SheJumps x AAI | Avalanche Rescue | Stevens Pass, WA

Avalanche rescue skills are an absolute must for all individuals recreating on snow in the mountains. This one-day Avalanche Rescue Course is specifically designed to help educate backcountry users on how to respond if you or your partners are caught in an avalanche and how to practice to keep those skills sharp. Whether you are new to backcountry travel or are a seasoned veteran, this course is for you.

Avalanche rescue, like all skills, must be refreshed and diligently practiced. AIARE recommends that all backcountry travelers keep their skills fresh by taking an Avalanche Rescue course at least every other year. Grab your favorite backcountry buddy and make sure you are both dialed and ready for the flakes to fly this winter.

-Basic overview of avalanches

-Avalanche rescue principles

-Avalanche safety equipment

-Techniques for executing a backcountry avalanche rescue

-Companion rescue process

-Describe what to do if they or a member of their party is caught in an avalanche

-Identify and be able to use gear necessary for avalanche rescue.

-Set up a realistic scenario in order to practice an avalanche rescue response.

-Improve their response skills and times during and after the course with -feedback from instructors and peers.

-Develop a plan for continued practice

–There are no prerequisites for this course. If you are traveling on a ski touring or split board setup, it is helpful if you are familiar with how to use the ski/board equipment and have practiced in non-avalanche terrain prior to the course.

Learn to use your gear before your course

Rescue-learn to rescue

AIARE 1-learn a backcountry risk management process

Intro to Touring-putting it all together

Rescue-(keep refreshing!)

AIARE 2-learn tools to take your skills to new locations, new snowpacks, or lead groups

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. We recommend tipping $15-$30 for this course.

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

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

Cancellation Policy

P ease reference the Alpine Ascents International website for information 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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