This is an aiare standard level 1 avalanche course. Field and classroom on monarch pass with classroom sessions at the monarch lodge. Aiare avalanche education 2020 bondi outdoor leadership. The objective of the aiare 1 is to learn how to recognize risk in avalanche terrain. This is a 3 day course designed introduce and utilize the aiare framework as part of decision making in avalanche terrain. Aia redwood empire a chapter of the american institute of.
Aiare level 2 avalanche course logistics page sawtooth. New aiare fieldbook and personal items on the equipment list. Aiare avalanche rescue is a prerequisite for the aiare 2 and pro 1 courses. Aiare pro 1 aiare american institute for avalanche. If you took your course from aiare either a pro 2 or an aiare 3, this will show up in your profile. Baker mountain guides has customized the aiare curriculum to provide practical field skills for the pacific northwest. Understanding and mitigating human factors this course is 3 days in length and includes 24 hours of instruction. A large crown line from an avalanche in tuckerman ravine on mount washington. Lodging is discounted for those who are registered for this course. Similar to the traditional aiare 2 course, it is designed to train and certify workers new to the avalanche industry. It and the aiare field book or trip checklist are mandatory equipment to participate on the trip. Dec 12, 2017 colorado wilderness rides and guides aiare level i and aiare level i courses are designed to give you the best education to keep yourself safe. Both are quality providers and i am sure you would get a lot out of either but i would consider which would work. Backcountry skisnowboard haney meadow loop, diamond.
The aiare rec 2 course is designed for advanced recreational winter travelers who have already taken aiare 1 and the avalanche rescue course. Crystal card user manual the lexan or aluminum crystal card is designed to measure the size and quality of snow. This could include the daily trip plan, field weather and snowpack. Avalanche education aiare 1 avalanche course, lake tahoe. Aiare level 1 avalanche course north cascades mountain guides. Course registration documents aiare american institute. Aiare level 1 course manual, aiare field book, aiare level 1 certificate upon successful completion of course. Focusing on snowpack, weather, and terrain assessment, the course builds decisionmaking skills and grooms students for leadership in the backcountry. Three days of field book trip plans to demonstrate that you have applied the level 1 principles of decision making in winter backcountry terrain. The aiare field book is one of many snow study tools available for order from the bca online store. Aiare level 1 avalanche course colorado adventure guides. In 2018 aiare the american institute for avalanche research and education created both a recreational and a professional path for avalanche education providers. Aiare 2 precourse exercise aiare american institute for.
The avalanches and observations reference table is located near the front of the aiare field book and in this workbook in section 3. Students can expect to develop a good grounding in how to prepare for and carry out a backcountry trip, to understand basic decision making while in the field, and to learn rescue techniques required to find and dig up a buried person if an avalanche. The aiare 1 split course is a fourday 24hour introduction to avalanche hazard management. Aiare level 2 avalanche course winter 201920 leavenworth, wa. Aiare level 1 avalanche course north cascades mountain. Aiare 1 avalanche course olympia 2017 the mountaineers. Snacks, avalanche safety gear, backcountry touring setup. Colorado wilderness rides and guides is proud to present seven aiare level i courses, two aiare level ii courses and five companion rescue courses. Two of the bestknown aiare checklists are the communication checklist and decisionmaking framework or dmf, both prominently featured in the current aiare field book. This guide contains essential tools designed to maintain awareness and help manage human factors that can challenge an individual or groups backcountry decisions. Identify and support ways for allied members to network and market their services to architect and associate aia members. Record your observations in your aiare field book and use your knowledge attained in avalanche education courses to determine whether the snowpack is safe or not. Please call the office with any questions 8778735376 or book online for future tours by using the link below. If you took your course from another provider, you will need to provide a pdf or jpeg of your certificate.
One full field day is devoted to slope evaluation, route finding, and risk management. The aiare level 1 avalanche safety course is a 3 day 24 hour introduction to avalanche hazard management. This is a great course to take before heading out into the backcountry. Intensive 4 day course that covers the avalanche phenomenon, avalanche terrain, decision making, travel techniques, human factors, and companion. After successful completion of the aiare level 1 rec course students can further their education with aiare avalanche rescue course and aiare level. These values are reflected in the quality of our aiare level 1 avalanche course. New for 2017, the redesigned aiare 2 is designed specifically to meet the needs of advanced recreational students who have taken an aiare 1 and avalanche rescue class. Aiares online learning module will help you prepare for your course and give you a head start on the course material. The aiares first board of directors included robert morris as president, m. For courses like our aiare level 1 in vail we also include the cost of parking on vail pass. Our instructors continue with lessons in terrain selection, travel techniques, basic field based decision making processes, and make sure everyone leaves the course with the companion rescue. Dec, 2019 course cost includes student manual, aiare field book, use of avalanche safety equipment, snowmobile transport with fee, instruction, and guiding.
