Mimmi Free'kend freeride event

A lift ticket is required for all programs, as the workshops will use the lifts to move around. For the extra backcountry tour on Sunday, you will need at least a single lift ride, as the national park tour starts from the top of the ski resort, which is accessed by lift.

You will also need to bring a backpack and avalanche safety equipment (avalanche transceiver, probe, and shovel) for the duration of the event. Pyhä can assist with renting avalanche safety gear if needed.

Make sure you have insurance that covers riding outside of groomed slopes.

For freeride equipment, slightly wider skis or a wider snowboard are ideal for riding off-piste, but you can also use the gear you’re used to. If needed, you can rent equipment from Pyhä's Kultakero rental shop. The equipment is limited, but we will do our best to ensure everyone gets the right gear.

Participants in Mimmit 1 and 2 groups will only need touring gear (gear that allows uphill movement) if they are going on the extra backcountry tour on Sunday. Touring gear includes touring skis with skins, splitboard with skins, or snowshoes with telescoping poles.

Participants in the Mimmit 3 group must have touring gear with them throughout the event. You should have previous experience using touring gear and be comfortable with it. The gear must be your own or something you’ve used before.

Please bring a water bottle and some snacks, like energy bars, in case you need an energy boost.

Make sure you have a helmet and ski goggles.

Wear active outdoor clothing suitable for physical activity. For Sunday’s backcountry tour, it's recommended to bring an extra jacket for breaks.

Important! Snowboarders going on the backcountry tour with snowshoes will need a backpack that can hold the snowboard while climbing. Snowboarders must have telescoping poles that can be collapsed during the descent.

If the weather is sunny on Sunday’s backcountry tour, don’t forget your sunglasses.

Remember to book your accommodation! You can ask about shared accommodations in the Facebook event to connect with other participants or just book the shared accommodation.

THURSDAY, MARCH 6, 2025

16:00–17:00
Slope Tour and First Turns for Arrivals
No avalanche gear required as the group will stay on the resort slopes. Meet up point: in front of the restaurant Mesta.

19:00
Welcome to Pyhä!

Location: Isokuru Hall, Conference Center (opposite Hotel Pyhätunturi).
Introduction, event overview, and group assignments.
 

FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2025

9:45
Morning Info & Warm-Up

Snow conditions and weather update. Group allocation for workshops. Meet up point: in front of the restaurant Mesta.

10:00–12:00
Freeride Workshops. Meet up point: in front of the restaurant Mesta.

Alpine Ladies: Refining technique in varied terrain.
Snowboard Ladies: Introduction to avalanche safety equipment.

12:00–13:30
Lunch (self-paid)

13:30–15:30
Freeride Workshops. Meet up point: in front of the restaurant Mesta.

Alpine Ladies: Avalanche safety equipment training.
Snowboard Ladies: Technique refinement in varied terrain.

16:00–17:00
Avalanche Safety Lecture
Location: Isokuru Hall.

16:00–21:00
Sauna at the Hotel
Free for participants. Key available at reception.

19:30
Movie Night at Isokuru Hall

“Space to be” - A freeride film. Filmmakers will be present for a discussion.

SATURDAY, MARCH 9, 2025

7:00
Sunrise Backcountry TourOptional. Participants need touring gear. Limited rental equipment available. Sign-up information will be provided later.

9:30
Morning Info & Warm-Up
Group photo in front of Mesta with gear. Snow conditions and weather update.

10:00–12:00
Freeride Workshops (Departing from Mesta)

Alpine Ladies 1A & Snowboard Ladies 1A: Introduction to skins by Salomon & Burton.
Alpine Ladies 1B & Snowboard Ladies 1B: Different terrain environments.

12:00–13:30
Lunch (self-paid)

13:30–15:30
Freeride Workshops (Departing from Mesta)

Alpine Ladies 1B & Snowboard Ladies 1B: Introduction to skins by Salomon & Burton.
Alpine Ladies 1A & Snowboard Ladies 1A: Different terrain environments.

16:00–17:00
Ride Stronger and Safer – Workshop
Focus on off-piste conditioning exercises for injury prevention.
Location: Isokuru Hall.

16:00–21:00
Sauna at the Hotel
Free for participants. Key available at reception.

19:30
Farewell Dinner and Thanks

Location: Popolo.
 
