Avalanche Level 1 (AIARE) - Decision Making in Avalanche Terrain - SoCal

Description: AIARE Avalanche Level 1 class is a 3 day/24 hour introduction to avalanche hazard management for anyone recreating in the winter backcountry including skiers, snowshoers, snowboarders. The course provides a basic understanding of avalanches, developing a framework for decision making and risk management in avalanche terrain. The course comprises classroom and field work majority of the course spent in the field. This course is operated by Sierra Mountain Center, operating under permit from the Inyo National Forest.

Skills you'll learn:

At the end of the Level One 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

Duration: 3.0 days

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Required Legal Form:
This course requires the participant to read and sign a liability release form before participating. Please see "Required Legal Form" for the session you are registering for. You will need to print, sign and bring the form to your class.

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