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Motorized AIARE Level 1

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Motorized AIARE 1 is a 24 hour introduction to avalanche hazard management specifically designed for snowmobilers and snow bikers. This course addresses more than rescue and awareness; it is for those who intentionally want to travel in or through avalanche terrain and want to learn how to work with a group to manage their avalanche risk. Throughout a Motorized AIARE 1 course, AIARE Instructors identify and focus on unique elements of motorized backcountry travel, focusing on snowmobilers’ unique use of terrain, speed of travel, and group communication. With a 70/30 field/virtual split, this course emphasizes riding time and covers topics such as avalanche rescue techniques and equipment; preparation, planning, and execution of a backcountry ride based on avalanche conditions; how to track the season's snowpack and interpret an avalanche bulletin; avalanche terrain identification, hazard mitigation and safe travel techniques; weather, snowpack, and stability analysis. This is the essential course for any backcountry snowmobiler and there are no prerequisites. All participants receive an AIARE 1 certification after completion.





For Winter 2020/21, this course will consist of (2) 2 hour virtual classroom sessions and (2) field days, along with a self directed online portion.

Full details will be sent before course start.

Pre-Registration Required. Maximum 12 students.

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Participants must have:
  • snowmobile or snow bike (reliable and appropriate for mountain riding)​ 
  • avalanche rescue gear (digital avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe)
  • backpack (airbag pack optional)
  • appropriate riding gear, extra layers, and food for a full day on the snow
  • basic ability to ride off trail in varied terrain and deep snow, or single-track behind a leader in off-trail terrain.
  • the appropriate trail sticker or state registration for your machine (or required trail passes for riding area)
  • transportation to and from classroom and field locations with your machine
Learning Outcomes
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At the end of the AIARE 1 course, the student should be able to:
  • Develop a plan for travel in avalanche terrain.
  • Demonstrate the ability to identify avalanche terrain.
  • Effectively use The AIARE Risk Management Framework to make terrain choices in a group setting.
  • Demonstrate effective companion rescue.
REFUND POLICY: If you need to cancel or change your booking, please contact us via email ASAP. There will be no refunds for cancellations less than 7 days before the course start date. Within 7 days, you can reschedule for another available course during the same season or forfeit your tuition if there is no waiting list to fill your spot.
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