Event: Know Before You Go | Avalanche Awareness

Format: In-person presentation, free and open to the public.

Location: University of Montana, UC Theatre, Room:311

Date: Thursday, 2/8/2024

Time: 6-7:30 PM

Price: FREE! 

Prerequisites: None – just an interest in learning about avalanches!

Registration: This venue has limited seating capacity, and pre-registration is encouraged to ensure a guaranteed seat. Please take a moment to complete and submit the free ticket below to reserve your spot.

Description:

Join us for an enlightening evening of Avalanche Awareness!

Through an interactive presentation designed to equip you with essential knowledge and resources for recreating in the backcountry, we’ll discuss how avalanches happen, what to know before you go, and showcase simple steps to help you and your group have fun while staying safe this winter.

Topics Covered:

• Avalanche types
• Avalanche terrain
• Weather observations and considerations
• Avalanche forecast information
• Gear and equipment
• Trip planning and preparation
• Travel techniques
• Group dynamics and discussion
• Next steps and additional resources

Registration: