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$375.00

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Description

This is the essential course for backcountry skiers and snowboarders, focused on developing a solid foundation in avalanche knowledge and how it applies it to backcountry touring. IPAC’s experienced instructors will demonstrate systematic approaches for sorting and prioritizing information in the complex environment of decision-making in the backcountry.  Topics covered include: preparation, planning, and execution of a backcountry tour based on avalanche conditions, avalanche terrain identification, hazard mitigation and safe travel techniques; weather, snowpack, and stability analysis; and advanced avalanche rescue techniques.

Details:

  • Students MUST complete an avalanche rescue fundamentals course as a required prerequisite for participation in IPAC Level 1
  • Students are required to complete an online course prior to the pre-trip meeting.  The online course takes about 5 hours to complete.  
  • The online course and pre-trip meeting are required for participation.
  • Students must be strong intermediate-advanced skiers/snowboarders to participate.
  • Students must provide all required equipment: 
    • Touring skis or split board – SNOWSHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED ON THIS COURSE
    • Climbing skins
    • Avalanche beacon, shovel, and probe
    • Backpack (25-35L)
    • Layered clothing appropriate for spending an entire day in the winter backcountry