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Avalanche Training
Demonstrating the use of a Rutschblock Test to determine slope stability. Rick KaiserAAI's AIARE 1 avalanche course provides students with the tools, knowledge, and decision making skills necessary to travel safely in avalanche terrain. The first day of this three-day program is in a classroom in a nearby city or town followed by two days in the field.
- Location:Bellingham and Mt. Baker, WA; Seattle/Olympia and Mt. Rainier, WA; Leavenworth and Blewett Pass, WA; Spokane and Mt. Spokane, WA
- Season:December - March
- Length:3 Days or 2 Evenings and 2 Field Days
- Cost:$325-$350 Location Dependent
Analyzing grain size. Dyan Padagas.This course is designed for those who have an interest in expanding their knowledge and understanding of snow stability and snow stability factors. It is ideal for snow safety and guiding professionals and people interested in these and related careers.
- Location:Mount Baker backcountry
- Season:December - March
- Length:4 days
- Cost:$525
An avalanche class takes a day tour in the Mount Baker backcountry. Erik Johnson.This 1-day Avalanche course is for those who have already completed an avalanche education course and would like to refresh their skills. This field-based clinic provides an excellent review of the material in the AIARE Level 1 course and includes a discussion of industry updates.
- Location:Mount Baker backcountry, Washington
- Season:December - March
- Length:1 day
- Cost:From $125
A skier enjoys backcountry terrain. Lyle HaugsvenAnyone who is planning to venture into the backcountry without a professional guide needs to understand snow stability and avalanche safety. This course merges our AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course with our 2-Day Introduction to Backcountry Skiing -- A winning combo.
- Location:North Cascades, WA
- Season:January - March
- Length:5 Days
- Cost:$660 (minimum of 3 participants)
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