Boost your winter backcountry safety with AIARE Avalanche Rescue and Wilderness First Aid training near Silverthorne, Colorado. This full-day course equips you with vital rescue and medical skills in a stunning mountain setting.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8–10 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness is recommended; participants should be comfortable moving in snowy terrain and able to engage in hands-on rescue exercises for prolonged periods.
Wildlife
History
Summit County has a rich mining past which formed many of the mountain communities and trails used today for outdoor activities.
Conservation
Local organizations actively promote Leave No Trace principles to protect fragile alpine ecosystems and wildlife habitats during winter recreation.
Colorado Adventure Guides
Boost your winter backcountry safety with AIARE Avalanche Rescue and Wilderness First Aid training near Silverthorne, Colorado. This full-day course equips you with vital rescue and medical skills in a stunning mountain setting.
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.
Base Location
Silverthorne, CO
Gateway to Summit County adventures
Tours Offered
11 Experiences
Rafting, courses, biking, skiing
Near Denver
45 min to Clear Creek
Accessible day trips from Denver
Safety Training
AIARE & WFA Offered
Avalanche and wilderness medicine courses
Reserve rafting trips, overnight river trips, avalanche courses, or youth camps — dates fill quickly.
Always check avalanche forecasts
Before heading out for the course practice, review local avalanche conditions through official sources like CAIC.
Dress in moisture-wicking layers
Wear breathable yet insulating layers to stay comfortable during hands-on exercises in cold environments.
Bring a fully charged avalanche beacon
Ensure your beacon is functional and fresh batteries are installed for practical rescue training.
Stay hydrated and energized
Carry snacks and water to maintain energy through the long training day at altitude.
Avalanche Beacon
Vital for practicing companion rescue drills and essential for tracking buried victims.
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Insulated Waterproof Jacket
Keeps you warm and dry during outdoor hands-on rescue training in snowy conditions.
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Snow Boots with Good Traction
Provides stability and insulation while moving on snowy and icy terrain.
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First Aid Kit
Handy for personal use and to practice wound care during wilderness first aid segments.