Avalanche Skills Training Level 1
(AST 1)
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Do you venture out of bounds, off the trails or into the backcountry? An AST 1 course is your place to start.
It is a must for everyone recreating in the backcountry or slackcountry.
It is a must for everyone recreating in the backcountry or slackcountry.
Private courses are available. Contact us for more info. |
All Snow Safety Australia Students become Members of Avalanche Australia.
Avalanche Canada sets the global standard for providing avalanche awareness programs. The Avalanche Canada Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 (AST1) Course will provide an entry-level decision-making framework that is based on the most advanced knowledge available. It is suitable for use by people with little experience in entering the side / backcountry.
In addition, the course will:
At the end of the course, students should be able to:
The AST 1 training is also for APSI instructors looking to acquire their ISIA stamp, increasing employment opportunity internationally.
Cost: $400.00
Locations
All classroom sessions are conducted in a professional classroom environment.
Jindabyne, NSW, Australia.
Harrietville, VIC, Australia
Includes:
Textbook, CAC Avaluator, two full days of instruction (one day indoors & one day in the field)
Bring:
Boots, Alpine touring skis / Splitboard with skins / Snowboard with Snowshoes, Adjustable poles, Backpack with Shovel, Probe and Avalanche Transceiver, winter clothing for all conditions, warm hat, gloves, goggles, sunnies, sunscreen, water, lunch & snacks.
Rental gear prices:
Backpack (include Backpack, Shovel and Probe) $50.00
Current 3 Antenna Beacon $50.00
Snow Shoes + Poles $50.00
Touring Skis / Splitboards - we can point you in the right direction for hire of these - just ask
In addition, the course will:
- Provide the prerequisite knowledge required for further avalanche training.
- Introduce and promote the Avalanche Skills Training Level 2 Course as the logical next step for gaining intermediate-level decision-making skills.
At the end of the course, students should be able to:
- Understand the basics of avalanche formation and release.
- Identify avalanche terrain.
- Know the steps required to plan and carry out a trip.
- Use the Avaluator™ as a decision-making tool in areas where trips are rated using the Avalanche Terrain Exposure Scale (ATES) and where Avalanche Danger Ratings and Avalanche Bulletins are available.
- Find resources for obtaining ATES terrain ratings if their trip is not rated.
- Find resources for obtaining Avalanche Danger Ratings and Avalanche Bulletins if these are not available.
- Use appropriate travel techniques in avalanche terrain.
- Carry out a companion rescue.
- Understand the limits of their training.
The AST 1 training is also for APSI instructors looking to acquire their ISIA stamp, increasing employment opportunity internationally.
Cost: $400.00
Locations
All classroom sessions are conducted in a professional classroom environment.
- Projector screen.
- White board for brain storming.
- Bathroom facilities.
- Educational tools.
Jindabyne, NSW, Australia.
Harrietville, VIC, Australia
Includes:
Textbook, CAC Avaluator, two full days of instruction (one day indoors & one day in the field)
Bring:
Boots, Alpine touring skis / Splitboard with skins / Snowboard with Snowshoes, Adjustable poles, Backpack with Shovel, Probe and Avalanche Transceiver, winter clothing for all conditions, warm hat, gloves, goggles, sunnies, sunscreen, water, lunch & snacks.
Rental gear prices:
Backpack (include Backpack, Shovel and Probe) $50.00
Current 3 Antenna Beacon $50.00
Snow Shoes + Poles $50.00
Touring Skis / Splitboards - we can point you in the right direction for hire of these - just ask
NSW
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VIC
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NSW course locationsClassroom day will be held at:
Rhythm Snowsports - Yoga Room 8 Sharp St, Cooma NSW 2630 Field day will be held at: NSW Main Range 
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VIC course locationClassroom days will be held at Mountain View
194 Great Alpine Rd, Harrietville Victoria 3741 Field day will be held at: Mt Hotham area 
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