Lethbridge, AB - Avalanche Programs

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A special thanks for Hi-Way Service of Lethbridge for hosting this season’s program! Drop in and ask one of the Hi-Way Sales Team how you can save $50 on your avalanche course!

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AST 1 Classroom sessions – 8.5 hr minimum

Meeting Time – Sunday, Jan 6, 2013
Doors open – 8:30am
Class Start – 9:00am – 5:30pm

Meeting Location and HOST: Hi-Way Service
3939 1st Ave South
Lethbridge, AB
403-327-3154

IMPORTANT Please bring $20 cash* for lunch, snacks, refreshments, tips and taxes for the day! A course video will be watched over the lunch hour and everyone must stay and eat in.

The AST Level 1 is considered the minimum level of training that backcountry riders should have. The AST 1 is an excellent introduction to “how not to get caught”...avalanche terrain recognition skills, snowpack theory, rescue skills and overall risk management…
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PRIOR TO ARRIVING AT THE CLASSROOM SESSION, PLEASE TAKE SOME TIME TO REVIEW THESE LINKS.
1) The Public Avalanche Bulletin
2) South Columbia Avalanche Report
3) The Avaluator

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Indoor Rescue Workshop

Meeting Time – Sunday, Jan 6, 2013
Doors open – 6:00pm
Class Start – 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Meeting Location and HOST: Hi-Way Service
3939 1st Ave South
Lethbridge, AB
403-327-3154

Details – This will be an indoor / outdoor presentation. Please bring your personal beacon, probe, shovel and backpack if you already own these items, however it is not necessary. Demo units will be available. Please dress for the weather as we may take the opportunity to go outdoors for part of the program.

If you should ever find yourself in the situation to need it, the beacon search should be second nature, freeing your mind up for more complicated rescue needs. Learn how to…
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It is recommended that you label all personal gear with your name to prevent loss.

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AST 1 Field sessions – 8 hr minimum

Choose ONE field day.
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A certificate of completion for the AST1 is awarded to those riders that complete the hands-on mountain field session.
Mountain training is very important. Understanding the signs of unstable snow, choosing terrain and proper travel habits are the key to managing the risks in avalanche areas. Habits are hard to break but by actually…
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