Join us for our AIARE Avalanche Level 1 + Rescue Course. This course is designed for snow sports enthusiasts looking to learn essential skills for navigating the backcountry safely. This comprehensive course covers topics such as snowpack analysis, route finding, hazard assessment, companion rescue, and much much more. Led by the most experienced guides and instructors in the industry. Participants will gain the knowledge and confidence needed to make informed decisions in the backcountry. Whether you're a seasoned backcountry traveler or just starting out, this course will equip you with essential knowledge to mitigate risks and enjoy the mountains responsibly. It’s time to leave the lift lines behind and take your skiing and riding into the wilderness. 

This is a Hybrid style course. There is a 6 hour online learning that you must complete prior to the course start date. The evening before your course you will have a mandatory 2 hour Zoom call. In this Zoom call we will discuss our objectives for the course, answer any questions, give a lesson in tour planning, and examine the local weather and avalanche forecasts. Days 1 and 2 will be spent covering the AIARE 1 Curriculum. Day 3 is your AIARE rescue course. During this course we take a deep dive into more technical and complex burial scenarios. We also dive into what to do after an avalanche occurs, should you evacuate or stay put?

You will leave this course feeling very confident in your ability to be a vital part of your backcountry team. You will practice and develop the skills necessary to make informed decisions and know what to do when things go wrong.