Safety

RK. Heliski guides are certified by the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG), The International Federation of Mountain Guide Association (IFMGA) and Canadian Ski Guide Association (CSGA).  Just like with any other sport, you should thoroughly understand the safety procedures and risks before taking part. Just like any adventure sport, heliskiing and heliboarding come with inherent risks. That’s why it’s essential to fully understand the safety procedures and potential hazards before heading into the mountains.

At RK. Heliski, we ensure every guest is properly informed and prepared through detailed safety briefings, equipment instruction, and guidance from certified professionals. Knowledge, awareness, and preparation are key to enjoying this incredible experience safely.

Respect the mountains. Understand the risks. Ski and ride with confidence.

The online interactive safety briefings include topics:

• Helicopter safety.
• Skiing and riding with our guides.
• Radio use.
• Companion rescue training.
• Avalanche rescue and tree well rescue training.

RK. Heliski uses only Guides that are trained and certified by, the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG),  International Guides Association (IFMGA) and/or Canadian Ski Guide Association . This includes training and additional certifications such as:

• Advanced weather/forecasting
• Avalanche control blasting
• Avalanche search and rescue response
• Level 1, 2 or 3 Canadian Avalanche Association (CAA)-Avalanche Operations
• Professional Members of the Canadian Avalanche Association
• Wilderness first aid/Emergency Medical Technicians(EMT) Member of Helicat Canada Association:
  • HeliCat Canada is the trade association of the Canadian helicopter and snowcat skiing industry. 
  • Helicat Canada’s primary mandate is to promote the continual improvement of the industry through research, education, advocacy and overseeing a trade accreditation program.

RK. Heliski has been operating for decades under a well established Avalanche Risk Assessment and Safety Plan to ensure our guests, employee and contractor safety. In this regard, we here at RK. Heliski want to make dreams come true, heliskiing and snowboarding is an adventure of a lifetime, which we have be fulfilling for over 55 years. Managing risk is our business.

At RK. Heliski, safety is our top priority. We are committed to providing the safest possible environment for both our guests and our team.

Our operations are  guided by professional members of the Canadian Avalanche Association (CAA), ensuring the highest standards in avalanche risk management. Our guides conduct daily monitoring of weather patterns and snowpack conditions, using advanced snow science to inform every decision in the field.

This rigorous, science-based approach allows us to minimize risk and maximize enjoyment—so you can focus on the thrill of the ride, knowing you’re in expert hands.

Prepared. Professional. Proven.

At RK. Heliski, the safety of our guests and staff is paramount. Every day in the backcountry demands a high level of preparation, and we ensure that a comprehensive range of safety equipment and resources is always at hand.

All of our certified guides carry backpacks equipped with essential avalanche safety gear, including transceivers, shovels, probes, and other critical tools for emergency response. In addition, every helicopter is outfitted with extra safety equipment, spare skis, and other necessary resources to support safe and efficient operations in remote alpine terrain.