Alpine Academy
When in the back country, whether in BC or Alberta, make sure you know what you are getting into and with whom, as you may be miles from help. There are many reasons for hiring a professional guide. It is important that when you head into the most amazing depths of the back country that the professionals you hire have adequate training, experience and qualifications. Alpine Academy guides are all highly qualified and experienced with advanced first aid, communications, mapping, weather experience, avalanche training, and snowmobile adventure training.
At Alpine Academy, we will help you develop the know how required to negotiate (or navigate) the back country safely at your skill level. We will help build on your skills and abilities, make memories and make sure you get home safe!
Avalanche Training
The mysterious allure of a mountain attracts thousands of back country enthusiasts every year. A mountain is a sleeping giant and when it awakes knowledge can be the difference between life and death. Our avalanche safety training and snowmobile safety courses will give you the confidence to make your mountain adventures an enjoyable experience.
Alpine Academy Avalanche Skills Training (AST1) - $500+GST
The Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 Course will provide an entry-level decision-making framework that is based on the most advanced knowledge available.
To gain AST1 Certification, participants must achieve mastery of the course materials based on the criteria provided by Avalanche Canada. This is an essential entry level avalanche training course that will provide you with the knowledge to help you make good decisions so you can safely enjoy your experience in the back country.
Contact us on (250) 463-9896 or [email protected] for more detailed information and bookings.
Alpine Academy Course Payment
Courses must be paid for in advance before your course begins. Please pay by etransfer to [email protected].
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Avalanche Skill Training (AST2) - $800+GST
The Avalanche Skills Training Level 2 Course builds on the knowledge gained from our AST1 course. This course will provide you with the framework for a greater understanding of avalanche terrain and provide you with the knowledge to make more advanced decisions as you explore the back country.
Course certification requires participants to gain mastery of course materials as provided by Avalanche Canada.
Contact us on (250) 463-9896 or [email protected] for more detailed information and bookings.
Course Payment
Courses must be paid for in advance before your course begins. Please pay by etransfer to [email protected].
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Commercial Snowmobile Safety - $400+GST
If your company has personnel working in the back country, it is imperative that your employees receive the proper snowmobile safety training. This training includes avalanche training with emphasis on proper trip planning, safe terrain negotiation, hazard awareness, and rescue scenarios.
Course certification requires participants to gain mastery of course materials as provided by the BC Snowmobile Federation.
Contact us on (250) 463-9896 or [email protected] for more detailed information and bookings.
Course Payment
Courses must be paid for in advance before your course begins. Please pay by etransfer to [email protected].
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Companion Rescue Training
This one day course was designed for all backcountry enthusiasts and provides the vital knowledge required for immediate rescue situations. This situational training will give participants the understanding on what immediate steps to take to safely respond in a rescue situation.
Contact us on (250) 463-9896 or [email protected] for more detailed information and bookings.
ATV & UTV Training - $400+GST
Commercial operators looking for Canada Safety Council approved ATV & UTV training. Give your employees the proper training, riding techniques, trip planning, terrain negotiation and hazard identification skills. Training includes PPE requirements, winch skills and safety protocols.
Contact us on (250) 463-9896 or [email protected] for more detailed information and bookings.
Course Payment
Courses must be paid for in advance before your course begins. Please pay by etransfer to [email protected].
Book your place now:
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