Resource person: Tommy Gram reservations@bvmoiuntianadventures.com - 719.966.9939

Location: Steamplant Annex | 220 West Sackett Avenue, Annex is next door to the Steamplant Event Center, Salida, CO, 81201

Description:

AIARE Avalanche Rescue is a one-day stand-alone course that is intended to be retaken regularly to keep abreast of best practices in rescue techniques and gear. New participants will learn the basics of companion rescue, while returning participants will expand their skill set with advanced topics and realistic scenario practice to help improve their skills. In addition, each participant will have the opportunity to receive professional coaching and feedback on their rescue skills. All students will receive a rescue card acknowledging the completion date.

 

LEARNING OUTCOMES 
At the end of the Avalanche Rescue course the student should be able to:

• Describe what to do if they or a member of their party is caught in an avalanche.
• Identify and be able to use gear necessary for avalanche rescue.
• Set up a realistic scenario in order to practice an avalanche rescue response.
• Improve their response skills and times during and after the course with feedback from instructors and peers.
• Develop a plan for continuing practice.

AIARE Avalanche Rescue is a prerequisite for the AIARE 2 and Pro 1 courses.

AIARE recommends that all backcountry travelers keep their skills current by taking an Avalanche Rescue Course and receiving a rescue card at least every other year.

 

WHAT IS INCLUDED 

• One-Day Course (8 hours) (classroom and field practicum) 
• AIARE Rescue Card 
• AIARE Rescue certificate of completion

REQUIRED GEAR 

• Alpine Touring, Telemark, Splitboard or Snowshoes 
• Avalanche Rescue Gear: Transceiver, Probe, Shovel 
• Backpack and Appropriate Winter Clothing 

*A more detailed gear list will be sent out before the start of the course

REGISTRATION
The deadline to register is Thursday, December 19th, 2024.

Available spots: Full

Price: $211.50 - $235.00 Taxes waived

Required age: Over 16 years old on the day of the activity

Notes: Chaffee County locals will receive a 10% discount during checkout.

Prerequisites: Students must be able to travel in avalanche terrain and bring appropriate equipment for traveling on snow to class. 

More information: Participants must be 18 years old or 16+ with a parent present.

Tags: Winter Classes Adult Programs Youth Programs

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