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Each year increasing numbers of skiers, snowboard­ers, and climbers venture into the mountains to enjoy snow-related outdoor recreation. Regrettably, each year some of these people die in avalanches. AST programs are an essential first step to safe backcountry use in the winter. Course topics include avalanche terrain recognition, ava­lanche climatology, snow stability elevation, alpine touring practices, avalanche accidents and search and rescue techniques. This course is instructed by a qualified member of CAA. Class size is limited to 16.

Course runs Monday - Wednesday 6:30pm-9:30pm AND Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm

Ski pass or one day lift ticket is required for Saturday and is not included in the cost of the course.

Join Yamunska Mountain Adventures for a webinar-based learning approach to the AST 1 classroom portion of the course. Over two webinar sessions, we will cover all the material that was traditionally covered during the classroom day. The webinar will have an interactive approach with break-out rooms and group sessions to bring you the most up-to-date curriculum that is being developed through Avalanche Canada.

Backcountry skiing, split boarding, and snowshoeing are exciting sports but without proper knowledge, enthusiasts often take unnecessary risks. Educate yourself with an investment in our AST 1 Avalanche Skills Training Course. Proper training will make your winter travels in avalanche terrain safer and more enjoyable. Our avalanche safety instructors are full-time certified guides and professional members of the Canadian Avalanche Association. Their extensive personal experience in winter guiding, avalanche operations and forecasting will add an extra dimension of interest to your training.

On-line Program, consists of:

• Two on-line sessions: Jan 25 and 27 from 6.30 pm to 9.30 pm

• Field Day: Jan 29 from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm at Nakiska

Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 (AST1) for Skiers & Snowboarders. This 2-day course ensures you acquire the fundamentals critical to safe backcountry travel. This includes pre-trip planning, backcountry equipment, snowpack and avalanche hazard assessment, terrain selection and avalanche rescue skills. The first day is an indoor theory day and the second day is a backcountry field day.

This course is designed for skiers and snowboarders who wish to venture into the backcountry to learn about hazards and how to manage them. Our student to guide ratio is 8:1 as this ensures maximum safety and learning. Lift ticket is not included in the course price.

The on line classroom portion of this AST 1 course is scheduled on Thursday , Jan 27. The Field Day takes place on the Saturday, Jan 29. Please contact us if you have a group and want specific dates.

Our Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 course (AST 1+) provides an entry-level decision-making framework for recreational skiers and snowboarders in winter backcountry avalanche terrain. This comprehensive 2.5 day program is a blend of practical field days with indoor theory and review based on curriculum as established by the Avalanche Canada.

Please note this course requires touring skis or splitboard, skins & avalanche safety gear. If you require Backcountry rentals please let us know.

Our AST 1 course is a combo of our custom online course + evening online meet up + field day. At Stay Wild we provide a comfortable & supportive learning environment for you to learn & build your backcountry skill set.

Your gateway to the backcountry. Get off the chairlift and get out there!

Your course begins with self-paced online learning from the comfort of your own home. Then meet with your group in a short evening session to review essential concepts and discuss your backcountry plans.

Two field days begin at Whitewater Ski Resort - exploring decision making, avalanche dynamics and self-rescue skills while moving through backcountry avalanche terrain. Learn how to make the most of your backcountry adventures while staying safe, all in a supportive learning environment.

This structure provides great value and sets you up for success with maximum time spent outside on backcountry skills.

Find more information and FAQ's here:

https://skiwhitewater.com/lessons-programs/professional-courses/avalanche-education/avalanche-skills-training-1/

This course is offered in English

The level 1 Avalanche Skills course (introduction), will provide guidance to decision making and will be:

Based on the most advanced knowledge available.

Adapted for users with basic training and some experience

Introduce prior concepts for the next avalanche training.

Present and promote the safety course avalanche level 2 as a logical step for intermediate level decision-making skills.

At the end of the course, the student should:

Understand the basics of avalanche formation and release.

