HIKING
Why go hiking?
Because it's the best way to break free from the routine and become a modern explorer ! Imagine climbing a mountain and reaching a summit with a breathtaking view. Hiking is the perfect mix of adventure, exercise, and nature. You can discover incredible landscapes, spot wildlife, and even find treasures like wild berries or hidden spots. So, put on your hiking boots, take a deep breath, and let the mountain reveal all its secrets, guided by an experienced Evolution 2 guide who will share all the secrets of the mountain with you.
Why hire a guide for hiking ?
Going hiking with a guide offers enhanced safety, in-depth knowledge of the trails, immersion in local wildlife and flora, and expert logistical organization, ensuring a rewarding and worry-free experience. A guide is a mountain professional who knows the routes, local wildlife, and plants intimately. They ensure the safety of the group, tailor the route to the participants' levels, and provide technical and educational advice. It's a great way to enrich your hike with valuable insights.
How to choose your hike ?
Choosing a hike means tailoring the adventure to your desires and abilities. Start by defining your goals: are you looking for a challenging workout or a leisurely stroll? Consider the duration and difficulty of the trail based on your fitness level and experience. Research the landscapes you want to explore, whether they are majestic peaks, forests, or lakes and rivers. To prepare, you can check reviews and advice from other hikers to find a route that matches your expectations. And don’t forget to check the weather conditions before you set out!
What gear for a hike ?
To go hiking in the mountains this summer, bring with you:
- Backpack
- Hiking boots
- Season-appropriate clothing
- Food and hydration
- Sun protection
- Headlamp or flashlight: Useful if you plan to hike early in the morning or late in the day
- First aid kit
This list may vary depending on the length of the hike, terrain, weather, and other factors specific to each outing!
Guided hikes
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For toddlers (under 4 years old). He discovers the snow and slides it !
Kids Club, Panda Club
For older children (from 4 years old). He discovered skiing !
Baby Yeti
From 6 years or Baby Yeti acquired. He knows how to chain snowplough turns on low slopes, put on and take off.
Small Yeti
Small Yeti level acquired. He knows how to climb stairs, get up alone after a fall and masters the snowplow turn with parallel ski crossing on green slope.
Yeti 1
Yeti level 1 acquired. He makes skid turns on an easy green and blue run.
Yeti 2
Yeti 2 level acquired. He knows how to make parallel turns on a blue run, and cross hollows and bumps.
Yeti 3
Yeti level 3 acquired. He masters parallel turns and sculling with poles on a red run.
Super Yeti
Super Yeti Level Acquired. They master short and long radius carved turns. They are comfortable on red and black slopes. Initial off-piste training and freestyle improvement
Yeti Rider
Super Yeti Level Acquired. They discover the first off-piste routes. They learn about safety equipment. They get up on their own in off-piste areas.
Junior Academy 1
Super Yeti Level Acquired. They will learn to ski on different types of snow, make their own tracks off-piste, and adjust their speed according to the off-piste conditions and types of snow.
Junior Academy 2
You have never skied, or only a few hours, skiing is brand new. The objective of the week is to evolve in autonomy in snowplough turns on green slopes.
Beginner or "Learn to turn" courses
You have already done 1 to 2 weeks of skiing, you are going down the easy green and blue slopes. You are autonomous on the ski lifts.
Intermediate 1 / Class 1 / Level 1 or Perfect Parallel Green / Level Green
You have 2 to 4 weeks of skiing, you ski on blue slopes in parallel, you know how to skid, and pass on small movements of ground.
Intermediate 2 / Class 2 / Level 2, or Perfect Parallel Beu / Level Blue
You have been skiing for several years and are able to ski parallel on red slopes. You want to perfect your parallel turn in all terrain and ski safely on black slopes.
Class 3, or Perfect Parallel Red / Level Red
You have a good level of skiing, on any type of terrain. You want to progress technically and discover off-piste and/or new techniques (carving, bumps, etc.).
Class 4, BLACK Level, Fine Skills or Off-Piste Courses
I have never snowboarded.
Beginner or Rookie courses
I am autonomous with my snowboard and on the ski lifts. I want to learn how to chain turns on blue or red runs.
Intermediate courses, Improver 1 or Level 1
I master the turns on blue and red slopes, and I did my first jump/slide rotations. I want to improve the sequences of turns on any type of track, jumps and basic rotations.
Intermediate courses, Improver 2 or Level 2
I master turns on red/black slopes, the Switch on steep slopes, and at ease off-piste. I want to deepen my tricks and learn to adapt my technique to all types of snow and slopes.
Confirmed/advanced/expert courses, Improver 3 or Switch