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Our Backcountry Refresher is a single field day of ski touring with one of our lead instructors.
Students will review: the daily process and decision making in avalanche terrain, as well as practice some companion rescue skills.
Expect a full day!
Students have the option to refresh their education with our AST online curriculum.
A trip planning exercise will take place online the night before the field day.
Students must have their own touring equipment - Touring Skis, a Splitboard, or Snowshoes/Approach Skis with downhill equipment.
Students must have their own transceiver, probe, and shovel - Contact Us for rental availability
For more information on what to put in your pack, visit our AST 1 - Pack List
Intermediate skiing/riding ability is highly recommended - Some experience in deep snow conditions, and the ability to walk at least 5km over 500m of elevation gain/loss.
Lift Access is not part of this course. As a backcountry skiing/riding course, we strive to practice skills for backcountry skiing, starting in the parking lot by heading out of bounds.
Return Policy
A full refund, less processing fee, is available up to 21 days prior to course start date. Less than 21 days prior to course start date, a 50% refund is available.
If you cannot attend a course, but you can find a friend to take your spot that works for us too!
Waivers
All students are required to complete the AST Provider Release Waiver, as well as have a parent/guardian complete the Acknowledgement of Risk Waiver for students under the age of 19.
Local ski area waivers may apply.