REC1+ (Course Dates to be arranged with Staff)
This is a 3-day Avalanche Science REC1+ course. Course Date will be confirmed with Avalanche Science staff. This course includes Avalanche Level 1 and the NEW AAA Rescue module integrated into Avalanche Science's REC1+ course. Prerequisite: Able to ski powder snow and familiar with ski touring (on skis or split-board) equipment. Pre-course material: 6-hour online (ZOOM recording or live session) Course Format: 32 hours (4-day). One day of the classroom with three 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