three meters offresh snow
You read that right. A snowstorm recently swept over Chile, bringing up to three meters of fresh snow in some regions. This amount amazes even experienced backcountry enthusiasts. Enough to take a closer look at winters in Chile.
winter in the land of volcanoes
While summer is drawing to a close here, conditions in Chile are currently perfect for backcountry skiing. Volcanoes blanketed in deep snow, endless slopes, and hardly a line in the snow — the Andes are offering exactly what many backcountry skiiers are dreaming of. No wonder, then, that the region is becoming increasingly popular among backcountry enthusiasts around the globe.
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out with local mountain guides
Eduardo Retamales is a professional certified mountain guide of the National Association of Mountain Guides of Chile (Asociación Nacional de Guías de Montaña de Chile – ANGM). For many years, he has regularly led tours through the Chilean Andes, specializing in alpine climbing, rock climbing, backcountry skiing, and mountaineering.
With his experience and passion for the mountains, people from all over the world can experience the breathtaking world of alpine activities up close — safely, professionally, and with the necessary understanding of the region’s unique conditions.
Eduardo is on Fritschi athlete of many others around the globe. We collaborate with experienced mountain guides and mountaineering schools who share their passion for the mountains. From Chile, through the Rockies, across Europe, all the way to New Zealand. We’re proud to be a part of these adventures through our longterm partnerships.
Instagram: Eduardo Retamales
In our next newsletter, we'll introduce you to our partner mountaineering school in New Zealand — stay tuned!
Stay fit ep 2 - balance excercises
Together with the Association of German Mountain and Ski Guides, we introduced you to our new “Stay-Fit” program. Now it’s time to take it further. Staying fit pays off — and not just in winter. That’s why we’ll regularly show you simple exercises that you can easily do by yourself. Doing this, you can start laying the foundation now for the upcoming winter season, whether you’re on the slopes, backcountry skiing, mountaineering, or snowshoeing.
Check out the second episode on our Instagram channel — more will follow.
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