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Motorized AIARE 1 | Lost Horse Backcountry | Full
January 14, 2023 @ 8:00 am - January 15, 2023 @ 5:00 pm
$495
Motorized AIARE Level 1
Format:
24 hours of instruction with the Mountain Riding Lab
2 part virtual classroom component + 2-day field component
- 70/30 field/classroom split, this course emphasizes riding time and teaches the fundamental aspects of the AIARE risk management process and decision-making for backcountry snowmobiling and snow biking in avalanche terrain.
Student-to-instructor ratio 6:1
Class size: 12 participants maximum.
Date | Time | Location:
Classroom Component | Wednesday 1.4.23 & Thursday 1.5.23 | Zoom Virtual Classroom 6 – 8 PM MST | 4 Hours Total
Field Component | Saturday 1.14.23 & Sunday 1.5.23 | Lost Horse Backcountry 8 AM – 6 PM MST | 20 Hours Total
Price: $495.00
The Motorized AIARE 1 is a 24-hour introduction to avalanche hazard management specifically designed for snowmobilers and snow bikers. This course addresses more than rescue and awareness; it is for those who intentionally want to travel in or through avalanche terrain and want to learn how to work with a group to manage their avalanche risk. Throughout a Motorized AIARE 1 course, AIARE Instructors identify and focus on unique elements of motorized backcountry travel, focusing on snowmobilers’ unique use of terrain, speed of travel, and group communication. With a 70/30 field/virtual split, this course emphasizes riding time and covers topics such as avalanche rescue techniques and equipment; preparation, planning, and execution of a backcountry ride based on avalanche conditions; how to track the season’s snowpack and interpret an avalanche bulletin; avalanche terrain identification, hazard mitigation and safe travel techniques; weather, snowpack, and stability analysis. This is the essential course for any backcountry snowmobiler, and there are no prerequisites. All participants receive an AIARE 1 certification after completion.
Participants must have:
- snowmobile or snow bike (reliable and appropriate for mountain riding)
- avalanche rescue gear (digital avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe)
- backpack (airbag pack optional)
- appropriate riding gear, extra layers, and food for a full day on the snow
- the ability to ride off-trail in varied terrain and deep snow, or single-track behind a leader in off-trail terrain.
- the appropriate trail sticker or state registration for your machine (or required trail passes for the riding area)
- transportation to and from classroom and field locations with your machine
During an AIARE 1 course, you’ll spend time learning these skills, both in a classroom setting and in the field:
- A repeatable process for managing risk in the winter backcountry
- Identifying avalanche hazard
- Developing a plan for travel in avalanche terrain
- Identifying avalanche terrain
- Build habits to maintain awareness, communicate with your group, and make decisions
- Learn and practice avalanche rescue skills
Further details will be sent upon registration. Pre-Registration is required. Maximum 12 students.
Course Registration:
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