Skiing Ability: (Level)
 
or snowshoes
Ski Technical Difficulty:
Mountain Skill Rating:
Physical Condition:
Includes:
Student Handbook and the use of avalanche transceiver, probe and shovel.
Does not include:
New AIARE Fieldbook and personal items on the Equipment List.
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AIARE Avalanche Level 1
Decision Making in Avalanche Terrain 3 Day
AIARE Avalanche Level 1 is now required to be a minimum of 24hrs. in length. This also meets guidelines set by the American Avalanche Association. This course is best done in 3 consecutive days.
Students must be able to travel in avalanche terrain. This can be done using skis or snowshoes. Please familiarize yourself with the following resources as they will help prepare you for the topics discussed in the course.
An AIARE Level 1 Certificate will be awarded upon completion.
Cost: $395
Dates:
Dec 1-3, 2007 (Sat-Mon) *Rescheduled
Dec 7-9, 2007 (Fri-Sun) *Rescheduled
Dec 15-17, 2007 (Sat-Mon) *Full
Jan 19-21, 2008 (Sat-Mon - MLK Weekend) *Full
Jan 26-28, 2008 (Sat-Mon) *Full
Feb 1-3, 2008 (Fri-Sun) *Full
Feb 16-18, 2008 (Sat-Mon - Presidents Weekend) *Full
Feb 29-Mar 2, 2008 (Fri-Sun) *Full
Mar 7-9, 2008 (Fri-Sun) Full
Mar 15-17, 2008 (Sat-Mon) **new date**
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On an AIARE Avalanche Level 1 you will learn about:
Introduction to the Avalanche Phenomena
- Types and characteristics of avalanches
- Avalanche motion
- Size classification
- The mountain snowpack: an introduction to metamorphism and layering
Observations and Information Gathering
- Field observation techniques
- Bonding tests: rutschblock, compression test
- Avalanche danger factors “Red Flags”
- Observation checklist
- Avalanche danger scale
- Trip Planning and Preparation
- Avalanche terrain recognition, assessment and selection
- Route finding and travel techniques
- Decision making and Human Factors
- Companion Rescue and Equipment
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 Equipment List
Logistics
 Avalanche Forecast
 Weather Forecast
 Road Conditions
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