Where and How to Sign Up for a Level 1 Avalanche Safety Course

A Utah avalanche course instructor teaches students how to perform an extended column Test (ECT) in the Big Cottonwood Canyon backcountry. | Photo courtesy SnowBrains

New to the backcountry this season? Take your Level 1.

Skied the backcountry before but haven’t taken an official course? Take your Level 1.

Like skiing out of bounds? Take your Level 1.

Do you nerd out about snow? Then take your Level 1.

Taking your Level 1 avalanche certification course is crucial for getting your foot in the door of the backcountry universe. A backcountry course raises awareness of many factors concerning snow and wind patterns and navigating avalanche terrain. It helps you make safer decisions for you and those touring the terrain around you. It’s important. It’s necessary.

Related: The Backcountry Will be More Crowded Than Ever This Winter | Get Educated Now

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We are excited to announce another new FREE online eLearning course. With winter on our doorsteps it’s time to pull out our Beacons, Probe, Shovel and freshen up on our avalanche knowledge and skills. This new class only TAKES 50 mins and will cover the basics of avalanche awareness. PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THIS IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO ANYONE THAT COULD BENEFIT FROM AN AVALANCHE CLASS BY TAGGING THEM BELOW OR BY RE-SHARING. Link in our bio. KBYG.ORG/LEARN

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Here are the American Avalanche Association endorsed course providers by state.

Alaska

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Here are the American Avalanche Association endorsed course providers by state.

Alaska

Arizona

California

Colorado

Idaho

Maine

Montana

Nevada

New Hampshire

New Mexico

New York

Oregon

Utah

Vermont

Washington

Wyoming

International

Other

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