This course is a great entry point for those just starting to dip their toes in winter backcountry travel. We are more focused on the basic principles of identifying avalanche terrain than traveling through it. Within a short distance of a trailhead you will learn important terminology, how to initiate a rescue, how to read an avalanche forecast, develop a trip plan, and the do’s and don’t of winter travel. All travel modes welcome.
This course is a great entry point for those new to backcountry snow travel. We will introduce you to tools and concepts to learn to identify and avoid avalanche terrain. We will:
There with be an optional 1/2-hour morning session where you can meet with an instructor to discuss personal gear and equipment ahead of the clinic.
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Dec 9, 2023 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: 3 |
Glen Alps | N/A | Wait List | Dec 9, 2023 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: 3 | Glen Alps | Wait List |
Dec 23, 2023 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Total spaces remaining: 13 |
Juneau, Eaglecrest | $100.00 (USD) | Register | Dec 23, 2023 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Total spaces remaining: 13 | Juneau, Eaglecrest | Register |
Dec 23, 2023 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: 0 |
Arctic Valley | N/A | Wait List | Dec 23, 2023 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: 0 | Arctic Valley | Wait List |
Jan 6, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: 0 |
Arctic Valley | N/A | Wait List | Jan 6, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: 0 | Arctic Valley | Wait List |
Jan 20, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: -2 |
Glen Alps | N/A | Wait List | Jan 20, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: -2 | Glen Alps | Wait List |
Feb 3, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: 0 |
Hatcher Pass | N/A | Wait List | Feb 3, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: 0 | Hatcher Pass | Wait List |
Feb 17, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: 1 |
Glen Alps | $100.00 (USD) | Register | Feb 17, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: 1 | Glen Alps | Register |
Mar 2, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: 13 |
Hatcher Pass | $100.00 (USD) | Register | Mar 2, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: 13 | Hatcher Pass | Register |
Mar 16, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: 16 |
Glen Alps | $100.00 (USD) | Register | Mar 16, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: 16 | Glen Alps | Register |
Mar 30, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: 15 |
Glen Alps | $100.00 (USD) | Register | Mar 30, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Total spaces remaining: 15 | Glen Alps | Register |
Alaska Avalanche Information Center Scholarships
AAIC received a grant from ConocoPhillips to distribute 18 tuition-free motorized Level 1 courses to folks in rural areas of the state–application period is now OPEN
Johnny Soderstrom Memorial Scholarship
Hatcher Pass Avalanche Center (HPAC) is excited to offer eight scholarship opportunities for avalanche education programs. Applicants must be AK/Valley residents. Each scholarship will provide up $250 toward tuition for a recreational avalanche course.
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