​Do you venture out of bounds, off the trails, or into the backcountry? An AST 1 is your place to start. You don't need any experience to take this course, but it is a must for everyone recreating in the backcountry.

In an AST 1, you’ll learn how to recognize avalanche terrain, understand the avalanche forecast, plan your trips, and perform a companion rescue. An AST 1 is a minimum of two days and has both online/classroom and field components. Everyone in your group should take an AST 1—it’s the first step to traveling safely in the backcountry.

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This 2-day course follows the curriculum of the Avalanche Canada (one of the world leaders in avalanche safety training) and is awarded with an Avalanche Canada AST 1 certificate. The group size is limited to six participants to maximize your learning experience. 

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