Identify avalanche terrain.

Know the steps required to plan and carry out a trip.

Use the Avaluator™ as a decision-making tool in areas where trips are rated using the Avalanche Terrain Exposure Scale (ATES) and where Avalanche Danger Ratings and Avalanche Bulletins are available.

Find resources for obtaining ATES terrain ratings if their trip is not rated.

Find resources for obtaining Avalanche Danger Ratings and Avalanche Bulletins if these are not available.

Use appropriate travel techniques in avalanche terrain.

Carry out a companion rescue.

Understand the limits of their training.

Duration: 2 days

Difficulty level: beginner

Canadian Avalanche Centre contribution fees not included

AST 1 snowmobile 2 day course.

What to expect from an AST 1:

Avalanche formation and release

Identify avalanche terrain

Basics of trip planning

How to use tools and resources like the avalanche forecasts and MIN reports

Appropriate travel techniques in avalanche terrain

Intro to companion rescue

Day 1 Vernon classroom

Day 2 Greytokes

Hosted by Kelowna Snowmobile Club. Members get a discount.

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We offer the highest standard of Avalanche Skills training in Whistler, with a proven history since 1982. If you ski or snowboard in the Backcountry, join our expert Avalanche Educators for your AST-1 course this season! Designed specifically for the needs of skiers and boarders in Whistler, our AST-1 is updated to include learning through our Virtual Classroom combining engaging theory sessions in advance of 2-days of practical field-based learning in a backcountry environment. This combo allows us to deliver one of the best Avalanche Skills Training experiences available. https://themountainschool.com/program/ast-1-whistler-2018/

Over 30 years of the best avalanche safety instruction on the North Shore Mountains! Our Classic AST-1 Seymour course is conducted over two days plus self-paced E-learning in advance through our Virtual Classroom and includes practical field-based learning in the backcountry of Mount Seymour Provincial Park. This combo allows us to deliver a solid Avalanche Skills Training course, with our AST-1 exceeding the minimum requirements set by Avalanche Canada for AST-1 courses. https://themountainschool.com/program/ast-1-mt-seymour-2018/

The AST 1 Course is a 2 Day Avalanche Education Course designed as an introductory look at how to approach your winter adventures in avalanche terrain. The goal of the program is to give students an entry level decision making framework that can be applied pre-trip and in the field to increase safety margins and maximize fun while starting to explore the winter backcountry environment on their own.

This course is an introductory course and open to anyone, kids and families included*. The first day is spent in the classroom learning the theory and mechanics of avalanche formation, while the second day is spent in the field. Our classroom day is located in either Calgary, Canmore or Banff with our field days taking place on the Icefield Parkway.

Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 for Snowmobilers

Class is online, choose the date of your field day.

Offered every weekend in Golden, BC at Quartz Creek

https://hangfiretraining.com/

Taught by Vancouver Island's most experienced mountain professionals, Island Alpine Guides courses at Mount Washington benefit from quick and exclusive access using lifts at the resort to get us straight into great backcountry terrain for touring, learning and riding.

Our Avalanche Skills Training One for Sledders features a customized curriculum taught by a sledder who is also a fully qualified avalanche forecaster.

Whether you are taking your first steps into the backcountry or looking to increase your knowledge base, the Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 program is for you. Our professional guides will teach you how to plan and carry out a safe backcountry trip, read and use the avalanche bulletin, utilize the vast array of online resources at your disposal, and carry out a proficient rescue in the event of an accident.

Our AST-1 course is designed to get you the skills you need to get up to speed quickly so you can maximize your fun and safety in the backcountry.

Online pre-learning combined with TWO full 8-hour field days.

Pre-Learning - We have moved our classrooms to online! This self-paced online pre-learning will provide you with the foundational knowledge to apply to your field days. All material must be completed before your first field day.

