides (CAG) helicopter operation was founded as Chugach Powder Guides (CPG) in 1997. Alaska was just becoming known on the world scene as a recognized destination for backcountry ski terrain. While the media grabbed onto the hard adventure hype surrounding events like the World Extreme Skiing Championships, we knew the Chugach Range wasn’t just for adrenaline junkies. Since then, CPG helicopters have opened up the finest backcountry skiing and boarding in the world, flying guests to adventures that are suitable for all skill levels. We have cataloged over 500 runs and thousands of landings between the pioneering of the Tordrillos and the Chugach. Today, this indescribable terrain and our stellar reputation bring ski and snowboard enthusiasts from around the world to experience mountain adventures that are exclusive to Alaska.
Our terrain and reputation have bought the finest backcountry guides in North America to our door. Being skiers first and foremost, CPG understands that if our clients come all the way to Alaska, it is imperative that they ski or ride no matter what. With this in mind, we developed our snowcat skiing terrain for no-fly days and have fostered a cooperative relationship with Alyeska Resort to assure that you ski or board no matter what, without compromising our safety standards.
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| Group Sizes |
1 to 40 people
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| Durations |
1 to 8 days
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| Required Skill Level |
Open to All
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| Required Equipment |
Optional
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| Targeted Activities |
Heli Skiing/Snowboarding, Skiing, Snowboarding |
| Our Certificatons |
Chugach Adventure Guides is proud of our highly-trained, professional guides and pilots. Our goal is to make your skiing experience as exciting, safe and memorable as possible. Our guides are respected for their experience in avalanche forecasting, first-aid and mountain rescue. The core guide staff spends the entire winter season in Girdwood and watches the snowpack develop from the first major snowfall to the final days of spring. Our lead guides have participated in/or pioneered the development of formal avalanche safety programs for ski areas, highways and private industry as well as teaching avalanche safety. Members of our guide staff have directed and/or worked for snow safety departments at locations such as Alta, Alpine Meadows, Squaw Valley and Alyeska Resort. |
Group Types |
Private |
Groups |
Kids/Youth |
Elderly |
Workshops/Seminars |
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Ski & Snowboard Styles |
FreeStyle Boarding |
Cross-country Skiing |
Alpine Skiing |
FreeRide Boarding |
Telemark Skiing |
Carve Skiing |
FreeCarve Boarding |
FreeStyle Skiing |
Speed Skiing |
Kite Snowboarding |
Ski Jumping |
Heli/Cat |
Off Piste |
HalfPipe |
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| Meals |
Not Applicable
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| Local Transport |
Included
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| Insurance |
Not Included
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| Additional |
2006 HELI-SKI WEEK PACKAGE #1 Arrive Saturday, ski Sunday - Saturday, depart Sunday 8 night accommodations at The Alyeska Prince Hotel 100,000 vertical ft of helicopter skiing (80,000 vertical ft guaranteed) Deluxe lodging at The Alyeska Prince Hotel Round-trip transportation from Anchorage International Airport Option to purchase guaranteed seat on snowcat for no-fly days Use of Tracker avalanche transceiver
2006 HELI-SKI WEEK PACKAGE #2
Arrive Sunday, ski Monday - Friday, depart Saturday 6 night accommodations at The Alyeska Prince Hotel 60,000 vertical ft of helicopter skiing (50,000 vertical ft guaranteed) Deluxe lodging at The Alyeska Prince Hotel Round-trip transportation from Anchorage International Airport Option to purchase guaranteed seat on snowcat for no-fly days Use of Tracker avalanche transceiver Full Day Heliskiing Look forward to skiing pristine peaks with astounding views of the Chugach. This package, which includes lunch, offers 6 - 7 runs with vertical of 16,000 - 20,000 vertical feet (4,800 - 6,000 m). When conditions allow, we may operate as a traveling tour, traversing 20-30 miles of the Chugach Range.
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