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Sawback was founded by Tom Wolfe in 1995 as a small one-man operation, running mountain hiking trips for groups in BC and Alberta.

This coming winter season we have over 47 trips scheduled across BC, Alberta and Scandinavia.

10/29/2026

There’s something about skiing in Svalbard that makes you realize just how small you are. The epic landscapes, incredible skiing, and adventure of life at sea keep us coming back every spring. ⛵️⛷🏔

10/26/2026

Some photos from this summer of the people who make this place so special to experience and share. 💙

10/20/2026

We asked Sawback guide Christian Schlumpf about his favourite trip to guide, and while it was a tough choice, ski traverses of the Canadian Rockies were high on his list.

The nature of a ski traverse is that you must move forward, often through variable weather and mountain conditions. There are usually a few different route options, each with different pros and cons. To be successful, the team needs to come together, support each other, and sometimes push through some doubts and discomfort.

Read this week’s blog to learn more about ski traversing in the Canadian Rockies, and reach out with any questions about our Bow Yoho and Wapta traverses.

www.sawback.com/blog/true-adventure-in-the-heart-of-the-canadian-rockies-the-wapta-and-bow-yoho-ski-traverses

10/18/2026

Sawback photographer Anna Sellers takes us onto the skin track during our 2026 JaPow Honshu trip this past January. In this Sawback blog, she reflects on what slowing down in the mountains truly means, while capturing different perspectives from a ski day in Myoko.

""The unique shape of the mountains, a fracture in the snow along a ridge in the distance, the scraggly branches of the trees reaching out as if to try and grab you. On this day specifically, there was a light casting shadows on the snow before quickly disappearing as the sun slipped behind a cloud. It felt like the light was dancing with the trees, and I, in the background, dancing with the snow."""

10/11/2026

The ski season is just around the corner. Japow is calling. 🇯🇵❄️

10/11/2026

Burnie is beautiful in the summer. Thanks to Sarah Belford for leading our Plein Air Workshop this summer -- and for thelis great video highlighting a wonderful time at the Burnie. 📽️ S A R A H | adventure inspired artist

10/09/2026

Shortly after their trip to Seiland House in Norway this spring, we sat down with Sawback guests Ayla and Aidan to chat about their time in the Arctic and skiing with Sawback. 🇳🇴

In this week’s blog, the couple shares stories from their trip, along with some amazing images Aidan captured along the way. We loved hearing about their experience and getting a glimpse of Seiland House and the amazing terrain around this beautiful lodge through their eyes. Read their story and see the trip through their lens ✨📸⛷

www.sawback.com/blog/skiing-seiland-house

10/07/2026

Did you know that Sawback offers three different types of backcountry ski trips in Norway? 🇳🇴⛷️

Each one offers a unique way to explore the country and enjoy incredible skiing in spectacular locations.

❄️ Svalbard Ski & Sail
Travel deep into the Arctic, combining mountain turns with life aboard a sailboat.

🏔️ Fjords of Northern Norway
Another Ski & Sail trip, where you’ll descend from stunning summits right down to the water’s edge, surrounded by dramatic fjord scenery.

🏡 Seiland House
Settle into a warm and welcoming lodge and enjoy ski days right from the door, or venture across the fjords to explore the surrounding region.

Which trip is calling your name?

10/03/2026

Winter is fast approaching at Burnie Glacier Chalet, and we’d love to have you join us for some of Canada’s best (and least crowded) backcountry terrain.

Burnie offers the freedom of a private lodge with endless terrain right out the door: long, glaciated alpine objectives, reliable midwinter powder, epic tree skiing when the storms roll in, and typical touring days of 1,200–1,600 vertical metres.

There are still a few spots available for the 2027 season, including one last-minute opening for a full-chalet booking from January 8–15. A cancellation has opened up this week, and we’re offering it at 30% off for a group of family or friends.

09/30/2026

Had one of the cutest and most curious visitors on our Ski & Sail trip to Antarctica last year. 🐧 Excited for this year’s Antarctica adventure, which will kick off the ski season that’s just around the corner!

Address

234 Grizzly Cr
Calgary, AB
T1W1B5

Telephone

+14037079996

Website

https://sawback.com/, https://youtu.be/nzRxcOc4R_I?si=OrZQCl8YOM7uEtMe

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