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AST 1 – MEC Friends & Family
November 26, 2022 @ 8:30 am & December 3, 2022 @ 4:00 pm

Avalanche Safety Training Level 1 for backcountry touring. Open to MEC staff, staff friends & family and public.
Please Note: This course runs on 2 consecutive Saturdays
Saturday Nov. 26 8:30-4:00 – Classroom theory & outdoor rescue technique practice @ MEC Kelowna
Saturday Dec. 3 7:30-late afternoon – Field Day Location TBA
This 2 day course is your ticket to winter fun & adventure in the backcountry. It’s perfect for those interested in learning more about backcountry safety, sledding in avalanche terrain, terrain assessment and snowpack evaluation.
Required course equipment:
-Digital 3 antenna transceiver (no analog), shovel and probe. *Rentals available.
-Airbags are not mandatory but encouraged.
-Ski touring or splitboard equipment