Iceland Adventure Trip with Avalanche Level 1 Certification (March 19-27, 2022)

This is an 8-day ski touring adventure in Northern Iceland. Transportation from Reykjavik to Akureyri at arrival and departure from Akureyri to Reykjavik are included. Transportation to ski touring destinations is included. Top-notch lodging with hot pools is included. Meals, drinks, and spirits are not included. Includes Avalanche Science REC1+ and Rescue certification 8-Day Avalanche REC1+ course, with a total of 32 hours of classroom and fieldwork that exceeds the American Avalanche Association guidelines of 24 hours. Gain an understanding of avalanche beacon technology and receive advanced training in avalanche companion rescue techniques. Learn to recognize avalanche terrain, develop a systematic method for avalanche risk assessment, and execute safe travel plans. Become familiar with the science of snow crystals, metamorphism, and slab avalanche fracture mechanics. The REC1+ is designed for aspirant professionals.  Low instructor-to-student ratio with small course si