Aiare recommends that all backcountry travelers keep their skills current by taking an avalanche rescue course and receiving a rescue card at least every other year. Avalanche training aiare 3 american alpine institute. Faq about avalanche education courses and aiare level 1. Aiare level 1 avalanche course takes place 2 hours from seattle in leavenworth, wa. The curriculum is based on the aiare american institute of avalanche research and education level 1 curriculum and taught by aiare trained instructors. Field days will include travel on rugged terrain up to and exceeding 30 degrees, trail breaking, and 8 hours of travel carrying a day pack with rescue equipment and clothing. Aiare level 2 avalanche course north cascades mountain. The standard aiare level 1 avalanche course is a 3day course that combines both classroom and field instruction to introduce participants to the hazards of traveling in avalanche terrain. After finishing rec 1 and avalanche rescue, aspiring professionals can apply for the fiveday pro 1 course along with proof of 20 days of relevant experience in the field.
We built this award winning program with input from aiare instructor team members, amga ski guides, avalanche forecasters and feedback from avalanche course students. Cancellations of avalanche courses must be made at least 14 days in advance to receive a full refund. Along with learning the science and theory behind the avalanche phenomenon, students will be challenged to apply their new skills in the backcountry. Due to a portion of this course being funded by the olympia mountaineers it is only eligible to olympia members. George lawry as vice president, dan peterson as treasurer, and grove bolles as secretary. Enclosed is a map, profile, segment description of the route and a trip checklist word, pdf. Aiare american institute for avalanche research and. Aiare avalanches and observations reference guide found in the end of this chapter is a useful eld tool. The card has both 1 mm and 3 mm grids with a snow grain. Baker mountain guides aiare level 1 avalanche course is designed to provide our students with a foundational understanding of avalanches, observational and decisionmaking techniques, avalanche terrain assessment, and companion rescue.
Aiare seams a little more of a tough guy if you miss small things like rounding of numbers in a tempature gradient during a test for example. Aiare level 3 professional course american alpine institute. Aiare 2 precourse exercise aiare american institute. Reviewing the following material will be very helpful, especially if its been a while since your level 1 or it was not an aiare course. Identify potential future college of fellow members and assist with application process and support.
Aiare 3 is a course and exam that requires students to travel safely and efficiently in avalanche terrain. The course will use snowmobiles to access the higher elevation terrain near washington pass. Synnott mountain guides offers aiare 1 courses in the white mountains of new hampshire. As a provider for 15 years, nastc offers the aiare level 1 and aiare level 2 courses for the general public. Student manual pdf file and the use of avalanche transceiver, probe and shovel. The american institute for avalanche research and education aiare is a nonprofit organization whose goal is to provide avalanche instructors with the tools to educate students about the knowledge and decision making skills necessary to travel in avalanche terrain. Program details course cost includes student manual, aiare field book, use of avalanche safety equipment, instruction and guiding. New for 2017, the redesigned aiare 2 is designed specifically to meet the needs of advanced recreational students who have taken an aiare 1 and avalanche rescue class the aiare 2 is a threeday24hour course that provides backcountry travelers an opportunity to advance their decision making skills in more. Our hutbased aiare level 1 avalanche course is a 3day experience that combines both classroom and field instruction to introduce participants to the hazards of traveling in avalanche terrain. The pro 1 covers topics essential to the workplace including identifying. Aiare 1 avalanche course olympia 2018 the mountaineers. This reference guide is located near the front of the aiare field book and helps to forge a link between the avalanche and snowpack concerns described in the bulletin and each persons observations taken in the eld. Enclosed is an avalanche rescue checklist word, pdf.
Private aiare 1 course this is a comprehensive, entry level avalanche course designed for those with basic ski snowboard touring experience. Aiare 1day companion rescue courses aiare avalanche rescue is a oneday stand alone course that is intended to be retaken on a regular basis in order to keep abreast of best practices in rescue techniques and gear. If youve done your aiare 1, youve undoubtedly seen them. Aiare field book, student resources, use of ortovox transceiver, probe and shovel. The american institute for avalanche research and education aiare is a nonprofit. Our aiare level 1 courses are designed for people looking to build a foundation for safe backcountry travel. Aiare american institute for avalanche research and education. Our weather and conditions page has links to local weather stations, webcams, and weather forecasts. The aiare 2 course provides backcountry travelers an opportunity to advance their decisionmaking skills in more complex situations. Aiare level 2 avalanche course north cascades mountain guides. American institute for avalanche research and education level 1 avalanche safety courses teach back country travel with a clear understanding of the current avalanche hazards and communication. I also carry an altimeter, map and compass on every tour.
