Avalanche Safety Equipment Training

Days
Half Day

Category
Winter Mountain

Location
Lake District

Ratio
1:6

Cost
£100 per person

Detailed information

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Aim

This half day course is developed to introduce a familiarisation with current avalanche safety equipment. Consolidate your experience and future practice with a broader knowledge of how the equipment functions and the limitations it has.

Course Content

Main topics/kit we cover are:

Transceivers
Probes
Shovels
Air Bags

Pre-requisites

Over 18’s with some experience of skiing, winter walking or winter mountaineering. Novices are welcome, however we suggest that this course is better suited to people already experienced in winter mountain conditions for the context of the training to be understood.

Location, timings & logistics

Courses normally start at 09.00 and finish at 12.00. Exceptions to this will be agreed with you in advance.

The course meeting location is usually our HQ in Kendal. Exceptions to this will be agreed with you in advance.

The course is flexible taking into account individual and group needs and prevailing weather conditions.

What’s provided?

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WE provide…

Instruction.
Technical Kit (Ice Axe, Crampons, Helmets & Ropes etc).
Maps & Compass.
Pre Course Information.
Action plan for moving forwards at the end of the course.

YOU provide…

*Anything with asterisk can be rented from us if arranged 14 days in advance.

Winter Mountaineering Boots*
Hard Shell Jacket & Trousers*
Synthetic Fill Warm Insulated Jacket*
Jacket Mid Layers
Winter Mountaineering Trousers
Base Layer Top and Bottoms
Thick Mountain Socks
Winter Hat
Winter Gloves
Balaclava/buff
Goggles (Ski)
Watch
Whistle
Head torch
Rucksack*
Rucksack Liner
Personal First Aid Kit
Personal Toiletries and Medication
Food & Snacks
Water in bottles or bladder

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Paul
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