| Name: AST-1 Snowshoes (BCMC) |
| Starts: Sat Mar 07, 2026 08:00 |
| Return: Sat Mar 07, 2026 22:00 |
| Registration opens: Sun Dec 21, 2025 |
| Event category: Instructional Program |
| Difficulty grade: B1 [?] |
| For members only: Yes |
| Screening used: No |
| Max participants: 8 |
Organizer: Canada West Mountain School  |
| Profile info: |
You must login in order to sign up online for one of the BCMC Trips. If you don't have a BCMC membership account then please obtain one. If you'd prefer to learn more before joining then please join as a 30-day Guest member. Some trips are BCMC members only.
This course is for snowshoers only who want to learn to avoid avalanches, travel safely in the backcountry, and build their mountain safety knowledge.
BCMC Members-only course fee: $208 + GST (Non-BCMC fee is $275 + GST)
Location: North Shore & Mount Seymour or Red Heather **
**Note: If there is not adequate snow at Mount Seymour, the course may be conducted at Red Heather, or postponed to a later date.
Course Objectives:
The AST-1 Course is delivered with a Zoom session followed by a full field-day on Saturday in the backcountry, plus 2-3 hours of (mandatory) self-paced Online Learning in our Virtual Classroom before the weekend dates (17 hours total). For more information on the course curriculum, click HERE - themountainschool.com/program/ast-1-snowshoers-bcmc.
Notes:
- Cost does not include transportation to/from course areas or personal equipment, except as noted.
- You must supply your own snowshoes.
- This course and special price are for BCMC members only.
- Courses may be combined with non-BCMC courses if enrolment is insufficient.
Online Registration process:
Complete your payment directly with CWMS at this link: https://themountainschool.com/program/ast-1-snowshoers-bcmc/:
- Make sure you select the correct date
- Select Avi Gear rental if needed
- Proceed to checkout
- You will receive a confirmation email from CWMS once your payment is completed
- Check your email for further information on how to register in the Virtual Classroom to complete the mandatory online modules before the course date!
If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact Canada West Mountain School by email at info@themountainschool.com, or by phone at 604-878-7007.
