"Decision Making in Avalanche Terrain"
This course introduces skiers and splitboarders to the avalanche phenomena, the types and characteristics of avalanches, and identification and planning of safe routes/travel in avalanche terrain. The course has a major focus on developing solid group communication skills and recognizing and facilitating group dynamics to manage risk. You will also learn how to respond in an avalanche emergency using your avalanche beacon, rescue tools, and techniques to locate victims of an avalanche.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Plan and prepare for travel in avalanche terrain.
Recognize avalanche terrain.
Describe a basic framework for making decisions in avalanche terrain.
Learn and apply effective companion rescue.
Course Schedule:
Tue, Jan 4, 2022 - Mon, Jan 24, 2022
Four required weekday evening Zoom lectures 6:15 to 8:45 pm
One weekend Field Session at Snoqualmie Pass 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Course Fee: Members: $420, Guests: $500 (Scholarships available)