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Free 3-Day OHV Avalanche Level 1 Course

January 17, 2025 - January 19, 2025
Free

Learn Essential Skills for Safe Winter Travel!

Are you an off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiast looking to enhance your safety knowledge in avalanche-prone areas? Don’t miss this free 3-day OHV Avalanche Level 1 course designed for riders like you who want to improve their ability to navigate winter terrain safely.

This comprehensive course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to assess avalanche risk, recognize avalanche terrain, and make informed decisions while riding OHVs in winter conditions.

Topics covered include:

  • Understanding avalanche fundamentals (types, triggers, and snowpack)
  • Avalanche terrain recognition
  • Basic avalanche rescue techniques
  • Risk management strategies for OHV riders and travel techniques
  • Using avalanche safety equipment (beacons, probes, and shovels)

This course is ideal for:

  • OHV riders new to avalanche safety
  • Experienced riders looking to improve their skills
  • Anyone who wants to enhance their winter riding safety

Why Should You Attend?

  • Free of Charge – Thanks to our sponsors, you’ll receive top-quality training at no cost.
  • Expert Instructors – Learn from certified avalanche professionals with hands-on experience.
  • Life-saving Knowledge – Build the skills to avoid danger and take appropriate action if an avalanche occurs.

Important Notes:

  • Please come prepared for outdoor conditions (weather-appropriate gear, helmet, and snow gear).
  • Participants must have basic riding experience.
  • Join us for this invaluable training and become a more confident, prepared OHV rider this winter!

All Attendees MUST fill out a release of liability prior to attending the class

Please download and fill out the release of liability form and return completed form to ktretheway@bridgeportavalanchecenter.org

Or, print out the form, complete and bring it with you for the class.

Each attendee MUST have a release of liability waiver completed as well as a Motorized Avalanche Participant Form completed prior to attending the class.

Release of Liability
Motorized Avalanche Participant Form

Details

  • Start: January 17, 2025
  • End: January 19, 2025
  • Cost: Free
  • Event Category:

Organizer

  • Bridgeport Avalanche Center
  • Email ktretheway@bridgeportavalanchecenter.org

Venue

  • Sonora Pass
  • State Highway 108
    Coleville, CA 96107 United States
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