AST 2 Whistler Kees and Claire Backcountry Hut

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Avalanche Skills Training AST 2 Course – Whistler Kees and Claire Backcountry Hut Day Course

The AST 2 course is for backcountry skiers and snowboarders looking get into bigger and more complex mountain terrain. The course provides deep understanding of avalanche rescue, avalanche forecasting, terrain usage, and snow science. The focus is on developing the skills to evaluate terrain and select appropriate ski lines based on the current conditions.

Staying in the Kees and Clair hut in the Whistler backcountry provides an immersive learning environment.

Who’s it for?

• Backcountry skiers and split-boarders
• AST 1 Certification or equivalent experience
• 1 Season of backcountry experience (15-20 Days)
• Advanced Ski or Snowboarding Skills (Black Diamond Inbounds)
• Moderate fitness for a full day in the mountains (1000m+ elevation gain)

Course content:

• AST 1 Review (4 hour online pre-course)
• Companion rescue techniques
• Snow science
• Route planning
• Weather observations and forecasts
• Avalanche forecasting
• Experience based decision making
• Human factors and biases
• Terrain usage

BC Ski Guides is a licensed provider of Avalanche Canada AST courses.

Important: You will be required to sign a paper waiver at the commencement of the activity.

I have read and agree with the waiver and cancellation policy

Whistler – Scheduled Courses – 2025/26 Season

Contact us for dates

From $1159 CAD

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Important: You will be required to sign a paper waiver at the commencement of the course.

Private courses available on demand. Please contact us at info@bcskiguides.com to book your course. Starting at $1159 per person.

 

INCLUDED	4 Field Days Hut Based Accommodation for 3 nights CAA Avalanche Professional Instructor AST 2 Course Materials Online precourse (Do at your own pace prior to day 1) Pre-Course Consultation
NOT INCLUDED	Meals 1 Backcountry Lift ticket for first day ($59) Transportation Ski Touring or Splitboarding Equipment Avalanche Safety Gear (We have available for rental) Snow study kit (magnification loupe, crystal screen, snow thermometer, ruler, saw) Note: Can be shared among students

Snow Study Kit Examples: https://backcountryaccess.com/en-ca/c/tools-accessories/snow-study-tools/