Avalanche Safety Course
AIARE AVALANCHE RESCUE
One-day avalanche companion rescue course designed for both experienced backcountry travelers and newcomers.
Contacts
- Sat, Feb 13, 2021
- Committee: Tacoma Avalanche Education Committee
- Members: $190.00 Guests: $200.00
- Availability: FULL, 7 on waitlist (5 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
about
AIARE Avalanche Rescue is a one-day stand alone course that is intended to be retaken on a regular basis in order to stay current on best practices for rescue techniques and gear.
New participants will learn the basics of companion rescue, while returning participants will expand their skill set with advanced topics and realistic scenario practice to improve their skills.
AIARE recommends that all backcountry travelers keep their skills current by taking an Avalanche Rescue course and receiving a rescue card at least every other year.
Who Should Take this Course
The Avalanche Rescue Course is a one-day course aimed both at new and experienced recreational backcountry travelers and aspiring avalanche professionals.
Student Learning Outcomes
At the end of the Avalanche Rescue course the student should be able to:
- Describe what to do if they or a member of their party is caught in an avalanche.
- Identify and be able to use gear necessary for avalanche rescue.
- Set up a realistic scenario in order to practice an avalanche rescue response.
- Improve their response skills and times during and after the course with feedback from instructors and peers.
- Develop a plan for continuing practice.
All students will have the opportunity to get feedback from an instructor on their rescue skills and timed practice in a realistic scenario.
Students who have previously taken an AIARE 1 or an Avalanche Rescue Course will find value in having a professional help them set up realistic scenarios, practice skills in a realistic setting, receive feedback from an instructor, keep up with current best practices, and have an opportunity to practice advanced rescue skills.
Prerequisites
Students must be able to travel in the snow, and bring appropriate equipment for traveling on snow to class. There are no other prerequisites.
registration
The Tacoma Mountaineers has partnered with Edgeworks Climbing Gym for this course. Please register for this course on the registration link on the course page. Details regarding course format will be provided by Edgeworks.
Additional info/questions
Please reach out to Meredith Mosman (mere.mosman@gmail.com) for additional information or questions regarding this course.
Badges you will earn:
Avalanche Rescue Course
This course has no scheduled activities.
BACKCOUNTRY EQUIPMENT
- Day-Tour Ski Backpack
- Touring Skis, Splitboard or Snowshoes (Skis with alpine-touring or telemark bindings (or splitboard))
- Climbing Skins (for skis/splitboard, adjusted to skis)
- Ski Poles (adjustable length optional)
- Avalanche Transceiver (max 5 years old)
- Avalanche Probe
- Avalanche Shovel (metal blade is a must)
CLOTHING
- Socks: Wool or synthetic ski socks
- Base layers: Synthetic, wool or silk bottom, underwear and top
- Mid Layer: Synthetic or wool zip shirt
- Hard Shell or Softshell pants: A pair with side vents are best.
- Insulated vest or jacket: down or synthetic.
- Hard or Soft shell jacket: waterproof and breathable, no or little insulation.
- Gloves: a pair of heavy gloves and a pair of medium weight gloves
- Hats: one with brim, one for warmth
- Neck Gaiter or Balaclava: optional, but nice to have
- Helmet (recommended)
- Sunglasses
- Goggles
OTHER ITEMS
- Water bottles: 1-2 liters combined capacity (bottle insulators recommended)
- Small thermos: (optional)
- Sunscreen and lip balm (water/sweat-proof)
- Headlamp
- Toiletries, Personal first-aid kit (for your personal meds/needs)
- Camera or Smartphone
- Lunch/Snack food
There are no materials for this course.