Crevasse Rescue Course on Lake Louise
Top three reasons to upgrade your skills in Lake Louise
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Explore Alberta’s beautiful backcountry
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Refresh and update your knowledge with realistic scenario practice
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Learn the fundamentals of crevasse rescue in the legendary Lake Louise area
In Alberta’s already rich repertoire of skiing and climbing destinations, Lake Louise stands out as one of the highlights. And how could it not—in the Lake, wherever you turn you’ll see a magnificent powder bowl, a photogenic ridge, or a peak itching to be climbed. The area is so impressive that some ski events in the 1998 Winter Olympics were hosted there! However, if you aim to venture deeper into Alberta’s stunning wilderness, you should aim to keep safe. In the backcountry, proper crevasse rescue skills are paramount and could mean the difference between life and death. This course was designed to teach you or refresh your knowledge of optimal crevasse rescue practices and gear use. As such, it’s an essential tour for every backcountry adventurer. This winter, put safety first and push your crevasse rescue knowledge to the next level in the ever-alluring Lake Louise.
SeasonDecember through January |
Nearest cityCalgary, Alberta, is 2 hours away from Lake Louise |
Duration2 days |
Skill levelBeginner to advanced |
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Learning outcomes
This course is meant to prepare you for decision-making in complex rescue scenarios, and adapting said decisions to site-specific information. This will make you act quicker in real-life rescue situations. Throughout the course, you’ll learn about:
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- Arresting the fall, assessing the situation and decision point
- T-slot and ice screw anchors
- Transferring load and decision point
- Belaying to the lip of crevasse and decision point