AIARE Level 2 in Crested Butte
Top three reasons to upgrade your skills in Crested Butte
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Challenging terrain adds an exciting element to the learning experience
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Thousands of acres of snowy wilderness at your disposal
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Thrilling double black diamond slopes to conquer in your downtime
Making safe decisions in the backcountry isn’t always straightforward when you’re in the field, especially when there’s avalanche danger. Having awareness of your surroundings and knowing what to do in tenuous icy terrain is an essential skill if you’re looking to go big and far for your next adventure. This is why Crested Butte, Colorado, the “last great Colorado ski town”, should be your choice for an AIARE Level 2 Avalanche course. This old mining town guarantees a thrilling learning experience. Learn how to recognize hazards and potential dangers while managing and minimizing risk in avalanche zones, all the while soaking in the picturesque mountain life in your downtime. What’s not to love?
SeasonJanuary through February |
Nearest cityDenver, CO is a 4-5 hour drive away |
Duration3 days |
Skill levelIntermediate |
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Learning outcomes
During this AIARE Level 2 Avalanche Course, you can expect to learn the following skills:
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- Differentiating where specific avalanche hazards exist within the landscape and identifying avalanche terrain where consequences may be more severe.
- Using and interpreting weather, snow and avalanche observations to locate appropriate terrain prior to entering and while in the field.
- Demonstrating leadership skills within a small team that include facilitating small group discussion, promoting appropriate terrain selection, and utilizing simple risk management strategies.
- Implementing a basic forecasting framework that can be used in conjunction with and in the absence of local supporting avalanche information.