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AST 1 – Field Based (Ski) *Booked*
December 1, 2023 - December 3, 2023
$400
Field Based Avalanche Skills Training – 1
(Two FULL field days, Two evening sessions)
Are you an immersive learner? Do you love adventure? Then our field based Avalanche Skills Training sessions are for you. This program is designed to introduce you to the tools, techniques, plan trips and then teaches you how to perform a proficient rescue in the event of an accident…but COMPLETELY in the field and you’re welcome to join me camping overnight.
What you will learn:
- Avalanche formation and release
- How to identify avalanche terrain
- How to use the avalanche forecast to mitigate your avalanche risk
- using appropriate travel techniques in avalanche terrain
- Intro to companion rescue.
Sample schedule:
Day 1 – 1700hrs Introduction, Waivers, Materials, camp set up
Day 2 – 0700-1600hrs AM session, tour, PM session
Day 3 – 0800-1500 AM session, tour, companion rescue, debrief
Day 2 – 0700-1600hrs AM session, tour, PM session
Day 3 – 0800-1500 AM session, tour, companion rescue, debrief
*Note prior to payment you will be required to read, and understand the waiver. On the first day of your program you will need to read, understand and sign the waiver in front of your guide.
$400/Student