SheJumps x Alpenglow Expeditions | Women's AIARE 1 | Palisades

https://alpenglowexpeditions.com/adventure/womens-aiare-1-hybrid-course

Course dates: 2/21/26-2/22/26

Course cost: $695 per person + 3% credit card fee

Please note that the course cost does not include guide gratuities. You are under no obligation to tip the guides, but 10-15% of the course cost is highly recommended. The guides pool tips and accept cash or Venmo.

Join SheJumps and Alpenglow Expeditions for a Women’s AIARE 1 Hybrid Course in North Lake Tahoe — a comprehensive, entry-level avalanche education course designed for women and led by women.

This innovative hybrid format combines self-paced online learning with two full days of in-person field instruction in the Tahoe backcountry. Designed and taught by Alpenglow’s female staff of AMGA-trained ski and splitboard guides, the course introduces participants to the fundamentals of avalanche awareness, terrain recognition, and safe travel practices in a supportive, women-centered learning environment.

If you have completed the Backcountry 1.0 course or have at least 5–10 days of backcountry touring experience, this course is your next step toward confident, informed decision-making in avalanche terrain.

Participants will spend approximately 8 hours completing online coursework before joining two immersive field days in North Lake Tahoe. This format maximizes time in the field while maintaining the same high-quality instruction Alpenglow Expeditions is known for.

• Understanding the avalanche phenomenon
• Identifying and assessing avalanche terrain
• Weather and snowpack observation techniques
• Reading and interpreting avalanche forecasts
• Route planning and terrain management
• Human factors and group decision-making
• Companion rescue skills and use of safety equipment

This course welcomes women and non-binary participants who find value in a women-centered learning environment. Skiers and riders must be advanced-intermediate and confident on blue and most black-diamond runs (including ungroomed terrain).

Ages 16+ welcome; ages 12–15 may join with a parent or guardian.

Expect two active, full days in the field, hiking and skiing in winter mountain conditions. Participants should be prepared for variable weather and moderate physical exertion. Guides will focus on developing both technical knowledge and practical skills through hands-on learning and small-group instruction.

Participants will complete 5–8 hours of self-paced online coursework before the in-person sessions. This digital module includes videos, quizzes, and interactive lessons designed to strengthen understanding before heading into the field.

Touring skis/splitboards, boots, avalanche safety kits (beacon, shovel, probe), and packs are available for rent from Alpenglow Expeditions.

This course is offered in partnership with Alpenglow Expeditions.

Please register directly through Alpenglow Expeditions: https://alpenglowexpeditions.com/adventure/womens-aiare-1-hybrid-course

Registration must be completed through Alpenglow. This page is for promotional purposes only.

Course dates: 2/21/26-2/22/26

Course cost: $695 per person + 3% credit card fee

If you need to request any accommodation(s) for this course, please contact our guide partner.

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Waivers & Wellness

All participants must sign the prior to participating in this event.

Spanish version of our waiver: Todos los participantes deben firmar la antes de participar en este evento.

To prioritize the health of our community, please do not attend a SheJumps event if you are experiencing any cold-like symptoms.

Cancellation Policy

This course is led by our guide partner, and registration takes place directly through their website. This course follows the guide company’s cancellation policy. Please contact our guide partner if you have any questions about cancellations.

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SheJumps increases the participation of women and girls in outdoor activities to foster confidence, leadership, and connection to nature and community through free and low-cost outdoor education.

SheJumps is an inclusive organization. We welcome all women and girls—transgender and cisgender, as well as non-binary people.

SheJumps strives to fight against racism and acknowledges that our events and programs take place on traditional, unceded Indigenous lands.

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