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All ATS Mountaineering programs are operating under special use permit from the Inyo National Forest through Alpine Skills International

AIARE Avalanche Level I School

On an AIARE Avalanche Level 1 you will learn about:

• Introduction to the Avalanche Phenomena
• Types and characteristics of avalanches
• Avalanche motion
• Size classification
• The mountain snowpack: an introduction to metamorphism and layering
• Observations and Information Gathering
• Field observation techniques
• Bonding tests: rutschblock, compression test
• Avalanche danger factors “Red Flags”
• Observation checklist
• Avalanche danger scale
• Trip Planning and Preparation
• Avalanche terrain recognition, assessment and selection
• Route finding and travel techniques
• Decision making and Human Factors
• Companion Rescue and Equipment

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ATS stands for Alpine Training Services, an outdoor education adventure provider specializing in canyoneering, rock climbing, kayaking, backpacking, and mountaineering courses throughout California, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, Utah, and Washington.

Thousands of clients have enjoyed our outdoor adventure courses in Southern California, Red Rocks, Maui, Zion, the Sierra, Mount Whitney, Idyllwild, Mount Shasta, the Angeles Forest, Joshua Tree, the San Juans, Channel Islands National Park, the San Rafael Swell, and beyond...