Where
Government Peak Recreation Center, Hatcher Pass
North Mountain Trails Drive
Palmer, AK 99645
From Independence Mine Road, Take Mountain Trails Drive on the left before you start into Hatcher Pass. Follow road approximately 2 miles to the center.
Contact
Sarah CarterAlaska Avalanche Information Center
907-255-2242
info@alaskasnow.org
AARP Avalanche Awareness Workshop 2
The AAIC will host this community avalanche awareness workshop with support from AARP Alaska. Course is geared toward all snow riders from snowmachiners to snowshoers age 12 and up (under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.) If you are new to snow adventures or have years of experience, this course will help you prepare to get out in the snow safely.
Syllabus:
Introduction
Video presentation - Know Before You Go / or Throttle Decisions
Instructor presented Slideshow (from preparation to terrain management)
Q & A
Introduction or Refresher to Avalanche Safety Gear
Field practice - Terrain awareness, Companion Searching, Probing, Shoveling, First Aid
Review - Feedback Assessment
COST: Free to all AAIC members - Join Now! Membership is just $25