Avalanche I Refresher Course in Cottonwood Heights, Utah
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6–8 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical shape with the ability to hike and ski moderate terrain in winter conditions.
Overview
Boost your avalanche safety skills with a one-day refresher course in Cottonwood Heights, Utah. Learn hands-on companion rescue techniques and terrain selection with expert ski instructors before hitting the backcountry.
Avalanche I Refresher
Starting at $210 per person | 9+ hours | Skills Refresher Course
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About This Adventure
Join the Skills Refresher Course to enhance your avalanche safety knowledge before the season begins. This immersive, one-day experience combines fieldwork and touring, focusing on real-world applications. Review essential skills like companion rescue and terrain selection, ensuring you're well-prepared for safe backcountry adventures with expert guidance from professional ski instructors.
Skills Refresher Course
Rates
$210 per person
Duration
9+ hours
About
An early season must do! Polish up on essential skills to help keep you and your partners safe while traveling in avalanche terrain. This one-day field and touring-based course focuses on strategies to help prime your brain for the coming season. We will review and apply skills students learned or missed in their Level 1 course and put the wheels in motion while on a ski tour.
All Backcountry Pros instructors work as professional ski guides and consequently we focus heavily on 'real world application.'
Topics Include:
- Companion rescue review
- Early season stability forecasting
- Snow pit review and application
- Selecting appropriate terrain for the conditions
- Review of avalanche terrain
- Review of safe travel techniques
- Group management
Prerequisite:
- Advanced ski or snowboarding ability
- Ability to skin a minimum of 1500' at a moderate pace
- Avalanche I certification
Adventure Tips
Always perform a companion rescue drill
Regularly practicing companion rescue skills can significantly reduce response time in an emergency.
Check avalanche forecasts daily
Local avalanche conditions can change rapidly, so always review updated forecasts before venturing out.
Wear layers for varying mountain weather
Mountain weather can shift quickly, so dress in moisture-wicking, insulating, and waterproof layers.
Carry and know how to use avalanche safety gear
Beacon, probe, and shovel are mandatory; ensure you are confident in their use during the refresher.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Mule deer
- Mountain bluebirds
History
Cottonwood Heights has long been a gateway to Utah’s Wasatch Mountains, playing a key role in winter sports and avalanche education history.
Conservation
Efforts by local organizations focus on preserving mountain ecosystems and promoting responsible backcountry use to minimize environmental impact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Avalanche beacon
Vital for locating buried companions during rescue drills.
winter specific
Probe and shovel
Key tools for companion rescue and snowpack analysis.
winter specific
Layered clothing system
Allows for adjustment to changing weather and exertion levels.
winter specific
Snow boots or ski boots
Provides necessary warmth, support, and traction in snowy terrain.
winter specific