SUNDAY, MARCH 10, 2025
9:45
Opportunity for Backcountry Tours with Pyhä Ski School

Ukonhatun Round (Duration: 5 hours, €70/person)
Noitattunturi Round (Duration: 6 hours, €85/person)
Participation fee is paid during registration. Afterward, available spots can be inquired about and paid on-site. Required: Touring gear and a lift ticket. Departure from Mestan with gear ready. Gear options: Touring skis with skins, splitboard with skins and poles, or snowshoes with poles. Avalanche safety gear (beacon, shovel, probe) and food/drinks for breaks are also needed.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 6, 2025

16:00–17:00
Slope Tour and First Turns for Arrivals
No avalanche gear required as the group will stay on the resort slopes. Meet uo point: in front of the restaurant Mesta.

19:00
Welcome to Pyhä!

Location: Isokuru Hall, Conference Center (opposite Hotel Pyhätunturi).
Introduction, event overview, and group assignments.   

FRIDAY, MARCH 8, 2024

9:45
Morning Info & Warm-Up
Overview of the day's snow conditions and weather. Group division for workshops with guides.

10:00–12:00
Freeride Workshops (Departing from Mesta)

Alpine Ladies A2 & Snowboard Ladies A2: Introduction to skinning equipment by Salomon and Burton.
Alpine Ladies B2 & Snowboard Ladies B2: Refining technique in varied terrain. Groups will practice on the slopes if necessary.

12:00–13:30
Lunch (self-paid)

13:30–15:30
Freeride Workshops (Departing from Mestan)

Alpine Ladies B2 & Snowboard Ladies B2: Introduction to skinning equipment by Salomon and Burton.
Alpine Ladies A2 & Snowboard Ladies A2: Refining technique in varied terrain. Practice on the slopes if necessary.

16:00–17:00
Avalanche Safety Lecture by Helly Hansen.
Location: Isokuru Hall.

16:00–21:00
Sauna at the Hotel
Free for participants. Key available at the reception.

19:30
Movie Night at Isokuru Hall

Film: "Space to be" - A freeride movie. Filmmakers will be present for a discussion. Opportunity to ask about starting in freeride and filmmaking.

SATURDAY, MARCH 9, 2024

7:00
Sunrise Backcountry Tour

Optional. Requires touring gear. Limited rental gear available for participants.
Sign-up info for the sunrise tour will be sent later.

9:30
Morning Info & Warm-Up
Group photo in front of Mesta with gear. Snow conditions and weather update.

10:00–12:00
Freeride Workshops (Departing from Mesta)

Alpine Ladies: Challenging lines.
Snowboard Ladies: Avalanche beacon search drills. Practice with avalanche safety equipment and practical training with avalanche educators.

12:00–13:30
Lunch (self-paid)

13:30–15:30
Freeride Workshops (Departing from Mesta)

Snowboard Ladies: Challenging lines.
Alpine Ladies: Avalanche beacon search drills. Continued practice with avalanche safety gear under the guidance of avalanche experts.

16:00–17:00
Ride Stronger and Safer Workshop

Focus on off-piste conditioning and injury prevention to improve performance on snow and keep you healthy for the season.
Location: Isokuru Hall.

16:00–21:00
Sauna at the Hotel
Free for participants. Key available at the reception.

19:30
Farewell Dinner
Location: Popolo.

SUNDAY, MARCH 10, 2025
9:45
Opportunity for Backcountry Tours with Pyhä Ski School

Ukonhatun Round (Duration: 5 hours, €70/person)
Noitattunturi Round (Duration: 6 hours, €85/person)
Participation fee is paid during registration. Afterward, available spots can be inquired about and paid on-site. Required: Touring gear and a lift ticket. Departure from Mestan with gear ready. Gear options: Touring skis with skins, splitboard with skins and poles, or snowshoes with poles. Avalanche safety gear (beacon, shovel, probe) and food/drinks for breaks are also needed.

All rights reserved.

THURSDAY, MARCH 6, 2025

16:00–17:00
Slope Tour and First Turns for Arrivals
No avalanche gear required as the group will stay on the resort slopes. Meet uo point: in front of the restaurant Mesta.

19:00
Welcome to Pyhä!

Location: Isokuru Hall, Conference Center (opposite Hotel Pyhätunturi).
Introduction, event overview, and group assignments.

FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2025

7:00
Sunrise Backcountry Tour
Optional, you will need touring gear to participate. Limited rental equipment will be available for participants. Sign-up information for the sunrise tour will be sent later in the info letter.

9:45
Morning Info and Warm-Up in Front of Mesta
We’ll go over the day's snow conditions and weather, and split into workshop groups with the guides.

10:00–12:00
Freeride Workshop. Meet up point: Mesta.
Refining skiing technique in various terrain.

