Avalanche Level 1: for Skiers and Split-boarders

We are a collective of veteran Avalanche Instructors, with decades of experience in snow safety and avalanche education. And we're not just educators, we are all from guiding operations with snow safety programs including but not limited to - Ski touring guiding, Heli Skiing, Cat skiing, Snowmobile guiding, and Forecasting to ski patrolling. Most of us have both northern and southern hemispheres to boot.W﻿e provide Avalanche Awareness, Intro, Level 1, Companion Rescue, Level 2, Avalanche Mentoring, Ski, Split Board and Snowmobile skills clinics.Avalanche Savvy LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, operating on a variety of private land, public land, and National Forest of the United States Forest Service under a  special use permit authorizations in the Routt National Forest and all appropriate permissions and permits for the other types of land.

Avalanche Savvy

Avalanche Level 1 - 24 hrs total (2 days on snow, 8 hrs classroom +online) the bed rock standard to travel safely in the backcountry.

Steamboat Springs

Avalanche Level 1 : This is a 3-day class the bedrock standard to travel safely in the backcountry under the<a href="https://www.americanavalancheassociation.org/education-overview" title="https://www.americanavalancheassociation.org/education-overview" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> American Avalanche Association Guidelines(A3)</a>.Learn more about us <a href="https://www.avalanchesavvy.com" title="https://www.avalanchesavvy.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Steamboat Springs Avalanche Education from Avalanche Savvy</a>Location: North West Colorado, multiple spots will be used in the vincinty of Steamboat Springs, Hayden, Clark and Craig. Travel Mode: Backcountry Skis or Split-board Dates: Friday Feb 6-Saturday Feb 7th, field days. Upon interest we will have an option to do the first day(class room sessions) via ZOOM Earlier in the week on Tuesday and Thursday evening. An Avalanche Level 1 class is an essential and foundational training program designed for individuals seeking to venture into avalanche terrain safely. This comprehensive course equips participants with the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to make informed decisions in avalanche-prone environments. Our curriculum covers key topics such as avalanche types, snowpack analysis, terrain assessment, route finding, and rescue techniques. Participants gain a deep understanding of the factors contributing to avalanches, enabling them to assess the avalanche risk and make educated choices to minimize exposure.The Level 1 course combines classroom instruction with practical field exercises, providing a balanced learning experience. In the classroom, participants delve into avalanche theory, weather patterns, and daily decision making cycles to use "terrain" which is the answer to all 9 avalanche problems. Participants also learn to use essential tools such as transceivers, probes, and shovels for effective companion rescue. Field sessions allow participants to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios, honing skills like snowpack stability assessments and safe travel techniques. Completion of an Avalanche Level 1 class is a crucial step for anyone venturing into the backcountry, ensuring they have the expertise to navigate and enjoy these environments while minimizing the inherent risks associated with avalanches. All students get a free trial pro-account for Caltopo, and OnX trial included with class At the end of the last day of class students recieve:<ol><li>Class completion certificate</li><li>Complimentary membership to the <a href="https://support.friendsofcaic.org/" title="https://support.friendsofcaic.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Freinds of CAIC </a>for the rest of the season, and Freinds of CIAC membership card.</li></ol><a href="https://www.avalanchesavvy.com" title="https://www.avalanchesavvy.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Colorado Avalanche Course</a><a href="https://www.avalanchesavvy.com" title="https://www.avalanchesavvy.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Steamboat Springs Avalanche Education</a><a href="https://www.avalanchesavvy.com/motorized-snowmobile-avalanche-class-colorado" title="https://www.avalanchesavvy.com/motorized-snowmobile-avalanche-class-colorado" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Snowmobile Avalanche Course</a>

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