Motorized Avalanche Rescue Fundamentals @ Wallace, ID
December 20
$75The Friends of Idaho Panhandle Avalanche Center is holding a Motorized Avalanche Rescue Fundamentals Course in Wallace, Idaho. The objective of this course is to become a prepared and informed group member in the winter backcountry. Avalanche Rescue Fundamentals is a required prerequisite for participation in IPAC Level 1 courses.
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Avalanche Rescue Fundamentals – Motorized
$75.00
Description
Students will spend a full day learning the basics of avalanche rescue with a qualified and experienced IPAC instructor. The objective of this course is to become a prepared and informed group member in the winter backcountry. All graduates are strongly encouraged to seek the guidance of a more experienced backcountry traveler or complete an IPAC Level 1 course before heading out on their own. This course will not take place in avalanche terrain. However, oversnow travel equipment (snowmobile, snowbike) are required. Remember, this course is a required prerequisite for participation in IPAC Level 1 courses.
Details:
- This course introduces the fundamentals of avalanche rescue and is a required prerequisite for participation in IPAC Level 1 and Advanced Rescue courses.
- Designed for beginners and experienced riders seeking review.
- Students must provide all required equipment:
- Snowmobile or Snow Bike
- Avalanche beacon, shovel, and probe
- Backpack (25-35L)
- Layered clothing appropriate for spending an entire day in the winter backcountry
Additional information
| Dates and Location | December 20 @ Wallace, ID, January 3 @ Wallace ID, January 5 @ Wallace ID |
|---|---|
| Class Size | 16 |
| Online Course Portion | No |
Enrollment Policies
Age Policy
Students must be 18 years of age or older unless accompanied by parent/guardian except the Youth Backcountry 101 course.
Refund/Cancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend a course that you have registered and paid for, and you notify us that you are unable to attend at least 1 week before the date of the course, you will receive a 100% refund minus any transaction or processing fees. If you notify us less than 1 week before the course, you will receive a 50% refund.