12:00–13:30
Lunch (self-paid)

13:30–15:30
Freeride Workshop. Meet up point: Mesta.
Exploring Pyhä's backcountry. We will move using both lifts and skins.

16:00–17:00
Avalanche Safety Lecture
Location: Isokuru Hall.

16:00–21:00
Sauna at the Hotel
Free for participants, key available at reception.

19:30
Movie Night at Isokuru Hall
“Space to be” - Freeride movie. The filmmakers will be present. There will be an opportunity to discuss starting a freeride hobby and making the film.

SATURDAY, MARCH 9, 2025

9:30
Morning Info and Warm-Up in Front of Mesta
Group photo in ski gear in front of Mesta. We’ll go over the day's snow conditions and weather, then split into workshop groups with the guides.

10:00–12:00
Freeride Workshops (Departure from in front of Mesta)

Alpine Ladies: Rope techniques and snow anchors by Varuste.net
Snowboard Ladies: Challenging uphill and downhill lines

12:00–13:30
Lunch (self-paid)

13:30–15:30
Freeride Workshops (Departure from in front of Mesta)

Snowboard Ladies: Rope techniques and snow anchors by Varuste.net
Alpine Ladies: Challenging uphill and downhill lines

17:00–18:00
Ride Stronger and Safer – Workshop
This workshop focuses on off-piste conditioning exercises that aim to improve performance on snow while also preventing injuries. You’ll get practical tips for smart training to stay in shape throughout the season.
Location: Isokuru Hall.

16:00–21:00
Sauna at the Hotel
Free for participants, key available at reception.

19:30
Farewell Dinner
Location: Popolo.

SUNDAY, MARCH 10, 2025
9:45
Opportunity for Backcountry Tours with Pyhä Ski School

Ukonhatun Round (Duration: 5 hours, €70/person)
Noitattunturi Round (Duration: 6 hours, €85/person)
Participation fee is paid during registration. Afterward, available spots can be inquired about and paid on-site. Required: Touring gear and a lift ticket. Departure from Mestan with gear ready. Gear options: Touring skis with skins, splitboard with skins and poles, or snowshoes with poles. Avalanche safety gear (beacon, shovel, probe) and food/drinks for breaks are also needed.

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Mimmit 1: For Beginner Freeriders
Level Requirements:

• You can confidently and smoothly ski at least red slopes and handle varied snow conditions.
• You are starting freeride skiing or need additional practice for off-piste skiing and movement (e.g., route selection, skiing in powder snow, and safety).
• You should be familiar with avalanche rescue equipment (beacon, shovel, and probe) and how it works, but you don’t need to be an expert since these will be introduced in more detail during the event.
• As a Mimmit 1 participant, you only need avalanche gear on Sunday if you are joining the extra backcountry tour with the ski school. All other program activities will take place on accessible off-piste areas via the ski lifts, so no uphill climbing equipment is required.
• Avalanche / skinning equipment: touring skis with skins or splitboard with skins and telescopic poles, or snowboard with snowshoes and telescopic poles.
• You need a valid lift pass for the workshop days (Friday-Saturday).
   

Mimmit 2: For Participants Seeking Confidence in Off-Piste Skiing

Level Requirements:

• You can ski in easy, wooded off-piste areas outside the marked slopes.
• You have some experience with off-piste but need more practice and confidence.
• You know what avalanche rescue equipment is and have practiced using it to some extent. You don’t need to have completed a formal avalanche safety course (e.g., FINLAV 1).
• As a Mimmit 2 participant, you only need avalanche gear on Sunday if you are joining the extra backcountry tour with the ski school. All other activities are in accessible off-piste areas via the ski lifts, so no uphill climbing gear is required.
• Avalanche / skinning equipment: touring skis with skins or splitboard with skins and telescopic poles, or snowboard with snowshoes and telescopic poles.
• You need a valid lift pass for the workshop days (Friday-Saturday).
  
  Mimmit 3: For Experienced Freeride Enthusiasts
  
  Level Requirements:
• You can confidently ski even steeper slopes, and skiing in wooded terrain is not difficult for you.
• Avalanche rescue equipment (beacon, shovel, and probe) is familiar to you, and you have previously practiced using it. You don’t need to have completed a formal avalanche safety course (e.g., FINLAV 1).
• You must have your own avalanche gear and previous experience with skinning and using uphill equipment.
• You should be ready to go straight into backcountry skiing.
• Mimmit 3 participants will move around the resort area both on lifts and by skinning, so you will need both a lift pass and avalanche gear for the entire weekend (Friday-Saturday).