Risk Maturity - Powder Mountain Resort January 11-12, 2025
Risk Maturity Powder Mountain Resort January 11-12
Risk Maturity Collective is proud to offer a 2-day avalanche safety and rescue course. Learn to identify hazards, master rescue techniques, and use safety gear effectively. Dive deeper into snowpack analysis, trip planning, and teamwork to navigate complex mountain environments confidently.
Course instructors: Jessa Gilbert, Jason Champion and Max Wittenberg of West Wind Collective.
Hosted by professional snowboarder Pat Moore
Important: Touring equipment is required for this class.
Risk Maturity Powder Mountain Resort January 11-12
Risk Maturity Collective is proud to offer a 2-day avalanche safety and rescue course. Learn to identify hazards, master rescue techniques, and use safety gear effectively. Dive deeper into snowpack analysis, trip planning, and teamwork to navigate complex mountain environments confidently.
Course instructors: Jessa Gilbert, Jason Champion and Max Wittenberg of West Wind Collective.
Hosted by professional snowboarder Pat Moore
Important: Touring equipment is required for this class.
Risk Maturity Powder Mountain Resort January 11-12
Risk Maturity Collective is proud to offer a 2-day avalanche safety and rescue course. Learn to identify hazards, master rescue techniques, and use safety gear effectively. Dive deeper into snowpack analysis, trip planning, and teamwork to navigate complex mountain environments confidently.
Course instructors: Jessa Gilbert, Jason Champion and Max Wittenberg of West Wind Collective.
Hosted by professional snowboarder Pat Moore
Important: Touring equipment is required for this class.
Learn essential avalanche safety skills to protect yourself and your partners. This hands-on course covers:
Avalanche Awareness: Understand the factors that lead to avalanches and how to identify potential hazards.
Rescue Techniques: Master the crucial steps of a successful avalanche rescue, including beacon search, probe, and shovel techniques.
Gear Usage: Learn how to effectively use your avalanche safety gear, such as beacons, probes, and shovels.
Advanced Snowpack Analysis: Deepen your understanding of snowpack structure and avalanche hazards.
Trip Planning and Risk Management: Learn to create effective trip plans and assess risks using professional tools and techniques.
Team Dynamics and Communication: Improve your communication skills and teamwork abilities to enhance safety and enjoyment.
With a combination of online sessions and on-snow field days, you'll gain practical experience and the confidence to navigate complex terrain and weather conditions.
With enrollment, students will receive:
Pre-course material from Utah Avalanche Center and online discussion with John Buffery (Founder of Risk Maturity Collective)
Admission to The Accumulation speaker series at The Evo Hotel, Salt Lake City January 10.
2-Day course at Powder Mountain Resort (discounted lift tickets available)