AIARE Avalanche Rescue Course in Buena Vista, Colorado

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Difficulty

moderate

Duration

6–8 hours

Fitness Level

Participants should have moderate fitness to manage snow travel and field exercises for a full day outdoors.

Overview

Sharpen your avalanche rescue skills in Colorado’s breathtaking Buena Vista. Whether new to backcountry or experienced, learn vital safety techniques in this immersive one-day course.

Buena Vista, Colorado

AIARE Avalanche Rescue

1 Day AIARE Avalanche Rescue | Companion Rescue

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Date

Tue, Oct 7

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About This Adventure

Join the Avalanche Rescue course, perfect for all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned backcountry adventurers. This one-day experience sharpens your skills and prepares you for AIARE 2. Learn essential rescue techniques in a dynamic mountain setting, with equipment available for rent to enhance your adventure.

Avalanche Rescue is for everyone, whether you are just learning how to use your transceiver, an aspiring professional, or a backcountry traveler with many years of backcountry experience. This one-day course is a place to both learn new skills and keep your existing skills sharp. Avalanche Rescue is a prerequisite for the AIARE 2.

Equipment not provided but available for rent. We have splitboards and skis from Weston Backcountry. Snowshoes are acceptable for this course. Avalanche kit will be provided.

Course meets at RMOC. Mountain venue will be determined by current weather and snowpack.

Adventure Tips

Arrive Well Rested

Avalanche rescue training demands focus and energy—get a good night’s sleep before the course.

Dress in Layers

Temperatures can vary greatly—layering helps maintain comfort during outdoor exercises.

Review Basic Snow Safety

Familiarize yourself with snow hazard concepts beforehand to maximize learning during the course.

Use Rental Equipment if Needed

Take advantage of on-site gear rentals to ensure you have reliable avalanche safety tools.