The Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 Course will provide an entry-level decision-making framework that is based on the most advanced knowledge available. It is suitable for use by people with basic training and little experience.

In addition, the course will:

* Provide the prerequisite knowledge required for further avalanche training.
* Introduce and promote the Avalanche Skills Training Level 2 Course as the logical next step for gaining intermediate-level decision-making skills.

Objectives
At the end of the course, students should be able to:

* Understand the basics of avalanche formation and release.
* Identify avalanche terrain.
* Know the steps required to plan and carry out a trip.
* Use the Avaluatorâ„¢ as a decision-making tool in areas where trips are rated using the Avalanche Terrain Exposure Scale (ATES) and where Avalanche Danger Ratings and Avalanche Bulletins are available.
* Find resources for obtaining ATES terrain ratings if their trip is not rated.
* Find resources for obtaining Avalanche Danger Ratings and Avalanche Bulletins if these are not available.
* Use appropriate travel techniques in avalanche terrain.
* Carry out a companion rescue.
* Understand the limits of their training.

Course Date: Sunday February 28 thru March 2, 2010

Time: In class… Sunday, February 28, 2010… 17:30hr SHARP!!! In the Field… Monday & Tuesday, March 1 & 2 (AM start time… call Matt for details)

Minimum Classroom Time Requirement: A minimum of six hours classroom time is required.

Minimum Field Time Requirement: A minimum of one day in the field is required.

AST Providers: Matt Atton & Darrell Dawson

Contact: Matt Atton 250-862-1247

Registration: $200/person ($50 pre-registration & pkg pick up at Venture Gear – Bikes & Backcountry… corner of Springfield & Spall… 250-979-4327)