Archive:AST2 2010
Introduction
This is the next level for people who have already taken the AST1 course, or for those who feel they want more training than just a weekend course. It's a heck of a lot cheaper 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 the one found here: http://www.themountainschool.com/avalanche-advanced.html
It is required that students read the material from CWMS as well as go through the online course before the classroom session.
Dates and Locations
Classroom Session
Date: TBC
Time: TBD
Location: Canada West Mountain School, 47 E. Broadway St., Vancouver
Field Course
not confirmed
- January 16th - 17th:
- January 23rd - 24th:
Note: Arrange your own rides
Cost
The cost per person is $498.75. This includes GST. If you need backcountry passes please add another $86.10 per person for 2 passes.
- Must be paid before TBC
What you must bring
- probe
- beacon
- shovel
- snow kit (thermometer, crystal screen, loop and Rite in the Rain book).
Paid and Confirmed Participants
Interested participants
Important!
Signing up here does not guarantee you a spot. YOU MUST PAY at the club room as well as sign up on the wiki. $498.75 +$86.10 for ppl without lift tickets. 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 Line when you have paid to confirm your spot and/or to make arrangements to do so. You must be confirmed and paid before Date TBD so that your name and contact info can be given to Canada West in exchange for your booklets etc.