Gravity Haus x CAG AIARE Level 1: 3-Day Course

Summit County,Breckenridge CO 80424

10 December, 2021

Description

Join GH members at an AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Safety course. These courses will help make you a safer and better informed backcountry user! About the Course The course we selected is the standard AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course 3-Day course, offered in the traditional classroom and field instruction format to introduce participants to the hazards of traveling in avalanche terrain. Traveling in the backcountry requires a solid understanding of avalanche risk and the knowledge to mitigate these risks through appropriate terrain assessment and decision making. CAG's AIARE certified leaders and instructors will teach you how to recognize, manage, and minimize these hazards and reduce risks. Gravity Haus Member Perks Access: Gravity Haus has partnered with CAG to reserve 18 spots across 3 different dates of AIARE Level 1 3-Day Courses, to help members get access to these extremely sought after educational programs, and learn alongside fellow GH community members.Pricing Discount: These classes are $595 to the public, and we are offering them at a reduced rate of $550. Price includes: Local AIARE Certified Course Leader and Instructors, 24-hour course with a 6:1 maximum instructor to student ratio, student manual and weather-proof AIARE field book, use of beacon, shovel and probe (if needed)!Gravity Haus Pods: We have reserved a pod of 6 in each of these 3 classes exclusively for Gravity Haus members. These classes have 4 pods each, so there will be other attendees, but you will be assigned to the same pod, so you are learning exclusively alongside fellow members.Gravity Haus Gear: Once you register for these classes, if you need to get your hands on backcountry gear, feel free to rent through Haus Quiver!What You'll Learn Trip Planning and PreparationReading and understanding the avalanche forecastClassifications and characteristics of different types of avalanchesRecognizing hazardous conditionsUnderstanding a mountain snowpackBasics of route selection and terrain managementManaging risk and decision makingHuman factors and influenceEfficient use of beacon/shovel/probeCompanion rescue techniquesGroup managementSyllabus & Schedule E-Learning materials and Student Manual are sent 1 month prior to course start to be completed. Students submit questions relating to E-Learning or Student Manual. Day 1 8:00 am – 12:00 pm: Classroom Presentations12 pm: Lunch1 pm – 4 pm: Instructor-Led Trip Planning LessonDay 2 7:30 am – 3:30 pm: Field Session; Companion Rescue and Making Relevant ObservationsDay 3 7:30 am – 4:00 pm : Student led tour and Course CloseFAQs Student to Guide Ratio: 6:1 - We have reserved a pod of 6 in each of these 3 classes exclusively for Gravity Haus members. These classes have 4 pods each, so there will be other attendees, but you will be assigned to the same pod, so you are learning exclusively alongside fellow members.Prerequisite: This course can be taken on alpine touring skis or splitboard. It is a requirement that participants are familiar with their touring gear and have experience on their setup prior to taking this course. Alpine touring skis and splitboards are available for rent from local shops. Students on skis or boards must be comfortable in steep blue to black terrain at the ski resort. * Per Colorado Adventure Guides' rules, all classroom based and hut-based courses we will be requiring Proof of full COVID-19 Vaccination or Proof of a negative COVID-19 Test 48 Hours Prior to the course.