• 3 days of freeride guiding by Sandra & her team

• 3x nights with extended* half board in a double room (single room upgrade upon availability and request) at the renowned Design Hotel Miramonte in Bad Gastein

• extended half board includes 3x rich breakfast buffet, 3x take-away lunch snack from the breakfast buffet, 2x afternoon snack (if we are back from the mountain in time 🙂), 3x three-course dinner (drinks not included)

• Sauna & Wellness area in the hotel and the opportunity for one Thermal bath treatment in the hotel

• 3-day lift pass for the ski resorts in Gastein (if you have a seasonal ski ticket for the region, please let us know in the booking process)

• avalanche safety workshop

• #shadesofwinter Welcome Drink & a goodie Bag filled with cool stuff from our partners

• the opportunity to test various Fischer Freeride skis

• & since a photographer will join us - you'll take home some of your best memories captured on camera

MEET & GREET
Thursday,

• individual arrival in the afternoon, check-in possible at 4pm (earlier arrivals will still find a super cozy lounge area to enjoy a coffee at the hotel or explore Bad Gastein on a walk from the hotel) 

• 6pm - Grab your Welcome drink at the bar in the lobby and meet in the yoga-room in the 1st floor for our official welcome at 6.30pm 

• dinner will be around 7.30pm in the hotel restaurant

• our guides team will support you to select and adjust the freeride test skis for the next day

GROUNDHOG DAYS: CHASING POWDER & SMILES
Friday and Saturday 2025

Kick off your day with a hearty breakfast (be sure to wake up early to enjoy the wide selection). Based on the daily avalanche report and weather forecast, we'll head to one of the four interconnected ski resorts in the Gastein valley for a full day of skiing. Whether we stop at a mountain hut for a coffee break or snack in the gondola to keep skiing, we'll just decide spontaneously within the groups.

In the afternoon, we'll return to the hotel for some sweet and savory snacks. After some relaxation and spa time, and mingling with other women from the camp, we'll enjoy a tasty dinner with vegetarian and vegan options. We’ll wrap up the day with our popular inspirational talks, getting ready for the next day's adventures.

• 7 AM-ish: Start your day with a delicious breakfast and prepare your own lunch snacks directly from the buffet before take our private shuttle (included) to the bottom station of the Stubnerkogel in Bad Gastein or decide to take cars to head to Sportgastein

• Morning to Afternoon: freeriding and chasing powder in one of the Gastein ski resorts.

• Avalanche Safety Workshop: Become more aware with our avalanche safety workshop sessions, depending on weather and snow conditions.

• Afternoon: Return to the hotel for afternoon snacks. Enjoy some yoga (depending on the hotel schedule), unwind in the sauna, or relax and mingle with fellow participants 

• 7:30 PM: Dinner time! Savor the Alpine Fusion Cuisine at Hotel Miramonte.

• Evening: Inspirational talks and daily reflections to wrap up the day, change test skis 

ENJOY SKIING, BE PROUD & LEAVE WITH NEW FFF* IN YOUR PHONE
Sunday, 19th January 2025 

• 7 AM-ish: Kick off your last day with breakfast and prepare your lunch snacks directly from the buffet

• Check-out: You can leave your luggage at the hotelm, enjoy the ski day and use the showers in the spa area in the afternoon before you head home (or leave directly from the parking lot at the ski resort) 

• Morning to Early Afternoon: Make the most of your last day skiing in Gastein.

• Around 1:30 / 2 PM: Lunch at a ski hut in Gastein (note: lunch is not included in the camp price).

• Around 2:30 / 3 PM: Wrap up the day and say goodbye.

*FFF = female freeride friends

(*program may be changed and adapted due to weather conditions; communication will be supported with a whatsapp-group already prior to the camp)

SIGN UP for the #shadesofwinter SIGNATURE FREERIDE CAMP if you have experience in off-piste skiing and freeriding across different terrains and snow conditions and want to learn and improve, conquer (your first) cliff jumps and ski some great lines. Even if you're relatively new to backcountry skiing but have a strong skiing background on black slopes and a strong body and open mind to learn something new and are eager to join a supportive community, this camp is for you.

FREERIDE HOT SPOT GASTEIN
Nestled in the heart of the Salzburgerland, the Gastein valley is a freeride skier's paradise. Boasting four distinct ski resorts, including the highest non-glaciated ski resort in the region, Gastein offers unparalleled access to pristine freeride terrain right at the doorstep of the Nationalpark Hohe Tauern.

Surrounded by majestic 3000-meter peaks, Gastein presents a diverse and easily accessible playground for freeriders. Whether you're looking to carve through playful powder fields or challenge yourself in the expansive big mountain terrain, Gastein has it all. This is a place where you can truly maximize your enjoyment of the snow, while also pushing your comfort zone.

Sandra and her team are passionate about helping women expand their playground and possibilities within freeride skiing. With their guidance and support, you'll be able to explore the incredible variety Gastein has to offer and take your freeride skills to new heights.

