AST 1 and Intro Ski Touring – North Vancouver and Whistler

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Intro Ski Touring and AST Level 1 (Avalanche Safety Training) – North Vancouver and Whistler

Looking to get into backcountry skiing or split-boarding this season? Or maybe you’ve already got a few trips under your belt and want to further develop your skills. This is THE course for you.

The course combines our popular introduction to ski touring and AST 1 certification. The AST 1 component is based on the world leading curriculum developed by Avalanche Canada. Through out the course we focus on practical application of AST course content for ski touring. Our goal is to set you up with a solid foundation of avalanche knowledge, tools, and the ability to pull it all together make make smart decisions in the backcountry!

Who’s it for?

• New backcountry skiers and splitboarders (No prior touring experience is required)
• Must be able to ski or ride a black diamond run inbounds confidently in ALL CONDITIONS
• Fitness for up to 2-3 hours of travel per day

What you’ll learn:

AST 1 Component:

• Avalanche theory
• Companion Rescue
• Human Factors
• Terrain Identification
• Avalanche Danger Ratings
• Snowpack Analysis

Ski Touring Component:

• Equipment Selection and Usage
• Trip planning
• Safe Terrain Usage
• Efficient Uphill Track Setting
• Modern Navigation
• Weather Tools

Itinerary:

• Online Course: 4-6 hour online avalanche theory course. Complete at your own pace during the week prior to field session.
• Online Meeting: 7PM on evening before first field day (Attendance is MANDATORY)
• Field Day 1 (Thursday or Saturday) AST 1 Course in North Vancouver or Whistler 8AM – 4PM
• Field Day 2 (Friday or Sunday) Intro Ski Touring in Whistler: 8AM – 4PM

Important: You will be required to sign a paper waiver at the start of the course.

I have read and agree with the RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS, ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT

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

Note on Lift Tickets: No lift tickets are required for the Mt Seymour Day 1. An Epic pass or backcountry pass is required for the intro touring day in Whistler (available for purchase in checkout).