Avalanche basic course
Are you interested in avalanche awareness or would you like to start ski touring and freeriding off-piste?
Description
How does an avalanche form, and what is needed for one to trigger? What does typical avalanche terrain look like? How do I plan a tour in the current avalanche situation? How do I search for a buried victim using an avalanche transceiver (LVS)?
You'll be able to answer all these questions and more yourself after this course. We'll work through the basics of avalanche…
Requirements
Safe and independent riding in the entire freeride area Arosa Lenzerheide
Interest in avalanche science
No touring experience is required, this is a basic course
equipment
Touring skis or snowboard (splitboard or snowshoes) possible
Touring equipment
Avalanche equipment (LVS, shovel, probe) including backpack
Food for on the go during tours
Weather-appropriate clothing (also suitable for ascent)
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Meeting point
9.00 Weisshornbahn valley
Price Information
3-6 people
220.- per person
Rental equipment
Equipment can be purchased, early contact is requested
Rental equipment
Registration
via contact form
Registration deadline
1 week ago
