How old is Mike Wiegele?
82
Canadian helicopter ski legend Mike Wiegele has died at the age of 82.
How much does heli-skiing cost Utah?
Grab your powder skis and hop in a chopper to untouched mountains in the Wasatch, Cache and Uinta ranges. You’re looking at around $1,200 for the cheapest option. Plan on at least six runs for a combined ~20,000 feet of vertical descent.
Where is Mike Wiegele?
Austria
1938 Mike Wiegele is born in the Folg. Roit Haus in Feistriz, Austria and grew up on a farm in Lading Kärnten, Austria. 1959 Immigrates to Eastern Canada and works as a carpenter.
What is cat ski?
Snowcat skiing is where the skiers and snowboarders ride in a 20 person cab on the snowcat machine and are taken to a remote mountain. The benefit of Cat skiing is the ability to enjoy pristine terrain with just a few other people in a true wilderness setting.
How big is the Wiegele World Ski Area?
MWHS’s 1.5 million acre terrain known as “Wiegele World” offers world class powder skiing and boarding, unlimited vertical and unique boutique style accommodation – right in the heart of the Cariboo, Monashee and Rocky Mountain ranges.
What do you need to know about heli skiing?
You should be capable of dealing with the challenges presented by deep snow, helicopter transportation and backcountry descents. If you are a good intermediate skier/boarder who is able to ski/board every run in a major ski area you are ready to come heli skiing.
Where can I get a doctor for heli skiing?
Yellowhead Helicopters provide experienced pilots that specifically train for mountain terrain. All guides are trained in first aid and a medical clinic is located in the Guides Haus. It is well equipped to meet the medical needs of our skiing guests. A doctor is also on the resort throughout the heli-skiing season.
Where was the first heli ski trip held?
In 1970, Mike offered his first heli-skiing trip in Valemount, BC: despite attracting no guests, he remained undeterred. “I thought he was a little bit cuckoo,” said Bonnie of his early plans.