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Boost your winter backcountry safety with a combined AIARE Avalanche Rescue and Wilderness First Aid course in Silverthorne, Colorado. Learn critical rescue and medical skills from expert guides in an immersive one-day training.
Boost your winter backcountry safety with a combined AIARE Avalanche Rescue and Wilderness First Aid course in Silverthorne, Colorado. Learn critical rescue and medical skills from expert guides in an immersive one-day training.
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Operated by Colorado Adventure Guides · Silverthorne, Colorado
Colorado Adventure Guides offers a one-of-a-kind combined AIARE Avalanche Rescue and Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course in Silverthorne, Colorado, designed for winter backcountry enthusiasts and outdoor professionals alike. Over the course of a single day packed with hands-on training, participants will gain vital skills in avalanche rescue techniques, including beacon searching, probing, and shoveling, coupled with an extensive 16-hour WFA certification. This program covers trauma care, patient assessment, and wilderness medicine essentials, equipping you with the knowledge needed to stay safe and help others in emergency backcountry situations. Set against the backdrop of breathtaking Summit County terrain, this private experience uniquely blends technical skills with comprehensive medical training, making it ideal for those who want to confidently navigate Colorado’s snowy mountains. With highly experienced instructors and smaller group sizes ensuring personalized attention, you’ll leave fully prepared for winter backcountry adventures.
moderate.
1 full day (approx. 8–10 hours).
Participants should have moderate fitness to handle outdoor winter conditions and physical rescue techniques for several hours.
While helpful, prior avalanche training is not required; instructors will cover essential basics to ensure everyone is prepared.
Yes, the 16-hour WFA training meets standards widely accepted by outdoor organizations and employers.
To ensure personalized coaching, groups are typically limited to 6 participants.
Bring your avalanche beacon, probe, shovel if you own them, layered winter clothing, water, snacks, and a notebook for notes.
Meals are not included, but instructors will provide recommended nearby dining options and sufficient breaks.
Instructors will adapt the curriculum with additional classroom sessions or rescheduling options to ensure safety and learning.
Silverthorne developed as a railroad and mining town before becoming a gateway for outdoor winter recreation in Summit County.
Summit County actively promotes Leave No Trace ethics and avalanche safety awareness to minimize environmental impact during winter sports.
Colorado Adventure Guides is a Silverthorne, Colorado–based outfitter offering guided outdoor adventures across Summit County and the Upper Colorado River corridor. The company organizes half-day and multi-day experiences including beginner Clear Creek rafting, overnight Colorado River rafting with riverside or Rancho Del Rio campground stays, Boots to Boats multi-day packages, guided backcountry skiing from Carner's Cabin, and youth mountain biking camp. Safety and education are central: programs include AIARE Avalanche Rescue and AIARE Level 1 courses, Wilderness First Aid training, and ORTOVOX safety sessions focused on avalanche danger and tour planning. A guided mentorship day supports individualized skill building in trip planning, route selection, and snow-safety techniques. Guides lead trips on Clear Creek, the Colorado River, and lift-accessed terrain at Winter Park Ski Resort where applicable. Overnight trips provide guided camping, meals prepared by guides, and wilderness navigation through canyon and high-country scenery. Family-friendly options and beginner trips accommodate newcomers, while technical courses and multi-day hut trips support progression for experienced participants. Youth programming emphasizes skill development, trail safety, and confidence building on local mountain-bike terrain. Based in Silverthorne, the outfitter serves Denver-area guests seeking accessible rafting and snow-safety training within easy driving distance. Bookings typically specify trip length, group size, and chosen itinerary to match ability and goals. Colorado Adventure Guides presents a broad mix of recreation and education in the Colorado outdoors, combining guided river runs, backcountry instruction, and residential hut experiences to create memorable, skill-building adventures. Reservations are available year-round with flexible group and date options online.
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