HOTEL MIRAMONTE
Reitlpromenade 3
A-5640 Bad Gastein
Österreich

Even though we have plenty of great gear to test from our partners, please make sure to bring your own freeride skis (we recommend skis with around 100mm underfoot), poles, ski boots, ski clothes, and full equipment for backcountry skiing. The mandatory items are:

• Helmet and goggles

• freeride skis, ski boots, length-adjustable ski poles 

• Backpack with options to mount the skis for short bootpacks (avalanche airbags are not mandatory but recommended)

• Shovel, probe, avalanche transceiver 

• Sunglasses, sunscreen, bandana, beanie, gloves…

• Insulated water bottle

Optional items include:

• Lunch box

• Additional snacks for the mountain

• Personal items and clothes for the mountains and the hotel 

Please ensure you're well-prepared to make the most of your time in the mountains!

Responsibility and risk:
Participating in outdoor sports like freeriding is thrilling, but it comes with inherent risks. Please be aware that no outdoor activity is entirely risk-free. We strongly encourage you to understand and respect your personal limits while exploring the mountains.

The guides are committed to ensuring your safety and will provide detailed instructions throughout the activities. It is essential to follow their guidance at all times. While we conduct thorough risk assessments and prioritize safety, you are ultimately responsible for your own actions and decisions during the camp. By participating, you acknowledge the risks involved and agree to take personal responsibility for your safety.

To ensure a safe experience, participants must be in good health and maintain physical fitness throughout the camp. Additionally, you must have valid health, accident, and liability insurance that covers outdoor sports activities, including freeriding and mountaineering, and is valid in the country where the camp takes place. 

We also recommend obtaining travel insurance to protect yourself in case you are unable to attend the camp.

Our Avalanche Safety Workshops
Freeriding and ski touring are exhilarating and we love it, but they come with inherent risks. Our avalanche safety workshops are essential to every #shadesofwinter camp because we believe in ongoing learning and improvement. These workshops are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to handle avalanche risks effectively.

You’ll learn to interpret avalanche reports, properly use safety equipment such as beacon, shovel, and probe, and practice emergency response techniques. We conduct simulated avalanche scenarios to enhance your practical skills and ensure you are prepared for potential emergencies. By the end of the workshop, you'll be confident in using your safety gear and capable of sharing this knowledge with your friends back home to promote a safer backcountry experience.

Cancellation policy: You can withdraw from the #shadesofwinter camp package at any time before the start of the camp by paying the corresponding compensation (cancellation fees, compensation flat rates) according to the general terms and conditions of shades.plus GmbH.

The following compensation flat rates apply per person in case of a cancellation:

• No-Show (failure to show up without justification): 100% of the camp price

• From 1 to 14 days before the start of the activity: 90% of the camp price

• From 15 to 21 days before the start of the activity: 75% of the camp price

• Up to 20 days before the start of the activity: 55% of the camp price

Minimum Number of Participants: If the minimum number of 6 participants is not reached, the organizer can cancel the event up to 21 days before it begins (withdrawal from the contract). In this case, the participant will be refunded the payments made for the participation fee immediately, but in any case, within 14 days after the withdrawal. The organizer will inform the participants promptly if it becomes clear at an earlier point in time that the minimum number of participants cannot be reached.

Insurance: It is recommended to purchase insurance (e.g., travel cancellation insurance, travel interruption insurance, travel baggage insurance, travel liability insurance, international travel health insurance, delay protection, personal protection, etc.) that provides adequate coverage from the date of the package tour contract until the end of the package tour. Additionally, health and accident insurance that covers outdoor sports such as freeriding, hiking, and mountaineering and is valid in Austria is recommended.

Booking/Contract Conclusion/Deposit: 

• Carefully read the camp description to understand all details and get hyped for your #shadesofwinter camp adventure

• Follow the provided link and complete the booking form specific to your chosen #shadesofwinter camp

• Ensure you provide all necessary information and agree to the terms and conditions at the end of the form 

• You will receive a personalized booking confirmation and travel contract with all further information 

• Transfer 20% of the total amount within 7 days to secure your spot at the selected #shadesofwinter camp 

• We will send additional information, set up a WhatsApp group, and connect you with fellow travelers 

• The remaining amount is due 20 days before the start of the camp. A reminder email will be sent to you 

The travel contract is concluded between the booking party and the tour operator if there is an agreement regarding the material parts of the contract (price, service and date). This results in rights and duties for the customer. 

Unless otherwise agreed, the traveler must transfer a deposit of 20% of the trip price to the account specified by the tour operator within 14 days of receiving the package tour contract, but not earlier than 11 months before the end of the package tour. If the contract is concluded within 20 days before departure, the entire trip price must be transferred immediately to the specified account upon receipt of the package tour contract.If the traveler fails to meet their payment obligations, the tour operator reserves the right, after issuing a reminder with a deadline, to terminate the contract and demand compensation according to the compensation flat rates.