Avalanche Awareness & Backcountry Safety Course

( AST1 )

Because the mountains don’t care if you’re an expert—be prepared.
If you’re someone who loves chasing fresh powder, venturing off-trail, or hiking up to secret stashes, you need to know the risks that come with the ride. Avalanches are unpredictable, but knowing how to spot danger zones, use safety gear, and make the right calls could save your life—or someone else’s.
This course isn’t just about sitting through a boring safety lecture. It’s hands-on, high-energy, and designed to give you the real-world skills to send it safely.

🚀 For Young Adventurers Ready to Explore Safely 🏔️
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Overview
This course is designed for young adults who love skiing, snowboarding, or exploring the backcountry but want to do it safely. Learn how to identify avalanche hazards, use essential safety gear, and make smart decisions in the mountains.
📌 What You’ll Learn:
​✅ Understanding Avalanches – How they form, why they happen, and what triggers them
✅ Recognizing Danger Zones – Learn to read snow conditions, terrain, and weather patterns
✅ Essential Safety Gear – Hands-on practice with beacons, probes, and shovels
✅ Rescue & Survival Skills – How to respond to an avalanche emergency and perform rescues
✅ Decision-Making in the Backcountry – Learn real-world risk assessment and trip planning
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🔥 Who’s This Course For?👉 Skiers & snowboarders who hit the backcountry
👉 Splitboarders, snowshoers, and winter hikers
👉 Climbers and mountaineers pushing into avalanche terrain
👉 Anyone who wants to enjoy the mountains with confidence

If you’ve ever followed your friends into a sketchy run and hoped for the best, this course is for you.

⏳ Course Details:📅 Duration: 2 days (includes classroom and field training)
📍 Location: JIndabyne, NSW. Australia
🎒 What to Bring: Warm clothing, avalanche safety gear (rentals available)

💲 Cost: $400

🚀 Ready to Level Up Your Backcountry Game?
Don’t be that person who blindly follows the group without knowing what’s up. The mountains don’t give second chances—but knowledge does.
📢 Spots are limited—grab yours now! 👉

Youth Adventurers Avalanche Safety training Level 1 (AST1)

A$400.00

Overview

This course is designed for young adults who love skiing, snowboarding, or exploring the backcountry but want to do it safely. Learn how to identify avalanche hazards, use essential safety gear, and make smart decisions in the mountains.

📌 What You’ll Learn:

✅ Understanding Avalanches – How they form, why they happen, and what triggers them

✅ Recognizing Danger Zones – Learn to read snow conditions, terrain, and weather patterns

✅ Essential Safety Gear – Hands-on practice with beacons, probes, and shovels

✅ Rescue & Survival Skills – How to respond to an avalanche emergency and perform rescues

✅ Decision-Making in the Backcountry – Learn real-world risk assessment and trip planning

🔥 Who Should Take This Course?

• Skiers & snowboarders who love off-piste terrain
• Hikers, snowshoers, and mountaineers
• Anyone who wants to explore the backcountry safely

⏳ Course Details:

📅 Duration: 1-2 days (includes classroom and field training)

📍 Location: [Specify area or training facility]

🎒 What to Bring: Warm clothing, avalanche safety gear (rentals available)

💲 Cost: [Include price or mention scholarships if available]

🎿 Sign Up Today & Stay Safe in the Backcountry!

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