01-08/02/20 Activity: FVMC member goes on Off Piste Skiing Course, Zinal, Switzerland

The view from Chalet Edelweiss.

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Time for a coffee stop.

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A stop for lunch at the Weisshorn Hotel.

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On another day we see Andy practising avalanche rescue.

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Approachiing the Cabane des Becs-de-Bosson, leaving the resort of Grimentz.

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The view from the Cabane des Becs-de-Bosson.

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...finally I get my skis together when off piste - taken decades! Photo DM.

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Our final day above Grimentz.

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Skis used were All Mountain type and poles had wide baskets for soft snow.

The use of closely fitted skins was essential for uphill traversing.

Fritschi touring bindings and ski crampons on display!