If your idea of a memorable powder day involves face shots of British Columbian cold smoke while sharing endless glades with only a few close friends, then Eagle Pass Heliskiing is going to be right up your alley. This Revelstoke-based operation specializes in small groups, for trips designed to maximize your skiing and minimize the bumbling that can occur when traveling with too many people. Bottom line: you’ll ski more, which is a fan-freaking-tastic thing when you’re smashing the pillowy radness of the Monashee Range in an AStar heli. And because Eagle Pass uses small birds, it can access more landing zones in more places. Almost nothing is out of reach, which is the way it should be when you’ve got a heli at your disposal.

Packages start with a basic single day in the bird, which includes lunch and après beverages. From there, you can jump up to the all-inclusive, multiday experience which includes unlimited vertical and is based out of the Echo Bay Lodge just south of Revelstoke. Here you’ll enjoy stunning views and meals that are nothing short of gourmet. From Echo Bay, it’s just a short flight into the Gold Range section of the Monashees, where the longest descents in Eagle Pass lie. And for the ballers among you, there’s a fully customizable, private experience. Want a daily massage to accompany your heli-skiing? Why not?

With every package, you can expect a commitment to service and safety from the Eagle Pass staff. Each guest is outfitted with a standard beacon, shovel and probe, and as an added precaution, a BCA Float airbag pack. On every outing, guides work hard to find the absolute best terrain that the conditions will allow within Eagle Pass’ 270,000-acre zone. This means that you can expect to feast on expansive bowls, tantalizing spines, fluffy pillows and scenic glaciers if you’re into that sort of thing. It’s the kind of terrain you dream about. And thanks to the remarkable tree skiing in the Monashees, weather days aren’t a huge concern. Over the past several years, Eagle Pass has only averaged two to three down days per season.

Still not convinced? Eagle Pass has a bit of a reputation in the film world. As you fly around the area, don’t be surprised if you recognize lines and features from ski flicks like Into the Mind by Sherpas Cinema, Few Words by Candide Thovex, Hurt So Good by Legs of Steel and even The Art of Flight by Brain Farm. Eagle Pass has hosted several of the industry’s top pros because the snow is deep and the terrain is sick. In these mountains, you can go as big as you want while still being acutely aware of how small you really are.

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