What to Pack

In the heart of unspoiled wilderness, you are exposed to the elements and weather can change quickly. Proper preparation and gear for an adventure in British Columbia's remote backcountry is key to your enjoyment, comfort and safety. Normal daytime temperatures can range from -20°C to 5°C while we have experienced extreme temperatures from -35°C to 10°C . The clothing for an adventure with Weber Powder needs to be efficient and adaptable for changing conditions!

Helicopter guidelines

1x soft sided luggage/duffel bag up to 16kg (35lbs)
1x ski or snowboard boots (boot bag is okay)
1x skis or snowboard (We recommend Fischer's TransAlp 105 CTI equipped with touring bindings). We do not recommend small skis underfoot than 105.
1x poles

All bags are weighed upon arrival at the staging area. No carry on luggage is permitted inside the helicopter with the exception of a small laptop case.

Packing list for backcountry touring

Skis or Snowboard with touring bindings (no hybrid bindings please - focus on lightweight gear!)
Ski or Snowboard boots (we recommend you travel with your boots as a carry on item if arriving in Calgary by plane). Please have lightweight alpine touring boots.
Retractable ski poles
Climbing Skins
Ski Crampons
Helmet
Goggles
Sunglasses
Uphill gloves (light)
Downhill gloves (warm)
Toque & Cap
Shell Jacket (Gortex)
Shell Pants (Gortex)
Warm Down Jacket
2x Merino wool base-layers (top & bottom)
Synthetic mid-layer
Ski socks
Neck tube (warmer)
Slippers or shoes for around the lodge
Comfortable evening clothing
Pyjamas
Bathing suit (for sauna)
Sunscreen
Medication (please inform Weber Powder of any medication prior to your trip)
Toiletries (see below what is provided at the lodge)
Waterbottle
No hairdryers at the lodge - we utilize state of the art battery packs at the lodge to mange our power consumption. Please do not bring hair dryers nor do we provide any. thanks!

Electronics

Phones are permitted but must be placed a minimum of 30cms from your transceiver when backcountry touring.
Drones must be approved by Weber Powder staff prior to your arrival at the lodge.
Go pros are allowed at Weber Powder with the exception of chest mounts.
We strongly discourage the use of heated gloves or vests as they can interfere with your transceiver signal.

Staff Gratuities

If you'd like to show your appreciation to the team for their service during your stay, it's warmly welcomed. Tips are distributed equally among the staff who assisted you during your visit. We refrain from suggesting specific amounts as tipping customs vary across cultures. However, if you're curious about the customary practice in Canada, it's generally around 10% of the total trip cost. Gratuities can be settled in cash or via credit card before you depart the lodge.

Provided by Weber Powder

Mammut Airbag (if you prefer to not use an airbag, please bring your own pack).
Mammut Barryvox Transciever
Mammut 320 Probe
Mammut Shovel
Harness
ICOM handheld radio
All linen and towels
Shampoo, conditioner & body wash (Sourced locally from Rocky Mountain Soap Company)
Thermos - we provide a small thermos with a daily hot broth style soup (generally Miso soup). if you also wish to bring a small water bottle, please do.
Winter boots - we have a small selection of winter boots folks can use around the lodge.

We have the following games at the lodge:
Card decks
Monopoly deal
Code names
Catan & Seafarers Expansion
Bananagrams
Cards Against Humanity
French Scrabble, English Scrabble
"Gensmak" generation trivia
Chess
Carcassone
Backgammon
Dutch Bliss
Cribbage
Poker set
Ticket to Ride
Kenya
7 Wonders