Avalanche Skills Training 1 (AST1) - Snowmobilers
December 21, 2024 08:30 am to December 22, 2024 05:00 am
Duration: 2 days (1 day of 8 hours classroom, and 1 day in the mountains, accessed by sleds). The class will be hosted in Prince George and Wells/Barkerville area unless otherwise identified.
By the end of this introductory course, you will understand how to:
- Evaluate the basics of avalanche formation and release
- Identify avalanche terrain
- Know the steps required to plan and carry out a trip
- Use appropriate decision-making tools
- Find resources for obtaining terrain ratings if a trip is not rated
- Find resources for obtaining Avalanche Danger Ratings and Avalanche Bulletins if these are not available
- Carry out a companion rescue
- Understand the limits of your training.
Participants must have a sled, helmet, and basic avy gear (shovel, probe, and digital transceiver). We can rent you avalanche gear if let us know in advance.
Participants under the age of 19 must register with a parent that will accompany them as a full participant.
Pricing: $400+GST.
Offered for recreational users, or modified for occupational courses.
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