Archive:AST1 course 2009
'''Introduction''' Since not everyone could attend the course in December, there is a second course being offered. Spaces are limited, and it fills up quickly, so make sure to sign up early if you want a spot. This course is a heck of a lot cheaper than than taking a course open to the public.
It is a good idea for anyone who is interested in travelling in the back country to take an avalanche course. Avalanche course students learn about some snow science basics, terrain, route finding, snow stability testing and rescue.
This years course is being done by Canada West Mountain School
The course will be exactly the same as [url=http://www.themountainschool.com/avalanche-weekend.html]this one[/url]
It is required that students read the material from CWMS as well as go through the online course before the classroom session.
Classroom Session Tuesday, January 27th, 2009 Time: 7pm-10pm@ Canada West Mountain School 47 Broadway
Field Course January 31=Seymour February 1st=Whistler All Day - arrange your own rides.
Cost $210 including:
2 days of instruction 1 classroom session All course materials (paper handouts and books) Avalanche Equipment (Probe, shovel, transceiver) Whistler back country pass for Sunday ($40 value) (Cost is $168 if you already have a whistler pass)
All other costs including but not limited to food, ski, snowshoe rental, travel expenses will be your own responsibility. Car pooling will be organised later.
Interested participants
Important!
Signing up here does not guarantee you a spot. YOU MUST PAY at the club room and sign up. $210 for ppl without lift tickets, $168 for those who are pass holders. Any exec can sign you up in the club room. The best times to go are gear hours or between 12pm and 1pm. Please e-mail Madeleine when you have paid or to make arrangements to do so. You must be confirmed before Friday, January 9th 2009 so that your name and contact info can be given to Canada West in exchange for your booklets etc.
Confirmed and Paid for Jan.31/Feb 1 course:
Interested in 2009 course