Just added! AMGA SPI Exam, December 7-8 (Saturday-Sunday)
Castlewood Canyon State ParkThe AMGA Single Pitch Instructor (SPI) Program teaches climbing instructors to proficiently facilitate and instruct the sport of rock climbing in a single pitch setting. The SPI is the only internationally recognized single pitch climbing instructor certification program in the…
AIARE Avalanche Rescue, December 14 (Saturday)
Hoosier PassThis one-day (8-hour) course 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 companion rescue, and returning students will expand their skills with…
Lake City Ice Climbing (Sat-Sun)
This 2-day climbing “weekend” serves as a refresher and primer for the season. We’ll teach new skills, techniques and make friends along the way. Lake City is like a quieter version of Ouray, but with the comfort of tents with…
Avalanche Refresher Course, December 15 (Sunday)
Monarch PassHas it been awhile since you’ve taken your AIARE courses? This field-based course is a great way to improve your backcountry skills by revisiting and refining your knowledge of avalanche dynamics, managing risk in avalanche terrain, and learning the latest…
Lake City Ice Climbing (Mon-Tue)
This 2-day climbing “weekend” serves as a refresher and primer for the season. We’ll teach new skills, techniques and make friends along the way. Lake City is like a quieter version of Ouray, but with the comfort of tents with…
AIARE Avalanche Rescue, January 10 (Friday) Special Course @ Monarch Mountain Ski Area (lift ticket included!)
Monarch Mountain Ski AreaThis one-day (8-hour) course 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 companion rescue, and returning students will expand their skills with…
Intro to Backcountry Skiing, January 11 (Saturday)
Monarch PassJoin us for a day in the beautiful and accessible mountains of Monarch Pass Colorado! Forget the resort crowds and expensive lunches. In addition to laying out and practicing the fundamentals of ski touring and backcountry skiing, this introductory class prepares…
Avalanche Refresher Course, January 11 (Saturday)
Monarch PassHas it been awhile since you’ve taken your AIARE courses? This field-based course is a great way to improve your backcountry skills by revisiting and refining your knowledge of avalanche dynamics, managing risk in avalanche terrain, and learning the latest…
Intro to Splitboarding, January 12 (Sunday)
Monarch PassJoin us for a day in the beautiful and accessible mountains of Colorado! Forget the resort crowds and expensive lunches. In addition to laying out and practicing the fundamentals of touring and backcountry splitboarding, this introductory class prepares riders for taking…
AIARE Level 1 with Classroom in Salida January 18-20 (Saturday-Monday)
Monarch PassThis 24-hour course is an introduction to managing avalanche hazard. You will learn how to use a repeatable process to manage your risk and learn from your experiences in the backcountry. You will also practice preparing for and carrying…
AIARE Level 1, February 3-5 (Monday-Wednesday)
Monarch Mountain Ski AreaMonarch Mountain Ski Area Partnership AIARE 1 Join us for this special AIARE 1 course at Monarch Mountain Ski Area! All touring and skiing will take place in the backcountry. Monarch Mountain will host us for our classroom sessions. We…
AIARE Avalanche Rescue, February 8 (Saturday)
Hoosier PassThis one-day (8-hour) course 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 companion rescue, and returning students will expand their skills with…
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