Each year increasing numbers of skiers, snowboarders, and climbers venture into the mountains to enjoy snow-related outdoor recreation. Regrettably, each year some of these people die in avalanches. AST programs are an essential first step to safe backcountry use in the winter. Course topics include avalanche terrain recognition, avalanche climatology, snow stability evaluation, alpine touring practices, avalanche accidents and search and rescue techniques. This course is instructed by a qualified CAA Professional Member. Class size limited to 16.
Prerequisite: Ski Pass or One-way Day Pass to Fernie Alpine Resort and students must have a shovel, transceiver, probe, skis/snowboard, snow shoes, and skins

Mon, Tue, Thu & Sat/ Jan 16-21 / 7-10pm (Mon, Tue, Thu) & 9am-5pm (Sat-field trip)/ $125 (includes book)
To register, phone 250-423-4691 or drop by the Fernie campus, Mon-Fri, 8am – 5pm.