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Who is the Advanced Avalanche Course for?
This course is for backcountry travelers who already have foundational avalanche education and want to improve decision making in more complex terrain.
Do I need a beginner avalanche course first?
Yes, you should have prior avalanche education or equivalent experience. The advanced course builds on basic terrain recognition, companion rescue, and travel habits rather than starting from scratch.
What skills are emphasized?
The course may focus on weather interpretation, snowpack assessment, field observations, terrain analysis, route planning, group communication, rescue review, and structured decision making.
Will we dig snow pits?
Field observations may include snowpack tests or pit work when appropriate, but the goal is not just collecting data. Guides emphasize how observations connect to terrain choices and real travel decisions.
Is this only for skiers and splitboarders?
No. The course can be useful for any experienced winter traveler, including climbers and snowshoers, though the field format may depend on group goals, conditions, and travel mode.
Common Course Locations
Below are some recommended climbing locations within the vicinity if you're interested in some alternative destinations. Colorado is home to many climbing areas and we want to help you find the one that is best for you!
Common Next Course Options
Some climbing areas are better suited for certain types of climbing classes than others. Below are a few of the classes we commonly do here if you are interested in learning to climb. While we can always figure out ways to make something work these climbing courses work well in this area.
