​​Level 2 Avalanche w/ Avalanche Rescue

240 South Glenwood St.,Jackson WY 83001

12 January, 2022

Description

Leadership in avalanche terrain-analyzing snow stability and avalanche hazard. Leadership and rescue scene management. ​January 12-16, 2022​ Wednesday’s 5pm - 9pm Thursday 8am - 5pm Field Friday 9am - 5pm Classroom Saturday and Sunday 7am - 5pm Field) ​Cost $750 The Level 2 course is a 4-Day 30-hour program that provides backcountry leaders the opportunity to advance their avalanche knowledge and decision making skills. The Level 2 builds from the introductory avalanche hazard management model introduced in the Level 1 and adds to it the evaluation of factors critical to stability evaluation and terrain selection. Avalanche Rescue is an 8-hour module intended for individuals to develop and demonstrate leadership and group management on avalanche rescue scenes. Participants will be introduced to avalanche scene management, rescue coordination and rescue techniques. Participants will be evaluated on their performance at the end of the course with written and verbal feedback from the instructors. This course is a prerequisite for the Rec Level 2 and Pro 1 Avalanche Courses. STUDENT PREREQUISITES Participants must have previously completed a Level 1 Avalanche Training and an Avalanche Rescue Course. At least one year since the participant’s Level 1 course is recommended before taking the Level 2. Must be capable of a full day of traveling to, in and around avalanche terrain for multiple days in a row at elevation. Physically fit enough to carry a 20 lbs. pack, while skiing uphill and downhill in variable snow and weather conditions. It is strongly recommended having a WFA or higher medical training. Central Wyoming College's Jackson Outreach Center serves the needs of the local community by offering affordable, quality education. You can take classes to upgrade job skills, train for technical careers, prepare for your bachelor's degree or take non-credit classes that enrich your life. Flagship programming in Jackson includes an accredited culinary and hospitality program that has an impressive 100% employment rate upon graduation.