AST 1 – Manning Park

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AST Level 1 (Avalanche Safety Training) – Manning Park

Based on the world leading curriculum developed by Avalanche Canada. This course is THE standard for anyone looking to venture into the backcountry. This course will set you up with avalanche theory and the tools for making smart decisions in the backcountry. Learn the most up to date techniques in the industry for avalanche companion rescue.

The course is comprised of: 4-6 hour online course at your own pace, an online meeting the night before your field day, and a full field day on the mountain with your instructor. On the field day, we will review the online course content and then dive right into a full day of field based learning.

Who’s it for?

• New backcountry skiers, split-boarders(No prior backcountry experience is required)
• Fitness for up to 2-3 hours of travel per day

What you’ll learn:

• Avalanche Theory: formation and release
• Companion Rescue
• Avalanche Safety Technology: Airbags, Transceivers, Probes, Shovels
• Human Factors
• Terrain Identification
• Avalanche Danger Ratings
• Snowpack Analysis
• Avaluator System
• Understanding Public Avalanche Bulletins
• Weather Tools

Itinerary:

• Online Course: 4-6 hour online avalanche theory course. Complete at your own pace during the week prior to course date.
• Online Pre-Meeting: 7PM on evening before course date
• Course Date: 8:15AM – 4PM Manning Park Ski Resort (Meet at chair lift base area)

Important: You will be required to sign a paper RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS, ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT at the commencement of the activity.

I have read and agree with the RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS, ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT
Scheduled Courses – 2023/24 Season

Private courses available on request. Contact us at info@bcskiguides.com for more information.