Explore the captivating world of mountain terrain and learn essential skills to navigate safely through snowy landscapes with our OAMI Mountain Medicine: Basics of Avalanche Safety course. Designed for adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts, this comprehensive program provides fundamental knowledge and practical techniques for understanding, assessing, and mitigating the risks associated with avalanches.
Course Highlights
Introduction to Avalanche Dynamics: Gain insights into the fundamental principles of avalanche formation, including snowpack structure, weather patterns, and terrain factors. Learn to identify avalanche terrain and recognize potential avalanche triggers to make informed decisions in the backcountry.
Avalanche Safety Equipment: Discover essential avalanche safety equipment and learn how to properly use transceivers, probes, and shovels for effective avalanche rescue operations. Gain hands-on experience in avalanche transceiver searches and practice strategic deployment of rescue resources.
Snowpack Assessment Techniques: Master snowpack assessment techniques, including snow stability tests, hand shear tests, and stability assessments. Learn to evaluate snowpack layers, recognize weak layers, and assess the risk of avalanche occurrence in different snowpack conditions.
Route Planning and Decision-Making: Develop skills in route planning and decision-making to minimize exposure to avalanche terrain and maximize safety in the mountains. Learn to apply avalanche forecasts, terrain analysis, and risk management strategies to plan safe travel routes in avalanche-prone areas.
Avalanche Rescue Procedures: Acquire proficiency in avalanche rescue procedures, including companion rescue techniques, avalanche victim recovery, and organized rescue response. Practice efficient communication, teamwork, and rescue coordination to expedite rescue efforts and save lives in avalanche emergencies.
Who Should Attend
This course is suitable for outdoor enthusiasts, mountaineers, backcountry skiers, snowboarders, snowshoers, and anyone venturing into avalanche terrain. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced adventurer, this course will equip you with essential skills and knowledge to stay safe and confident in the mountains.
Certification
Upon completion of the Basics of Avalanche Safety course, participants will receive a certificate of completion from OAMI, recognizing their participation and achievement in mountain medicine education.
Join Us
Don’t let the allure of the mountains overshadow the importance of safety. Join us for the Basics of Avalanche Safety course and equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to navigate the snowy wilderness with confidence and caution. Register now and embark on a journey towards safer mountain adventures!