Gear up with Red River Adventures’ AIARE 2 Avalanche Course—perfect for experienced winter travelers eager to hone their safety skills in New Mexico’s rugged backcountry terrains. Read on to find out what makes this program a must for serious snow sports adventurers.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
4 days
Fitness Level
Participants should have good physical fitness to handle varied terrain and snow conditions.
Wildlife
History
Red River has been a hub for winter recreation since the early 20th century, originally attracting mountain climbers and snow sports enthusiasts.
Conservation
Red River prioritizes sustainable tourism, encouraging responsible backcountry travel and promoting environmental stewardship.
Red River Adventures
Gear up with Red River Adventures’ AIARE 2 Avalanche Course—perfect for experienced winter travelers eager to hone their safety skills in New Mexico’s rugged backcountry terrains. Read on to find out what makes this program a must for serious snow sports adventurers.
Red River Adventures is a Moab, Utah–based outfitter featured on The Adventure Collective that specializes in guided canyoneering, rock climbing, rafting, and instructional courses. The company leads distinct Moab canyoneering trips such as Morning Glory (Ephedra’s Grotto), a roughly 3-mile route with guided rappels of about 90 feet into a sandstone chamber and 120 feet near Morning Glory Arch, and Chamisa Canyon (Entrajo Canyon), a water-carved slot canyon of roughly 2.5 miles with wading, scrambling, optional rappels, and summer swimming.
Guided rock climbing offerings include private one-day guided rock climbing with AMGA-certified instructors, multi-pitch climbing instruction, classic introductory and advanced tours, Crack Camp programs, and iconic climbs such as Castleton Tower and Indian Creek. Instructional and professional development courses listed include AMGA SPI exam and course offerings, AIARE avalanche courses, avalanche rescue, and backcountry mentorship.
Red River Adventures also lists ice climbing programs (half-day to multi-pitch and full-day), backcountry ski and heli-ski options, international trips such as Ski Hokkaido and Ski - Chamonix, and river options including Moab half-day rafting and a full-day Fisher Towers rafting trip. All trip descriptions indicate guided experiences and technical elements appropriate to the route.
Prospective participants should review specific trip summaries for distance, technical difficulty, and equipment requirements. Trip choices cover day trips, full-day guided adventures, multi-day instruction, certification exams, and specialty international offerings. Several canyoneering and climbing routes are described as guided by experts, and trip pages list mileage, rappel heights, technical grades, and water exposure where applicable for accurate trip planning. Online.
Base Location
Moab, Utah
Central to iconic canyons and climbs
Tours Offered
42+
Canyoneering, climbing, rafting, courses
Professional Courses
AMGA & AIARE
SPI exams and AIARE education listed
Trip Formats
Half-day to multi-day
Day trips, full-day, certification courses
Check trip pages for availability, technical details, and certification course dates — book canyoneering, climbing, rafting, and instructional programs in Moab today.
Confirm gear before class
Ensure your avalanche safety gear is up-to-date and functioning properly.
Practice beacon searches
Spend time practicing transceiver searches to improve efficiency in an emergency.
Dress in layers
Wear moisture-wicking base layers and insulated outerwear suited for variable mountain weather.
Stay engaged during instruction
Ask questions and participate actively in both classroom and field sessions.
Avalanche beacon
Vital for locating and being located during field exercises.
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Shovel
Helps in avalanche rescue scenarios.
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Probe
Enables precise snow layer testing and victim location.
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Insulated winter clothing
Keeps you warm and dry during outdoor fieldwork.
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