AIARE 1 Ski & Splitboard
AIARE 1 Ski & Splitboard
DECISION MAKING IN AVALANCHE TERRAIN
Ski & Splitboard Only
Snowshoers Please See Our Snowshoe Specific Course Here.
AIARE 1 is a three-day / 24-hour introduction to avalanche hazard management. Students can expect to develop a good grounding in how to prepare for and carry out a backcountry trip, to understand basic decision making while in the field, and to learn rescue techniques required to find and dig up a buried person (if an avalanche occurs and someone in the party is caught).
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of the AIARE 1 course, the student should be able to:
Develop a plan for travel in avalanche terrain
Demonstrate the ability to identify avalanche terrain
Effectively use The AIARE Risk Management Framework to make terrain choices in a group setting
Demonstrate effective companion rescue
Aspiring professionals need to take AIARE 1 and Avalanche Rescue as a prerequisite for the Pro 1 course.
If the course date you are interested in is sold out, please contact us to get on the waitlist.
Course Details
PREREQUISITES . . .
Students must be able to travel in avalanche terrain and bring appropriate equipment for traveling on snow to class. There are no other prerequisites.
EQUIPMENT NEEDED . . .
Alpine Touring Setup (Available for Rent), Splitboard (Available for Rent)
Avalanche Gear: Beacon, Shovel, Probe (Available for Rent)
A more detailed list of what you need will be sent with your reservation confirmation email
LOGISTICS . . .
Three-Day Course (24-hour introduction to avalanche hazard management)
Days consist of both classroom and field practicum
Check out our Local Lodging Partners; your confirmation email will contain discount codes for the lodging partners indicated
Max CLIENT TO GUIDE RATIO . . .
6 Clients : 1 Guide
AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course: Discount for Chaffee County Locals
BVMA and Salida Rec have teamed up to offer the AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course—your first step in understanding avalanche safety and risk management in the backcountry. This foundational course is open to all who wish to gain vital skills in recognizing and navigating avalanche terrain, with a special discounted rate available to Chaffee County locals. Embrace adventure confidently with the knowledge to make safe decisions in winter environments.
