MSC Membership Drive 2025

Mountain Safety Collective (MSC) relies in large part on our public membership program to sustain our professional backcountry conditions reports and related initiatives for Australian backcountry users. As a not-for-profit association, every new and renewing MSC member fee helps keep observation and forecasting teams in the Victoria and New South Wales mountains.

When you sign up through the membership drive period, you receive benefits like an on-demand member-pack, 35% off MSC merchandise, exclusive access to MSC maps and guides and discounts from key sponsors.

In 2025, new and existing MSC members go into the draw for monthly prizes from our generous supporters with winners drawn in June. July and August. More prizes will be added in coming weeks, so check back for more details.

Not sure if your membership is still active? You can sign in here to check or send us a message.

June Prize Draw Winners!

• Arc’teryx Rush Jacket: Amelia van Ewijk

• Black Crows Nocta Skis: Travis Nisbet

• Burton Family Tree Hometown Hero Snowboard: Steve Gretton

• POC Calyx Helmet & Nexal Goggles: Tabea Helmich

• The Climbing Company: Will Power

• Thredbo Backcountry Tours: Joel Williams

• Avalanche Training Australia: Adam Pridmore

• Blizzard Academy: Krissie Piskorz

• Alpine Access Australia: Dean Gossip

• Capital Brewing: Pei-Yin Lew

• Wild Magazine: Vail Cui

Arc’teryx Rush Jacket

RRP $1150 > $1200

Light, durable GORE-TEX shell delivering essential backcountry weather protection in Womens’ and Mens’ styles.

Your backcountry kit – tools that withstand rugged conditions and perform at the point of need – gives you the freedom to find new lines. The Rush is an essential component. Light and durable, the 80D 3L GORE-TEX fabric with GORE C-KNIT™ backer technology delivers waterproof, windproof protection with enhanced breathability. The StormHood™ adjusts for improved peripheral vision, an embedded RECCO® reflector can aid search and rescue, pit zippers ventilate, and multiple pockets organise small essentials.

Australian School of Mountaineering - Introductory Skills 4 Day Course

RRP: $1995

ASM's Mountaineering 1 - Introductory Skills course is designed to provide the perfect launchpad for anyone looking to step into the world of alpine climbing. Across four action-packed days, participants will learn essential skills, including snow travel, basecamp and snow shelter setup, rope handling, belaying, snow anchor construction, avalanche awareness, and more. Weather permitting, the course will also feature an ascent of Mt Kosciuszko or the opportunity to ice climb at Blue Lake, depending on which dates you sign up for. Valid for one person for courses on 28-31 July, 4-7 August or 18-21 August 2025. This prize will be drawn on Friday 18 July.

Salomon N S/LAB SHIFT² 13 MN BINDING

RRP: $1049.99

Pushing the iconic SHIFT recipe to new heights, Salomon’s SHIFT² bindings are trailblazing a new era of downhill skiability and uphill experience. Meticulously redesigned, these 13 DIN bindings elevate your skiing experience while remaining faithful to the revolutionary concept that made the original SHIFT bindings stand out. The Power Block technology features a revolutionary Single Block aluminum insert that enhances your boot's support, delivering an impressive 30% increase in lateral stiffness. This binding’s convenient switch, full heel rotation, and PIN toe design combine the ease needed for touring with the reliability you want charging down. Made with Carbon-infused PA, aluminum, and steel, these bindings are stripped to the basics for less weight while keeping all the safety and support tech you need.

Out Of Optics - Electra 2 Googles

RRP $749

The second generation of IRID® powered ski goggles: able to adapt their tint to light from S1 to S3 in less than 1 second. Powered by IRID®. Electronic, instantaneously photochromic and without batteries. 215° of field of view. Suitable for medium to wide faces. Made in Italy

POC Calyx Helmet & Nexal Goggles

RRP $705

Taking inspiration from both our ski and cycling heritage to create a truly multi-functional helmet, the new Calyx keeps you protected whether skiing, mountaineering or cycling. Pair this with the Nexal or Nexal Mid (smaller frame) goggles and you have the ultimate head and eye protection combination.

Thredbo Backcountry Tours

RRP $599

Private Backcountry Tour for two people. Choose your preferred zone and customise your experience for a day filled with pristine backcountry riding and breathtaking scenery. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a curious beginner, our expert guides will lead you to some of the best backcountry riding that Australia has to offer.

Capital Brewing

RRP $62

Win a case of Coast Ale - A delightfully refreshing beer! This easy drinker is fresh, crisp and clean with a smooth satisfying finish.

Wild Magazine - Annual Subscription (4 issues)

RRP $55

For 44 years now, Wild has been telling the inspirational stories of the Australian adventure community. And from the very beginning, backcountry snow sports have been at the heart of the magazine; back in 1981 when the mag was launched, the very first cover was of a backcountry skier. But our stories are not just cracking tales; they are crafted, well-written pieces unlike anything you’ll find on the internet. The imagery is amazing, too. Wild: Adventure. Conservation. Wilderness.