Level II Avalanche Course
$450
The Level II avalanche course is an interactive program for aspiring backcountry leaders and backcountry companions desiring greater skills and knowledge. This course consists of approximately 40% classroom time and 60% in-the-field study. Instructors and students travel in and around avalanche terrain.
2024 Level II Course Dates:
February 22nd - 25th (Thursday - Sunday)
Pre-requisites:
Level I or Level I refresher in the last 5 years.
(Note: Level II may not be taken in the same season as the first-time completion of Level I);Read: Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain by Bruce Tremper;
Must be able to efficiently travel in the backcountry with up to 3000-4000 vertical feet of climbing using a splitboard or skis.
Participants will learn to:
Plan group travel and systematically manage hazards in avalanche terrain;
Observe and record field observations, perform and document a test profile;
Forecast instability and danger rating;
Demonstrate effective communication addressing human factors;
Conduct mock multiple burial companion recovery.
REGISTRATION BEGINS December 1ST, 2023
AT 09:00 AM MST ONLINE
DUE TO HIGH DEMAND, OUR CLASSES FILL UP QUICKLY.
Your class spot will not be secured until all class questions are answered and you have checked out.
OUR LEVEL 2 COURSE IS FULL, BUT please sign our waitlist Here:
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations received up to 30 days prior to the registered course are eligible to receive a refund less a $50 service fee. Cancellations received up to 14 days prior to the registered course are eligible to receive a refund of 50%. Cancellations within 14 days of the registered course will NOT be eligible for a refund. No exceptions.
Cancellation requests are made on the website OR via email directly to The Patrol Fund, Inc.