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Climbing
Programs and Camps
Avalanche Safety Training Level 1 (AST-1)
Jan 9-10, 2010; 16 hrs of instruction
Offered in partnership with Canada West Mountain School.
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This course is suitable for skiers and boarders looking
for a solid foundation of Avalanche safety skills.
First field day, combined with a half-day of theory, is
held at Mt. Seymour, second field day is held in Whistler
to experience different conditions and snowpack.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- 16 hours of instruction by CAA Professional or Active
members
- CAA approved curriculum for AST-1 course
- Use of beacon, shovel and probe
- CAA Industry-recognized Certificate of completion
OBJECTIVES:
During 2 days of the course you will cover:
- terrain evaluation
- mountain hazard assessment
- safe route finding techniques
- snowpack analysis
- snow testing techniques
- transceiver searches and rescue fundamentals
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CLUB PRICE: $159
The price does not include the cost of Whistler backcountry ski
pass ($42) and transportation costs from/to the course location.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Dec 7, 2009
TO SIGN UP: send an email to francoise_thibault@hotmail.com
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Advanced Avalanche
Safety Training (AST-2)
Jan 16-17 & Jan 23-24, 2010; 40 hrs of instruction
Offered in partnership with Canada West Mountain School.
An excellent 4-day program emphasizing hands-on development of
skills and techniques to assist in decision making, route finding,
terrain evaluation, snow profile interpretation and rescue techniques.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Certified AST Level 2 instructor.
- CAA Industry-recognized Certificate issued upon completion.
- Four field days held at a variety of locations to experience
different snowpacks
- This course is highly recommended to everyone who wants to
gain confidence in making own decisions in the backcountry.
OBJECTIVES:
During the 4 days of the course you will learn to:
- evaluate snow stability and hazard which includes collection
of weather, snowpack and terrain information.
- recognize safe terrain and routes in avalanche terrain, and
know methods of avoiding hazardous regions.
- understand snow avalanche mechanics, including: correlation
of weather to snowpack, layering, effects of temperatures, principles
of slab failure, leading causes of instabilities and forces involved
in avalanches.
- make observations of avalanche activity, wind loading, snow
distribution and depth; snow testing; weather observations; and,
terrain assessment.
- perform a variety of shear tests, such as: pole test, compression
test, burp, ski cutting, rutschblock; and, to know how to relate
each test to the overall "picture".
CLUB PRICE: The final price per person will
depend on the group size (5 min - 8 max). Pricing is as follows:
$495 + GST per person for a group of 5; $420 + GST for a group size
of 8.
The price does not include the cost of Whistler backcountry ski
pass ($42) and transportation costs from/to the course location.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Nov 30, 2009
TO SIGN UP: send an email to alena@tamtamy.sk
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Introduction
to Backcountry Skiing
Jan 30-31 & Feb 6-7, 2010; one evening session, 4 field days
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A popular club program geared towards strong downhill skiers
with previous summer or winter backcountry camping experience
and/or experienced backcountry day skiers who want to gain
experience on overnight winter trips.
The program’s objective is to develop the skills,
knowledge, and confidence required to safely participate
in overnight backcountry ski trips. During the 2 weekends
you will have an opportunity to learn about winter mountain
travel, ski touring gear, terrain evaluation, basics of
avalanche safety as well as to experience winter camping,
enjoy some good turns and have fun!
The following topics will be covered:
- Clothing and equipment
- Trip planning
- Winter camping
- Route and snowpack evaluation
- Avalanche safety
- Transceiver use and self-rescue
- Winter mountain travel
- Weather evaluation.
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This program does NOT cover glacier travel nor is it a substitute
for an Avalanche Safety Training with a certified instructor.
COST: $250
The price does not include the transportation costs to/from the
program location.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Jan 8, 2010
TO SIGN UP: send an email to rhdyer@cs.sfu.ca.
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Advanced Ice
Climbing
Jan 23-24, 2010; one weekend
Two-day program staying over night in Lillooet.
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TOPICS COVERED:
- Advanced ice climbing
- Steep ice techniques
- Leading techniques
- Mock leads
- Basic mixed climbing
- Use of twin and half ropes.
Max group size 4 (Members Only)
Must have previous ice experience or have completed a course
with me in the past.
COST: $105
The cost does not include accommodation ($99 + tax each
based on twin share; Fri + Sat nights), meals and gas.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Jan 8, 2010
TO SIGN UP: send an email to jwheeler70@ymail.com.
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Ski-mountaineering
Camp
Apr 10-18, 2010; Garibaldi Park
Winter ski mountaineering trip to the centre of Garibaldi Park.
A seldom visited but spectacular area with the opportunity
to do ski ascents of many peaks such as Nivalis, Talon, Outlier,
Peak 7600, Carcajou, as well as Mount Sir Richard (8900') from base
camp. Limited number of participants. Members only.
To learn more about the ski camp location, please visit:
http://bcmountaineering.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=190
COST: transportation + rental of a satellite phone
(around $60 per person)
TO SIGN UP: send an email to david.hiker@gmail.com.
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For other trips organized by club members, see
the Trips page.
Please let us know if you have any ideas for future programs and
trips! E-mail info@bcmc.ca. |
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