#SHADESOFWINTER CAMPS

#SHADESOFWINTER CAMPS

#SHADESOFWINTER CAMPS

The #shadesofwinter CAMPS connect girls and women from all over the world who share a passion for sports, the mountains and the outdoors.

 

While our roots are in SKIING, we are excited to include other activities like hiking, yoga wing foiling or biking in future camps. Each of our camps serves as a true source of empowerment and inspiration for new adventures on and off the mountains.

JOIN the #shadesofwinter camps hosted by pro skier & filmmaker Sandra Lahnsteiner-Wagner

 

“Having skied on six continents, I feel fortunate to have traveled alongside incredible athletes and friends. One thing I’ve noticed during these journeys is the absence of groups where women can come together for adventurous skiing trips. This inspired me to create the #shadesofwinter camps – to offer a unique space where women can share their passion for skiing and sports, connect with one another, and empower each other through unforgettable shared adventures.”

CONNECT, INSPIRE & EMPOWER

#SHADESOFWINTER CAMPS WINTER 24/25

The #shadesofwinter camp program for the winter season 2024/2025 features the renowned SIGNATURE FREERIDE and FREERIDE TOURING camps in GASTEIN, Austria, as well as an exciting new addition: a SKI TOURING camp in the stunning LYNGEN ALPS, Norway.

SIGNATURE FREERIDE CAMP

GASTEIN. Austria

16th – 19th January 2025

FREERIDE TOURING CAMP

GASTEIN. Austria

30th January – 2nd February 2025

SKITOURING CAMP

LYNGEN ALPS. Norway

5th – 12th April 2025

#SHADESOFWINTER CAMPS GO SUMMER

WING FOILING CAMP

LAGO DI GARDA. Italy

18th – 21st May 2025

YOGA & HIKE CAMP

GASTEIN. Austria

August 2025

DETAILS & BOOKING COMING SOON

FAQs #SHADESOFWINTER CAMPS

  • Not at all. 

    85-95% of women participating come without knowing anyone beforehand. You’ll make new friends quickly! Our basic packages include accommodation in double rooms, and Sandra usually finds great room buddies. If you prefer not to share a room, you can request a single room. Additional fees may apply, and availability is not guaranteed, but we'll do our best to accommodate your needs. Please let us know in the booking form.goes here

  • Experience in off-piste skiing and freeriding is required, as this camp is not intended for first-time freeriders. 

    BUT, if you're an advanced skier on black slopes with high fitness but limited backcountry experience due to a lack of opportunities, you might still be a good fit. In this case, please contact Sandra in advance, share some videos of your skiing (taken with your mobile phone), and she will provide an honest assessment of whether the camp is appropriate for you.

  • Visualize standing on your office desk in ski boots and skis. Now, imagine it's a perfect powder day with great snow, and your landing is in soft powder with good angulation. With #shadesofwinter coaches beside you to explain and show you what to do, we believe you'll make the jump and maybe even go higher than your office desk.

  • You should be in good physical condition, as the camp includes daily hikes of 400-800 meters, sometimes in a single push or split into two hikes, depending on the location and conditions. Fitness is essential to fully enjoy all three days of skiing, especially the third day. For skiing, you need solid off-piste skills and experience in various snow conditions and terrains. Prior off-piste and freeride experience is expected to ensure you can handle the adventurous lines we aim to explore. We believe this camp is a great fit for many women.

  • Participating women should be ready for daily ski tours of 1000-1500 vertical meters over 5 out of 6 days. Prior experience with off-piste skiing and ski touring is essential. You should be comfortable navigating varied snow conditions on skis, from perfect powder and beautiful corn snow to potentially more challenging snow.

  • On a great powder day with good weather, we might not stop for lunch at a hut but snack on lunch bites from breakfast (included). We might stop for coffee or grab a soup (not included) at a mountain hut if we get cold. After skiing, you could spend money on more coffee or an Apres' ski drink. Three courses-dinner, breakfast and take-away-lunch from the breakfast buffet is included, but you might want a good glass of wine. We believe there won't be much time or opportunity to spend money beyond this.

    1. Read the camp description carefully and get excited.

    2. Follow the provided link and fill out the booking form for the selected camp.

    3. Ensure you provide all necessary information and agree to the terms and conditions at the end of the form.

    4. You will receive a personalized booking confirmation and travel contract with further details.

    5. Transfer 20% of the total amount within 7 days to secure your spot at the selected #shadesofwinter camp.

    6. We will follow up with further information, create a WhatsApp group, and connect you with fellow travelers.

    7. The remaining amount is due latest 20 days before the start of the camp (you will receive a reminder email).

The #shadesofwinter camps are organized by shades.plus GmbH, an officially registered travel agency and film production company, founded and operated by Sandra Lahnsteiner-Wagner.