$375.00
Description
This is the essential course for backcountry skiers and snowboarders, focused on developing a solid foundation in avalanche knowledge and how it applies it to backcountry touring. IPAC’s experienced instructors will demonstrate systematic approaches for sorting and prioritizing information in the complex environment of decision-making in the backcountry. Topics covered include: preparation, planning, and execution of a backcountry tour based on avalanche conditions, avalanche terrain identification, hazard mitigation and safe travel techniques; weather, snowpack, and stability analysis; and advanced avalanche rescue techniques.
This course requires lift access via the ski area. There is no additional cost thanks to our generous host mountains.
Details:
- Required prerequisite: Students must have completed an Avalanche Rescue Fundamentals course
- Students are required to complete an online course prior to the pre-trip meeting. The online course takes about 5 hours to complete.
- The online course and pre-trip meeting are required for participation.
- Students must be strong intermediate-advanced skiers/snowboarders to participate.
- Students must provide all required equipment:
- Touring skis or split board – SNOWSHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED ON THIS COURSE
- Climbing skins
- Avalanche beacon, shovel, and probe
- Backpack (25-35L)
- Layered clothing appropriate for spending an entire day in the winter backcountry
Backcountry touring equipment rentals are available through North Idaho College – Outdoor Pursuits: (208)769-5941
Additional information
| Dates and Location | January 23-24 2027 @ Schweitzer, January 30-31 2027 @ Silver Mt, February 20-21 2027 @ Schweitzer, February 27-28 2027 @ Silver Mt, March 6-7 2027 @ Schweitzer |
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| Class Size | 16 |
| Online Course Portion | Yes |
Enrollment Policies
Age Policy
Students must be 18 years of age or older unless accompanied by parent/guardian except the Youth Backcountry 101 course.
Refund/Cancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend a course that you have registered and paid for, and you notify us that you are unable to attend at least 1 week before the date of the course, you will receive a 100% refund minus any transaction or processing fees. If you notify us less than 1 week before the course, you will receive a 50% refund.