AVALANCHE EDUCATION

Rec Level 2 Avalanche Course

Expand your avalanche education knowledge

Four action packed days of professional avalanche training and education. Prioritizing time spent in the field making hands-on snow observations.

Deepen your tool bag in terrain assessment, avalanche analysis, and stability tests in order to travel with confidence in the backcountry.

American Avalanche Association (A3)  approved curriculum and IFMGA guides and AMGA trained instructors make this the premier Avalanche Rec Level 2 course in Durango, Silverton, and Ouray.

Before You Register: To enroll in a Level 1 or Level 2 course with Cirque Guides, you’ll need an accredited rescue course certificate. You can earn this through another accredited provider or by taking one of Cirque Guides’ Rescue Courses, which are scheduled before every Level 1 and Level 2 course. You can also take a Rescue Course on it’s own without registering for a Level 1 or 2 with Cirque.

ITINERARY

Day One
Avalanche Rescue Course

Day Two
We meet at 8:00 a.m. and build upon the foundational principals of the Level 1 course. Our field time will dig deeper into observations and travel within avalanche terrain. We introduce specific snow stability tests and how it correlates to mountain slopes.

Day Three
This field day will focus on spending time practicing terrain assessment skills, understanding different weather variables, and exploring tour planning methods. We will hone our craftsmanship in snow pit construction and make targeted observations.

Day Four
A full day of student led ski touring where you will get to learn how to analyze, manage and navigate terrain complexities while under the mentorships of one of the industry’s most experienced mountain guides.

26/27 SCHEDULE

Before You Register: Please contact the Cirque Guides Office if you plan to opt out of the first day Rescue Course. You must have an accredited Rescue Course certificate to opt out. The Rescue Course is a required prerequisite for any Level 1 or Level 2 course with Cirque Guides.

January 8th – 10th | Silverton, CO (NO Rescue Course prior)

February 4th – 7th | Ridgway, CO

March 25th – 28th | Silverton, CO

PRICING

$699 per person

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Is This Course Right For Me?

An Avalanche Rescue Course is REQUIRED prior to start date of the course.

Participants should be able to comfortably ski blue runs with variable conditions on both open and treed slopes. Tour days typically consist of 2,000-2,500 ft. of ascent and descent. If you’re unfamiliar with backcountry equipment, please take our Intro to Backcountry Ski Course first.

Course Length
4 full days of avalanche education

Group Size
maximum of 5:1 or 10:2 instructor to guide ratio

Departure Time
8:00 a.m.

Meeting Location
Please refer to pre-course email for specific meeting location.

Equipment
We provide all avalanche rescue equipment (transceiver, probe, shovel) but you are encouraged to use your personal equipment.

Included in your course cost

Not included in your course cost

  • Backcountry ski equipment (available to rent locally)
  • Personal lunch/snacks
  • Personal clothing and equipment
  • Lodging (included in Cabin Based program)
  • Transportation
  • Customary guide gratuity
  • Trip/Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
  • Incurred costs by leaving a program early
  • Incurred costs as a result of force majeure

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