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Hello Everyone,
We are finally done putting together our curriculum for the SNOMOBILE SPECIFIC avalanche classes. We will be offering two different types classes, one classroom and one on the snow, all classes will be held in the Cle Elum area at this time. All classes are run by Alpine Safety Awareness Program (ASAP) and are instructed by snowmobilers. We will have a booth at the Puyallup snow show this weekend so stop by and see us with questions.
Here are the descriptions of the classes.
AVALANCHE AWARENESS COURSE
Avalanches don’t just happen. They happen for a reason: People ignoring obvious clues in Mother Nature. There is a reason every avalanche accident report is just a variation of a previous avalanche accident… we are making the SAME mistakes, over and over.
The one day awareness class focuses on WHY we make inappropriate decisions in avalanche terrain and HOW to make better decisions based on solid information.
We focus on how to best use Avalanche Report as a primary tool in planning where to ride, when to ride there, and what to be aware of while out in the terrain.
Through small group activities, participants learn to recognize the patterns in
human behavior and decision making that has lead to previous accidents. Through this recognition we provide the training to help you have the discipline to follow a checklist of safety protocols that will let you go out, have fun, AND come back again.
The goal of this class is not to scare you away from riding. It is exactly the
opposite: We want you to ride, every day if possible, but doing so by choosing terrain appropriate to the hazard identified in the avalanche report.
. Plain and simple: this class will make a difference in where you ride, how youride, and who you ride with.
To sign up for these classes online, go to www.BrownPaperTickets.com and type in snomo awareness.
Currently, the location for both the classroom and field courses is Cle Elum, Wa. There will be additional courses added at additional locations if there is a demand.You can choose from a variety of dates giving you the opportunity to choose a weekend and train one day while you and your partners ride the next day!
Endorsed by the Washington State Snowmobile Association (WSSA)
Avalanche Rescue Skills Course
This is a field-based class focusing on developing avalanche rescue skills.
Participants will learn to effectively and efficiently use a shovel, probe, and
transceiver in companion rescue scenarios.
By starting out introducing students to beacon theory, range, and proper usage, shoveling techniques, as well as the proper usage of the probe, participants will gradually gain confidence in the use of safety gear. By the afternoon, participants will be participating in group rescue scenario’s involving multiple beacons.
At the end of the training, participants will be competent in the use of their
safety gear, and will have been properly trained in how to conduct a safe and
effective companion rescue.
Participants will have access to an advanced “Beacon Basin” which allows instructors to activate one, two, or multiple beacons in a rescue scenario.
Participants are required to bring their own safety gear (shovel, probe, beacon), and dress for being outside all day.
Endorsed by the Washington State Snowmobile Association (WSSA)
Class Dates:
Awareness Class
Dec 4, Jan 8, Feb 12, March 12
Rescue Skills Course
Dec 5, Jan 9, Jan 22, Feb 13, Feb 26, March 13, March 26
In order to take the skills course you must first have taken the awareness course, so if you have taken the awareness course in the past you can take the skills course on its own.
Cost:
Awareness $90
Skills $125
Combined $185
If you have any questions, or need any clarification, please contact Chad Patterson at chad@methownet.com
Thanks and I hope to see you in one of our classes
We are finally done putting together our curriculum for the SNOMOBILE SPECIFIC avalanche classes. We will be offering two different types classes, one classroom and one on the snow, all classes will be held in the Cle Elum area at this time. All classes are run by Alpine Safety Awareness Program (ASAP) and are instructed by snowmobilers. We will have a booth at the Puyallup snow show this weekend so stop by and see us with questions.
Here are the descriptions of the classes.
AVALANCHE AWARENESS COURSE
Avalanches don’t just happen. They happen for a reason: People ignoring obvious clues in Mother Nature. There is a reason every avalanche accident report is just a variation of a previous avalanche accident… we are making the SAME mistakes, over and over.
The one day awareness class focuses on WHY we make inappropriate decisions in avalanche terrain and HOW to make better decisions based on solid information.
We focus on how to best use Avalanche Report as a primary tool in planning where to ride, when to ride there, and what to be aware of while out in the terrain.
Through small group activities, participants learn to recognize the patterns in
human behavior and decision making that has lead to previous accidents. Through this recognition we provide the training to help you have the discipline to follow a checklist of safety protocols that will let you go out, have fun, AND come back again.
The goal of this class is not to scare you away from riding. It is exactly the
opposite: We want you to ride, every day if possible, but doing so by choosing terrain appropriate to the hazard identified in the avalanche report.
. Plain and simple: this class will make a difference in where you ride, how youride, and who you ride with.
To sign up for these classes online, go to www.BrownPaperTickets.com and type in snomo awareness.
Currently, the location for both the classroom and field courses is Cle Elum, Wa. There will be additional courses added at additional locations if there is a demand.You can choose from a variety of dates giving you the opportunity to choose a weekend and train one day while you and your partners ride the next day!
Endorsed by the Washington State Snowmobile Association (WSSA)
Avalanche Rescue Skills Course
This is a field-based class focusing on developing avalanche rescue skills.
Participants will learn to effectively and efficiently use a shovel, probe, and
transceiver in companion rescue scenarios.
By starting out introducing students to beacon theory, range, and proper usage, shoveling techniques, as well as the proper usage of the probe, participants will gradually gain confidence in the use of safety gear. By the afternoon, participants will be participating in group rescue scenario’s involving multiple beacons.
At the end of the training, participants will be competent in the use of their
safety gear, and will have been properly trained in how to conduct a safe and
effective companion rescue.
Participants will have access to an advanced “Beacon Basin” which allows instructors to activate one, two, or multiple beacons in a rescue scenario.
Participants are required to bring their own safety gear (shovel, probe, beacon), and dress for being outside all day.
Endorsed by the Washington State Snowmobile Association (WSSA)
Class Dates:
Awareness Class
Dec 4, Jan 8, Feb 12, March 12
Rescue Skills Course
Dec 5, Jan 9, Jan 22, Feb 13, Feb 26, March 13, March 26
In order to take the skills course you must first have taken the awareness course, so if you have taken the awareness course in the past you can take the skills course on its own.
Cost:
Awareness $90
Skills $125
Combined $185
If you have any questions, or need any clarification, please contact Chad Patterson at chad@methownet.com
Thanks and I hope to see you in one of our classes
