Course Description

AIARE Avalanche Rescue is a one-day stand alone course that is intended to be retaken on a regular basis in order to keep abreast of best practices in rescue techniques and gear. New participants will learn the basics of companion rescue, while returning participants will expand their skill set with advanced topics and realistic scenario practice to help improve their skills.

Each participant will have the opportunity to receive professional coaching on their rescue skills, and will receive a rescue card acknowledging the completion date.

AIARE Avalanche Rescue is a prerequisite for the AIARE 2 and Pro 1 courses. AIARE recommends that all backcountry travelers keep their skills current by taking an Avalanche Rescue course and receiving a rescue card at least every other year.

Course starts at 8 a.m. M.T in Seeley Lake, MT at Rich Ranch.

Who Should Take this Course

The Avalanche Rescue Course is a one-day course aimed both at new and experienced recreational backcountry travelers and aspiring avalanche professionals.

Student Learning Outcomes

At the end of the Avalanche Rescue course the student should be able to:

• Describe what to do if they or a member of their party is caught in an avalanche.
• Identify and be able to use gear necessary for avalanche rescue.
• Set up a realistic scenario in order to practice an avalanche rescue response.
• Improve their response skills and times during and after the course with feedback from instructors and peers.
• Develop a plan for continuing practice.

All students will have the opportunity to get feedback from an instructor on their rescue skills and timed practice in a realistic scenario.

Students who have previously taken an AIARE 1 or an Avalanche Rescue Course will find value in having a professional help them set up realistic scenarios, practice skills in a realistic setting, receive feedback from an instructor, keep up with current best practices, and have an opportunity to practice advanced rescue skills.

Your Requirements:

• Travel
• Fuel
• MT Trail Pass
• Beacon, Probe, Shovel
• Snowmobile & Gear (Rentals Available)

Recommended but not required: radio, avalanche pack, extra shovel & probe, first aid kits

Schedule:

• Sunday, January 29th, 2023: AIARE 1
• Monday, January 30th, 2023: AIARE 1 or Backcountry Riding Mechanics
• Tuesday, January 31st, 2023: AIARE 1 or Backcountry Riding Mechanics
• Wednesday, February 1st, 2023: AIARE Rescue or S.A.F.E.R.
• Thursday, Thursday, February 2nd, 2023: AIARE 2 or Backcountry Riding Mechanics
• Friday, February 3rd, 2023: AIARE 2 or Backcountry Riding Mechanics
• Saturday, February 4th, 2023: AIARE 2

Lodging Information:

Rich’s Montana Guest Ranch
www.richranch.com
406-677-2317

Rich’s Montana Guest Ranch; a Full Service lodge. 

Lodging FAQ’s:

• Rich’s Montana Guest Ranch is a Dude Ranch; featuring lots of animals on site. Because of the excitement this may cause for other animals, pets are not welcome.
• WIFI is offered in the main lodge.
• Snowmobile rentals are available.

AIARE Avalanche Rescue is a prerequisite for the AIARE 2 and Pro 1 courses. AIARE recommends that all backcountry travelers keep their skills current by taking an Avalanche Rescue course and receiving a rescue card at least every other year.

Driven is an equal opportunity employer. This event is brought to you in partnership with Rich Ranch, LLC and permitted by the U.S. Government Seeley Lake Ranger District.