AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course-$399. 3\17-3\19

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The AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course is a 3 day/24 hour introduction to avalanche hazard management. AIARE Field Blue Book, AIARE Student Manual and use of Ortovox Avalanche Safety Equipment (transceiver, probe, shovel, and pack) included in course price.

Instructional sessions (24 hours including both class and field instruction) :

1. Introduction to the Avalanche Phenomena

  • Types and characteristics of avalanches
  • Avalanche motion
  • Size classification
  • The mountain snowpack: an introduction to metamorphism and layering

2. Observations and Information Gathering

  • Field observation techniques
  • Snowpack tests: rutschblock, compression test
  • Avalanche danger factors or “Red Flags”
  • Observation checklist
  • Avalanche danger scale

3. Trip Planning and Preparation

  • Avalanche terrain recognition, assessment, and selection
  • Route finding and travel techniques
  • Decision making and Human Factors

4. Companion Rescue and Equipment

Student learning outcomes

At the end of the AIARE 1 course the student should be able to:

  • Plan and prepare for travel in avalanche terrain.
  • Recognize avalanche terrain.
  • Describe a basic framework for making decisions in avalanche terrain.
  • Learn and apply effective companion rescue.

Course Details

Classroom located within the Tahoe Mountain Sports store in Truckee, field work conducted on Donner Summit.  60% of course time spent in the field, 40% of course time in classroom.  Maximum course participant size is 12-14 people.  Ski rentals available from Tahoe Mountain Sports for $99 for the 3-day course.

Student Prerequisites:

Students must be in moderate physical condition and beable to travel in mountainous terrain on skis, splitboard or snowshoes, that’s it!

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When
March 17th, 2017 8:00 AM to March 19th, 2017 4:00 PM
Cost
Course Cost $399.00