Avalanche Rescue
This is a one day course for backcountry recreationalists, aspiring professionals, Search & Rescue volunteers, and/or EMS/LE looking to refine their companion rescue skills and continue their education into more advanced rescue techniques. It will review all the parts of companion rescue and how to use the marking function and micro strip searches for multiple burials. Students will receive a certification of completion for an Avalanche Rescue course as outlined by the American Avalanche Association. Optional day two: Backcountry Rescue & Winter Survival course package available.
DATES:
JANUARY 25, 2025
FEBRUARY 8, 2025
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
**Please email jp@svguides.com to inquire about private avalanche courses or for any avalanche/education related questions. Min 4 people. Max 10. Pricing the same as public courses.
Prerequisites:
Backcountry touring experience, intermediate ability, and an understanding of basic Avalanche Awareness.
What is provided:
● AMGA certified and/or trained guide
● Guides will be carrying a first aid kit, navigation equipment, skin wax/scraper, inReach satellite device, repair kit, bivy/rescue sled and survival supplies
What you need:
See EQUIPMENT LIST
Typical Meeting Times and Place:
Full Day 9AM-5PM
Meet at the Sun Valley Guides Headquarters
Pricing:
$250/PERSON
*Guest to Guide ratio is 6:1 | Min. 5 | Max. 12
**Sales Tax and Forest Service fees not included
***Guide gratuity not included. As part of the service industry, it is customary to tip your guide(s) if you are happy with their service and should reflect a level of excellence in the service. If you choose to tip, 10-20% of the total trip fee is standard and cash/Venmo is the preferred method.
Rentals (Skis, splitboards, boots, avalanche equipment, backpacks, etc.):
Sturtevants Rental & Cycle Haus (mention you are going out with Sun Valley Guides to receive a discount)
(208) 726-4501
340 N Main St, Ketchum, ID 83340
Backwoods Mountain Sports
(208) 726-8818
711 N Main St, Ketchum, ID 83340
Elephant’s Perch
(208) 726-3497
280 N East Ave, Ketchum, ID 83340
Board Bin (carries Splitboard setups for rent)
(208) 726-1222
180 4th St E, Ketchum, ID 83340