Friday, 27. February 2026 - Sunday, 01. March 2026
MONTEC Winter Series - Engelberg
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MONTEC Winter Series is an event series that brings together backcountry skiers/snowboarders and newcomers to the backcountry scene — all sharing a common goal of prioritizing safety while savoring the excitement of freeride adventures.
This event is in collaboration with ARVA. They will be supporting the weekend activities with their safety equipment and providing guidance with certified guides, so you can feel more confident when out on the mountain.
⚠️ Please make sure to read all information below before signing up.
Friday, Feb 27: Ride & connect
🤝 - no registration needed, everyone is welcome to visit us at the MONTEC Basecamp to try on our gear and meet new skiing/snowboarding buddies from 10AM to 3PM.
In the evening, join us for an Après at Engelberg's famous Ski Lodge, with tasty burgers, great company, and even more opportunities to make new ski and snowboard friends!
Saturday, Feb 28: Safety Summit
🚠- upon registration here only, limited spots. A day of mountain and avalanche safety trainings in small groups, led by certified guides. Learn all the basics to stay safe when you're exploring the mountain and how to use safety equipment in case of an avalanche.
Sunday, March 1: Backcountry Experience
🎿- upon registration here only, limited spots. A day of adventure, learning how to safely take your first steps in the backcountry (freeriding or touring) : how to plan, what to bring, how to adjust, and how to ride based on conditions - taught by experienced guides.
The MONTEC Basecamp (our booth) will be open from Friday to Sunday 10AM to 3PM. Everyone is welcome, even if you didn't land a spot for our weekend activities ! Come visit us at Trübsee (bottom of the 2nd section of the Titlis express), try our latest gear & meet new friends !
Please note that participants may register for only one activity (Saturday or Sunday) so that as many people as possible can benefit. For that reason, tickets are limited to one per person and one per order. If you’d like to attend with friends, each person will need to place their own order.
Activities on Registration
🚠 Safety Summit - Saturday, 28 Feb
Content | Use of safety gears (probe, shovel, beacon), on-snow training & scenarios, weather forecasting, group organisation... |
Times | 08:30–16:30 (please make sure you are available for the full day!) |
Training Levels | Beginner and intermediate in avalanche safety |
Ski Level | Participants must be able to confidently go down at least red slopes |
Included | 1-day skipass, training by certified guides, lunch & goodie bag |
Price | Free upon registration |
Content
Times
Training Levels
Ski Level
Included
Price
Use of safety gears (probe, shovel, beacon), on-snow training & scenarios, weather forecasting, group organisation...
08:30–16:30 (please make sure you are available for the full day!)
Beginner and intermediate in avalanche safety
Participants must be able to confidently go down at least red slopes
1-day skipass, training by certified guides, lunch & goodie bag
Free upon registration
🎿 Backcountry Experience - Sunday, 1 March
Content | Planning your own adventure (route, gear, weather, hazards), adaptability, group management, and technique/skills. |
Times | 08:30–16:30 (please make sure you are available for the full day!) |
Training Levels | Beginner and intermediate in freeriding/touring |
Ski Level | Participants must be able to confidently go down at least black slopes |
Included | 1-day skipass, training by certified guides & goodie bag. Please pack your own lunch for this one, as you'll be going on an adventure during the day ! |
Price | Free upon registration |
Content
Times
Training Levels
Ski Level
Included
Price
Planning your own adventure (route, gear, weather, hazards), adaptability, group management, and technique/skills.
08:30–16:30 (please make sure you are available for the full day!)
Beginner and intermediate in freeriding/touring
Participants must be able to confidently go down at least black slopes
1-day skipass, training by certified guides & goodie bag. Please pack your own lunch for this one, as you'll be going on an adventure during the day !
Free upon registration
🎒 Equipment : what you need to bring
Snowboard or ski set-up (no need for touring gear, unless you choose this option on the Sunday) |
Backpack |
Safety gear: beacon, probe, and shovel (if you have them) |
Snowboard or ski set-up (no need for touring gear, unless you choose this option on the Sunday)
Backpack
Safety gear: beacon, probe, and shovel (if you have them)
Will there be safety equipment on site to borrow?
Yes! If you don’t have your own or wish to try new safety equipment, our partner ARVA will provide their latest products for the day - including beacons, probes, and shovels. You just have to inform us about your needs in the registration form prior.
💡 Please note: Ski/snowboard gear will not be provided on-site, so remember to bring your own. We'll have some airbags bags for you to test if you wish to borrow one for the day.
✅ Requirements
Level | To join the MONTEC Safety Summit you must be able to confidently ski a red slope. For the MONTEC Backcountry Experience, we'll ask you to ski confidently a black slope.This ensures you can fully participate in all training sessions and safely move around the resort. |
Age | If you are a minor you need to be at least 16, with autorisation from your parents. |
Insurance | You are required to have your own insurance, which must include coverage for outdoor and skiing activities. During registration, you will need to accept the waiver included in the terms and conditions, confirming that you have appropriate insurance and that you understand and accept the risks associated with the event. |
🚨 Important Information
- Limited spots: To ensure that everyone gets the most from this event, capacity is kept small so we can provide close guidance and support.
- As this is a free, high-value event, please make sure you’re available before booking.
If you can’t make it, inform us right away so your spot can go to someone on the waiting list. - We’ll email you before the event to confirm your attendance. If you don’t respond within the communicated timeframe, your spot will go to someone on the waitlist.
- ⚠️ Non-attendance without notice may affect your eligibility for future event invitations.
