Avalanche Skills Refresher
The Avalanche Skills Refresher course is designed for experienced backcountry travelers looking to update and enhance their avalanche safety knowledge and skills. This hands-on course reviews key concepts such as avalanche terrain assessment, snowpack evaluation, and decision-making strategies, ensuring participants stay current with the latest best practices. Through practical exercises, including companion rescue techniques and terrain management, students will reinforce their ability to navigate avalanche-prone areas safely. Whether preparing for the upcoming season or just seeking a skills update, this refresher course helps participants regain confidence and improve their readiness for backcountry adventures.
Availability
December to March
Avalanche Training
Skills Refresher
Difficulty
Prior AIARE 1 required
Starting at (USD):
$250 per person
Topics Covered
- Weather Forecasting
- Avalanche Forecast
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Route Planning
- Full Day Tour
- Hasty Pits
- Final Decision Making
Itinerary
Open to experienced riders who want a pre-season tune-up. Prerequisite: AIARE 1 or multiple years of backcountry experience. 3 Student minimum for course to run.
Logistics and Gear
Prerequisites:
AIARE 1 or multiple years of backcountry experience.
Pricing
$250 Per person
What You’ll Learn
- Weather Forecasting
- Avalanche Forecast
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Route Planning
- Full Day Tour
- Hasty Pits
- Final Decision Making
Backcountry Gear Rentals
All private guided & group tour rentals receive 15% discount on AT Packages!
Alpine Touring (AT) Package (skis, boots, skins, poles): $110
Telemark Touring Package (skis, boots, skins, poles): $60
AT Skis and Skins Only: $80
Telemark Skis and Skins Only: $35
AT Boots: $60
Telemark Boots: $25 – Scott Excursion
BCA Avalanche Package (beacon, shovel, probe): $30
Beacon: $30
Shovel: $10
Probe: $10
Backpack: $15