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SNOW!!  What a sweet surprise this past weekend.  The storm that rolled through the Sierra’s produced quite a bit of snowfall – way more than what had been predicted.  Most of the NASTC coaching staff got to enjoy the fresh snow while in Mammoth for the PSIA-Western Division, Spring Convention event where they were giving clinics to instructors and coaches from all over the region.

Conditions are great up at Mt. Shasta!  A couple spots are still open on the NASTC Shasta trip, May 10-11.  Join a fun crew and embark on an adventure up one of California’s highest peaks.  This is a great trip whether you are an experienced ski mountaineer or if this is your first backcountry skiing adventure.  It is a fun supportive group where information, knowledge, experiences and stories are freely shared.  You will learn all the skills you need to make it to the summit.  Along the way, you will witness exceptional natural beauty and you will probably have your limits stretched a bit, but you will be rewarded with incredible feelings of accomplishmen! t, elation and new friendships.                                                                           

Rock Climbing season is here!!  The rocks are heating up, the air is getting warmer and the trees and plants are starting to bloom.  Come and experience the fun of playing outside through the climber’s lens.  Rock climbing is a fun sport that has so many physical and mental rewards.  It is a great way to give your body a workout and an opportunity to get your mind to quiet down and focus at the same time.  NASTC’s guides are highly experienced and skilled climbers and AMGA certified.  They are available to introduce you to the world of rock climbing or to guide you at some of their favorite rock climbing spots through half or full day sessions.  Introduce your kids to the fun of rock climbing at the NASTC KidsClimb Camp, July 11.

There is no place in the world like Portillo, Chile.  This is our 20^th season in Portillo, and we never get tired of visiting.  The NASTC Portillo Summer Dream Skiing trip, is the ultimate southern hemisphere skiing experience.  Uncrowded slopes, beautiful scenery combined with the warmth of Chilean culture, great wine and the delicious fresh produce and fish that Chile is known for, is a combination that is difficult to replicate and one that Portillo provides so well.  Add top quality coaching and it’s icing on the cake.  NASTC’s knowledgeable and passionate coaching staff know how to set up a strong positive learning environment so th! at everyone improves upon their capabilities and comes away with not only a wonderful cultural and skiing experience but also learning and growth in their skillset.  Trip dates are: August 15-24.