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Backcountry 101
Youth Avalanche Education
Backcountry 101
Youth Avalanche Education
Backcountry 101
Description Dates
8 hours / $125

This course is specifically designed for youth new to the backcountry. Heavy on practical, usable skills and local information, this is a great place for students to start building their avalanche skills.

Recommended age range for this course is 13-17 years old.

Alyeska Resort and Arctic Valley Ski Area make ideal settings for young backcountry users, allowing BC 101 participants to maximize field and practice time. Students will finish the course with understanding of:

  • Avalanche formation
  • Recognition of red flags for avalanche hazard
  • Safe travel techniques
  • Self-help and backcountry rescue
  • Decision-making
  • Terrain analysis
  • Interaction with local avalanche professionals & online resources

** Tuition does not include Lift Ticket **

Event Location Price Date Location
Dec 30, 2022
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Total spaces remaining: 18
Juneau, Eaglecrest TBA Register Dec 30, 2022
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Total spaces remaining: 18
Juneau, Eaglecrest Register
Mar 11, 2023
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Total spaces remaining: 18
Arctic Valley TBA Register Mar 11, 2023
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Total spaces remaining: 18
Arctic Valley Register

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