The american institute for avalanche research and education aiare is a 3day, 24hour introduction to avalanche hazards. Avalanche training aiare rec 2 course american alpine. Aiare level 1 chamonix chamonix mountain guides, ski. Alpine touring bindings fritschi, silveretta, dynafit or naxo are most popular or telemark skis preferably 75mm or wider at waist, 80mm 90mm are guides favorite. Ala redwood empire, a chapter of the american institute of architects, is an association that represents member architects and professionals in eight northern california regions including del norte, humboldt, lake, mendocino, modoc, siskiyou, sonoma, and trinity counties. Aiare was established in 1998 as a 501 c3 nonprofit educational organization to create a researched based avalanche education model for backcountry users with the belief that avalanche education, research, and training can prevent injuries and fatalities due to avalanches. This book is brand new, in excellent condition, and has not been used or written in at all. Skinning into huntington ravine on mount washington, by smg guide nick aiellopopeo. Avalanche training aiare 3 curriculum prerequisites. Lodging, food, avalanche safety gear, backcountry touring gear. American institute for avalanche research and education. With a mix of both classroom and field time, the focus of the course is to learn how to recognize hazards, how to manage and minimize them and finally how to.
For those who took aiare 2 before the split, the pro 1 bridge course is a twoday exam designed. Beverly mountain guides is celebrating our 16th year of teaching aiare avalanche courses in new mexico, and over 26 years of teaching avalanche education, and has been a constant resource for public, private, and military education in new mexico and beyond. Over snow transport alpine touring skis preferably 75mm or wider at waist, 80mm 90mm are guides favorite. Our instructors are passionate backcountry skiers and snowboarders who believe that avalanche education has the power to save lives. Every day of our aiare level 1 avalanche course includes field sessions on red mountain pass in the san juan mountains of colorado. Synnott mountain guides offers the aiare 2 course in the white mountains of new hampshire. Reservations cancelled within 14 days of the course start date are not eligible for a refund.
Avalanche education aiare 1 avalanche course, lake tahoe, ca. Provide a basic understanding of avalanches describe a framework for decision making and risk management in avalanche terrain focus on identifying the right questions, rather than on providing just answers. Lessons and exercises that are practically oriented, useful, and applicable in the field. Thanks to their hard work and perseverance, the redwood empire chapter was born friday, september, 1974. Course description the pro 1 is an entry level professional course for those seeking avalanche training and certification for employment in avalanche programs at ski area, transportation, heli and ski tour guiding, alpine and expedition guiding, snowshoe guiding, snowmobile guiding, and public forecasting operations. This comprehensive 3day course focuses on hazard evaluation, decisionmaking and companion rescue in avalanche terrain. The dmf highlights major tasks with five headers, describes essential ac.
The aiare level 2 is a 3day 24hour course that provides backcountry travelers an opportunity to advance their decision making skills in more complicated situations such as being the group. Participants can stay at the monarch lodge for an additional fee. To get the most from your aiare level 2 requires a solid understanding of aiare level 1 concepts. Our traditional level 1 is best suited for those who want to be mobile in the backcountry. Aiare level 2 avalanche course following the updated curriculum and led by harlan sheppard, dallas glass andor ian nicholson w ifmga guides john and olivia race in leavenworth, wa. For the aiare 2 student, the avalanche handbook offers a more complete look at the three data classes and observations that affect or influence snow instability and instability trends.
Course cost includes student manual, aiare field book, use of avalanche safety equipment, snowmobile transport with fee, instruction, and guiding. Traveling in the backcountry requires a solid understanding of avalanche risk and the knowledge to mitigate these risks through appropriate terrain. New for 2017 the aiare level 2 has been redesigned to meet the needs of advanced recreational backcountry users that have previously taken both the aiare level 1 and the aiare avalanche rescue course. Aiare level 1 avalanche safety colorado adventure guides. The aiare field book provides tools designed to help you plan and execute a successful backcountry trip. In light of community health advisories from various government agencies, alpenglow expeditions is pausing all tahoe programs through the end of april, at which point we will reassess the situation. The decision making framework dmf on opposite page illustrates a mental model of backcountry decision making.
Aiare level 1 avalanche course logistics page sawtooth. Avalanche certification aiare pro 1 american alpine. Download the pdf to your computer, fill it out, save it, and include it in your application. Aiare 1day avalanche rescue colorado adventure guides. The aiare pro 1 course is the introductory program for the new professional course flow. Aiare avalanche rescue is a oneday stand alone course that is intended to be retaken on a regular basis in order to keep abreast of best practices in rescue techniques and gear.
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