AVALANCHE RESCUE starting from $285
Avalanche Rescue focuses on critical life-saving techniques for helping others during avalanche emergencies. This course equips you with the skills to conduct effective searches and rescues, preparing you to assist in high-stress situations, whether it’s for companions or others in the backcountry.
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Master beacon use, probing, and shoveling techniques
Practice search and rescue operations in realistic, emotionally challenging scenarios
Learn about avalanche emergency response protocols, including critical decision-making
Essential for anyone traveling in avalanche-prone areas
If you don’t see enough availability for your group, give us a call— we can often accommodate larger groups or special requests with flexibility.
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Avalanche Rescue Description
**For the most current availability, please check the booking calendar on the right side of the page.**
Our AIARE Avalanche Rescue course is a must for anyone traveling in avalanche terrain. This immersive, one-day course in the backcountry focuses on teaching crucial life-saving skills to respond effectively during avalanche emergencies. Whether you’re a backcountry novice or a seasoned adventurer, this course equips you with the tools and confidence needed to handle high-pressure situations.
Participants will learn essential rescue techniques such as beacon use, probing, and strategic shoveling. Through realistic scenarios, you’ll practice search and rescue operations, triage, and decision-making in dynamic, emotionally challenging situations. The course also covers advanced techniques like multiple burial drills and micro-grid searching, ensuring you’re prepared for complex avalanche incidents.
Our course delves into both the technical and psychological aspects of avalanche emergencies, covering strategies for managing emotions, identifying leaders, and assigning roles effectively in high-stress environments. Coupled with the expertise and client-focused approach of our instructors, this training ensures you’re fully prepared to respond confidently and effectively when it matters most.
The hands-on format ensures you gain practical experience while being tutored by our experienced instructors. With up-to-date information and best practices, the AIARE Avalanche Rescue course prepares you for real-world challenges and complements other backcountry education programs like the AIARE Level 1 course.
This course is ideal for skiers, snowboarders, snowshoers, and anyone venturing into avalanche-prone areas. Whether you’re building your skills for the first time or refreshing your knowledge, the AIARE Avalanche Rescue course empowers you to act decisively when every second counts.
Sign up today to enhance your backcountry toolkit and make your adventures safer for you and your companions.
Booking & Availability
Ready to embark on your winter adventure? We’re excited to guide you on your Backcountry Rescue journey. Reserve your spot through the calendar below, or for more information, email us at ad***@ap****************.com, call us at 970 401 2736 or visit our contact page.
If you don’t see enough availability for your group, give us a call—our team can often accommodate larger groups or special requests with flexibility. Let’s get you out in the snow!
Interested in a Level 1 course? Check out our AIARE 1 Backcountry Couses, our AIARE Level 1 Backcountry FLEX, or our Private Course options.
Quick Information / Dates Availability
AIARE Avalanche Rescue courses are one-day field courses focused on companion rescue in a winter mountain environment. This course is a 100% Field Course, held entirely outdoors, and is not a replacement for the AIARE Level 1 course. However, it is a prerequisite for AIARE Level 2 courses. You’ll also learn the psychological components of rescue, including managing emotions and decision-making under stress, to ensure you’re fully prepared when it matters most.
2024-25 DATES
- November 18 (Monday – available spots: 5)
- November 25 (Monday – available spots: 5)
- December 02 (Monday – available spots: 6)
- December 05 (Thursday – available spots: 6)
- December 12 (Thursday – available spots: 6)
- December 19 (Thursday – available spots: 6)
- December 23 (Thursday – available spots: 6)
- December 30 (Monday – available spots: 6)
- January 06 (Monday – available spots: 6)
- January 13 (Monday – available spots: 6)
- January 20 (Monday – available spots: 6)
- January 23 (Thursday – available spots: 6)
- January 30 (Thursday – available spots: 6)
- February 06 (Thursday – available spots: 6)
- February 13 (Thursday – available spots: 6)
- February 17 (Monday – available spots: 6)
- February 24 (Monday – available spots: 6)
- March 03 (Monday – available spots: 6)
- March 10 (Monday – available spots: 6)
- March 13 (Thursday – available spots: 6)
- March 20 (Thursday – available spots: 6)
- March 27 (Thursday – available spots: 6)
- April 03 (Thursday – available spots: 6)
- April 10 (Thursday – available spots: 6)
- April 17 (Thursday – available spots: 6)
**Minimum of 3 students required to run.**
**Availability updated weekly. For the most current availability, please check the booking calendar on the right side of the page.**
COST
$285 – per person
Includes:
- Apex Mountain School SWAG (Stuff We All Get)
- Companion Rescue Search Card
- 1 Field Day
- AIARE Certificate of Completion
DIFFICULTY
Easy – Moderate
LENGTH
One full day, 8.30am-4.30pm (8-9 hours)
*Start and end times are approximate
LOCATION
- Meets either at our Office in Eagle-Vail, CO (see How to Find Us)
or
- Field Location: Vail Valley, Vail Pass, Fremont Pass and/or surrounding areas
*Courses run regardless of snow/weather conditions*
See our inclusion policy for special group requests.
What you should bring
WHAT TO BRING
- Beacon/probe/shovel (rental available)
- Clinometer (BCA slope meter, also available on compasses)
- Complete ski, split board or snowshoe equipment, including boots, poles, etc
- *No cotton – cotton does not wick moisture or insulate when wet.
- Long underwear bottom (thin) – synthetic or wool
- Long sleeve top (medium) – synthetic or wool
- Socks – synthetic or wool
- Ground mat (insulation so you can sit on snow)
- Water/wind proof jacket with hood, pants, and gloves
- Notebook (for lecture day)
- Any other items you would typically have in your pack on a backcountry trip
- Warm gloves or mittens
- Hat and neck gaiter or balaclava
- Goggles or sunglasses
- Small day pack
- Water bottle and food
- Headlamp and batteries
ALSO RECOMMENDED
- Loupe (at least 10x zoom)
- Snow Saw (minimum 30cm)
- Snow crystal card
YOU MAY ALSO CONSIDER
- Hand warmers
- Hot liquid
- Liner socks
- Adjustable Poles
- Extra gloves
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle insulator
Meet our guides
Our guides are dedicated to giving the safest, most fulfilling experience to our clients. With the most AMGA certifications we have the most qualified guides in the area.
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