AIARE 1 Avalanche Course

5.0 (1)

Group Size

Max 6 people

Duration

2 days

Get Educated with Core Mountain Guides: Our Avalanche Education Courses are the gateway to unlocking the secrets of the snow-covered wilderness. Whether you’re a seasoned backcountry enthusiast or a fresh powder convert, we have a program to take your skills to the next level. Every course provides instruction on avalanche hazard identification, tour planning, decision making and rescue techniques, and is taught solely by IFMGA Mountain Guide Paul Rachele. These courses combine cutting-edge curriculum with hands-on experiences, ensuring you gain the competence to make informed decisions in avalanche terrain.

Don’t let uncertainty cast a shadow on your backcountry adventures. Enroll in our AIARE 1 Avalanche Course and step into the winter wonderland with confidence, knowledge, and a thirst for adventure safely quenched. Your next breathtaking journey awaits – make it unforgettable for all the right reasons!

All participants are required to be on tourings skis or splitboard for the field portion.

The date for the course start is the first day of the field session. There will be approximately 5 hours of self-directed online learning that students must complete prior to the field session. There will also be a 3 hour zoom two nights before the field session. If the start date of your program is Saturday, the online zoom happens Thursday night from 6-9 PM ET.

Students are responsible for person equipment, food, travel, lodging and internet access during the program. Let us know if you'd like to demo Mammut Avalanche Safety Equipment -- shovel, beacon and probe included in the cost of the program.

All courses take place on Mount Washington in the White Mountain National Forest