Avalanche Skills training requires no prior experience, yet it is necessary for everyone who enjoys backcountry recreation. This one-day session provides a focused setting with fewer interruptions to enhance your expertise.
This training course comprises a four-hour indoor theoretical lesson and one full day on the slopes.
Avalanche Skills Course Content
Ability to plan, prepare for, and carry out a safe alpine expedition
Techniques for mitigating hazards while exploring in the backcountry
Avalanche terrain identification and classification
Justin Bower on Avalanche Training: Ascent Descent Adventures
Avalanche Skills Takeaway
Identify and navigate through avalanche terrain responsibly
Analyze the avalanche probability
The fundamentals of companion rescue
Recognize the elements that impact the snowpack
Specifics: Avalanche Skills
Duration: 1.5 Days
Experience: No prior experience.
Age: Minimum age is 18 years, and there is no upper limit.
Non-Residential: There will be no lodging, meals, or transportation provided. Participants must bring their packed lunch. During the course, soft drinks and snacks will be provided.
Equipment: All group equipment will be provided. No climbing shoes (plastics) are required. Bring your own 1-lit personal water bottle. Notebook Pen in a day pack to carry all your stuff.