Please contact us if you wish to book this as a private course for you and your friends or family. Custom dates are available.

https://kootenaybackcountryguides.com/avalanche-education#AST1

Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 (AST1) for Skiers & Snowboarders. This 2-day course ensures you acquire the fundamentals critical to safe backcountry travel. This includes pre-trip planning, backcountry equipment, snowpack and avalanche hazard assessment, terrain selection and avalanche rescue skills. The first day is an indoor theory day and the second day is a backcountry field day.

This course is designed for skiers and snowboarders who wish to venture into the backcountry to learn about hazards and how to manage them. Our student to guide ratio is 8:1 as this ensures maximum safety and learning. Lift ticket is not included in the course price.

Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 (AST1) for Skiers & Snowboarders. This 2-day course ensures you acquire the fundamentals critical to safe backcountry travel. This includes pre-trip planning, backcountry equipment, snowpack and avalanche hazard assessment, terrain selection and avalanche rescue skills. The first day is an indoor theory day and the second day is a backcountry field day.

This course is designed for skiers and snowboarders who wish to venture into the backcountry to learn about hazards and how to manage them. Our student to guide ratio is 8:1 as this ensures maximum safety and learning. Lift ticket is not included in the course price.

Our courses are taught with every precaution not to get COVID. You must be onboard with the measures recommended by science to ensure we have a great course minus COVID period. If this is you, please continue reading.

The Avalanche Skills Training (AST) Level 1 Course will provide an entry-level decision-making framework that is based on the most advanced knowledge available. It is suitable for use by people with basic training and little experience.

Both days are outside taught by ACMG guides with many years experience. We can not think about teaching an avalanche course in a classroom or online. We teach them with hands in the snow. If you are an outside learner - our courses are for you! If you are a classroom learner, then there are many other courses that offer this type of learning.

Sorry boys this ones for the ladies.

Come and learn with a crew of like minded women!

Our AST 1 course is a combo of our custom online course + evening online meet up + field day. At Stay Wild we provide a comfortable & supportive learning environment for you to learn & build your backcountry skill set.

An AST 1 course is where you’ll learn the fundamentals of travelling in avalanche terrain. An AST 1 course comprises a minimum of seven hours of classroom instruction with one full day in the field, and is suitable for people with basic training and little experience.

AST 1 Course Objectives

At the end of the course, students should be able to:

• Understand the basics of avalanche formation and release.

• Identify avalanche terrain.

• Know the steps required to plan and carry out a trip.

• Use the Avaluator 2.0 as a decision-making tool in areas where trips are rated using the Avalanche Terrain Exposure Scale (ATES) and where avalanche bulletins are available.

• Find resources for obtaining ATES terrain ratings if their trip is not rated.

• Find resources for obtaining avalanche danger ratings and avalanche bulletins if these are not available.

• use appropriate travel techniques in avalanche terrain.

• Carry out a companion rescue.

• Understand the limits of their training.

*transceiver, probe, shovel and pack provided

www.sunpeaksbackcountry.com

Avalanche Skills Training course travelling into Castle Mountain backcountry

Saturday Sunday course. Classroom day is in Kimberley, BC. The field day will be a short drive out of town, meeting at the trailhead.

All students must be vaccinated against Covid-19.

Learn avalanche skills training and the principles of winter backcountry travel with the safety experts from Yamnuska. We are a proud ‘Contributor’ to Avalanche Canada and an approved Avalanche Skills Training course provider. We run courses in Canmore / Banff and Calgary.

Backcountry skiing, split boarding, and snowshoeing are exciting sports but without proper knowledge, enthusiasts often take unnecessary risks. Educate yourself with an investment in our AST 1 Avalanche Skills Training Course in Canmore and Calgary. Proper training will make your winter travels in avalanche terrain safer and more enjoyable. Our avalanche safety instructors are full-time certified guides and professional members of the Canadian Avalanche Association. Their extensive personal experience in winter guiding, avalanche operations, and forecasting will add an extra dimension of interest to your training.