Intro Ski Touring and AST 1 – Whistler

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Intro Ski Touring and AST Level 1 (Avalanche Safety Training) – Whistler

Looking to get into backcountry skiing or split-boarding this season? Or maybe you’ve already got a few trips under your belt and want to further develop your skills. This is THE course for you.

The course combines our popular introduction to ski touring and AST 1 certification. The AST 1 component is based on the world leading curriculum developed by Avalanche Canada. Through out the course we focus on practical application of AST course content for ski touring. Our goal is to set you up with a solid foundation of avalanche knowledge, tools, and the ability to pull it all together make make smart decisions in the backcountry!

Who’s it for?

• New backcountry skiers and splitboarders (No prior touring experience is required)
• Can ski or ride a blue run inbounds confidently
• Fitness for up to 2-3 hours of travel per day

What you’ll learn:

AST 1 Component:

• Avalanche theory
• Companion Rescue
• Human Factors
• Terrain Identification
• Avalanche Danger Ratings
• Snowpack Analysis

Ski Touring Component:

• Equipment Selection and Usage
• Trip planning
• Safe Terrain Usage
• Efficient Uphill Track Setting
• Modern Navigation
• Weather Tools

Itinerary:

• Online Course: 4-6 hour online avalanche theory course. Complete at your own pace during the week prior to field session.
• Online Meeting: 7PM on evening before first field day
• Field Day 1: 7:30AM – 3:30PM Whistler/Blackcomb Backcountry
• Field Day 2: 7:30AM – 3:30PM Whistler/Blackcomb Backcountry

Scheduled Courses – 2021/2022 Season

Important: You will be required to sign a waiver at the beginning of your course or guided trip. Please ensure you have read and understood the waiver prior to the course start date.
Avalanche Course Waiver: AvalancheCanadaWaiver2019.pdf