Alaska Mountain Guides Level One Avalanche Class

January 11 & 12

    $85 per person  

 Must be an Alta Employee  

 Registration (required) through AMG at 801.742.0100,  climb@alaskamountainguides.com

    
    The course will run until approximately 6:00PM  (Although we anticipate being done earlier).
    Skiers only/ Must have pass
    Bringing your own beacon, shovel and probe id preferred
    Don't forget to bring food, water, and appropriate gear for weather

    Course details:
    Avalanche Course Level I: This 2-day course with AMG is a backcountry course.  
    What you can expect to learn?
    • How to recognize avalanche terrain.
    • Different types of snow crystals within the snow pack that lead to instability
    • How to recognize weather and terrain features that lead to instability
    • Field tests that help evaluate stability/instability
    • Safe and efficient transceiver use
    • Safe winter travel
    • Other rescue considerations