Avalanche Courses in Argentina

We offer AAA Recreational Level I Avalanche Training courses at SASS Argentina led by AAA professional member and AIARE Course Leader, Travis Feist. SASS Global Travel is an American Avalanche Association course provider. These courses are in addition to our included avalanche seminar and on-mountain scenario training. Our course instructors consider SASS Argentina to be the best place to take a course due to the terrain, the supportive environment and the focus on experiential education rather than time in the classroom.

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Employment

At SASS Global Travel our product, and what separates us from other adventure travel companies, is the quality of our staff. Whether it is the experience and professionalism of our guides and coaches, the dedication and efficiency of our travel logistics team, the consideration and attention to detail of our customer service agents or the fact that the entire crew is simply awesome to hang out with, it is this group of people that truly makes a SASS experience.

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SASS Japan Snow Totals in January

One of our favorite things about SASS Japan is that it runs throughout the month of January. Although the ski areas of North America and Europe are still building their base, we are right in the middle of some of the most mindblowing snowfall totals in Japan. Check out the numbers below, remember that this is also going to be a La Niña year, and just try to convince yourself that “maybe next year” is going to cut it.

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Gear Guide for SASS Japan: Softgoods

In case you didn’t know, the weather in Japan is cold. Like really cold. Kiroro especially, due to its proximity to the Sea of Japan and amount of moisture contained in the air, is home to some very chilly days. In order to fully enjoy the freshies that are delivered on a daily basis in Japan, it’s important to stay warm and dry on the hill. The following is the first installment of our gear guides for SASS Japan. This week, we’re presenting some of the best softgoods out there that’ll have you happily shredding JaPOW from bell to bell…

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How To Ski and Snowboard in Japan

Last week we gave you five good reasons to visit Japan. Now that you’re (hopefully) sold on sending it on the trip of a lifetime this winter, it’s time to prepare mentally and physically for your journey to the land of the rising sun. Our photos and videos may make it seem like skiing in Japan is a breeze, but there’s much more than what meets the eye in order to create a successful ski trip to Japan. Here are six tips for you to look like a pro and make the most out of your Japan excursion…

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Learn to Tour at SASS Argentina

If you’re considering coming to SASS Argentina this summer or (even better) if you’re already registered, you already know how to ride a chairlift up and make your way downhill on your skis/board. But what about if there are no chairlifts around? Or what if the best turns sit above and beyond where the chairlift will drop you off (note that this is typically the case). Sometimes bootpacking will get the job done, but more often than not, the most efficient way to get uphill without a chairlift is to tour.

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5 Reasons You Need to Go Skiing in Japan

It’s time to start planning out your ski season for the upcoming winter, for people in US check these Boise ski destinations. You could enjoy the season at your home resort, maybe take a trip out west, or trek up to Canada with your fingers crossed the snow won’t be too heavy. OR, you could take the trip of a lifetime to Japan to ski the deepest snow of your life, every single day. Hopefully, this is an obvious decision, but just in case it isn’t, here are 5 reasons why Japan is your move this winter:

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Announcing Our Newest Partner: DPS Skis

It’s not every day that you get to partner with an industry leading, high end ski company… That’s why we are SO stoked to announce our new partnership with DPS Skis. To compliment the badass terrain we access every day in Argentina, we’ll have a full fleet of DPS demo skis complete with touring setups available for clients to use this August.

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