“Ice Climber Specific” Avalanche Level 1 Course
For Ouray Ice Park Members: FREE Avalanche rescue course (Dec 11th) and 15% off this course (Dec 12th - 14th)
Take your winter safety skills to the next level with an AAA Approved Level 1 Avalanche Course specifically designed for ice climbers! Offered by our partners at Cirque Guides, this essential 3-day course (plus Avalanche Rescue Course the day before) goes beyond standard avalanche education to focus on the unique challenges and decision-making climbers face when approaching and traveling beneath ice routes in avalanche terrain.
Through a blend of online learning, classroom sessions, and crucial field practice in the Ouray area, you'll learn to:
Identify avalanche terrain specific to climbing objectives
Understand the basics of snowpack science and avalanche formation
Plan and prepare for travel in avalanche terrain
Utilize tools and resources for assessing hazard
Implement effective companion rescue techniques
This course is perfect for any ice climber whose adventures take them into the backcountry or below potential avalanche paths. Gain the foundational knowledge and skills to make safer decisions this winter.
Registration and course details are managed directly by Cirque Guides:
