Intro to Backcountry Eastern Iceland - REC1 (April 9-11, 2022)

This is a 3-day Avalanche Science Intro to Backcountry REC1 course in Eastern Iceland. Prerequisite: Able to ski powder snow and familiar with ski touring (on skis or split-board) equipment. Pre-course material: 4-hour online Course Format: 1-day classroom sessions scheduled from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Two days of fieldwork and backcountry ski touring. Learning Outcomes for REC1 Module: Gain an understanding of avalanche beacon technology and receive advanced training in avalanche companion rescue techniques. Safe travel in avalanche terrain; protocols, rituals, and human factors. Recognize avalanche terrain and the role of slope angles. Estimating and measuring slope angles. Introduce Avalanche Release Conceptual model and develop a systematic method for avalanche risk assessment and execution of safe travel plans. Gain an understanding of the science of snow crystals, metamorphism, and slab avalanche fracture mechanics. Understand the impact of weather on the snowpack. Track precipit